Clean, Safe, Water…
...not merely a basic human need, but a basic human right.
200 local families will have free access to clean, safe, water.
Our goal is to raise a total of USD $40,000 for the construction and maintenance of a clean water borehole at the Camp Ohana site. So far we have raised USD $28,000 toward our goal.
Case Statement
Click here to download the Camp Ohana Foundation Bore Hole Case Statement.
Overview
The Camp Ohana site is located approximately 28 miles southwest of Nairobi in Kajiado District. The region is classified as arid and semi-arid, and has a population of about 200,000 people. Water coverage in the region is rated at 28%, compared to the national average of 49%. Sanitation coverage is equally low at 26%, compared to the national rural average of 52%.
The construction of a borehole at the Camp Ohana site will provide clean water to approximately 200 families (1,200 people) that live in the immediate area.
The borehole will alleviate the need for temporary measures that the Camp Ohana Foundation has undertaken to serve the children and the local community. The Foundation currently purchases and transports 10,000 liters (2,640 gallons) of water every week for their agricultural education program and provides this water free of charge to the immediate local community. While these temporary measures have been somewhat effective, more permanent measures are required in order to meet the local needs and to ensure a long-term solution.
Phase One
Permits, surveys and community mobilization - $10,000
Completed!
- Identification of an optimal water site in areas with the lowest water coverage where sustainable water resource management technology can be applied
- Hydrological and geological surveys of the site and acquisition of required permits
- Environmental Impact Assessment survey from the National Environmental Management Authority
- Community mobilization to prepare for the provision of locally available construction materials and the creation of local volunteer groups
We need your help!
Phase Two:
Construction of a borehole - $30,000.
- Installation of pre-cast concrete rings.
- Excavation of 400 feet of borehole into a reliably yielding aquifer.
- Filtration material addition.
- Construction of platform and water tower, installation of water tanks and piping.
- Dewatering to remove debris and stagnant water.
- Disinfection and installation of pump, installation of power source.
Phase Three:
Maintenance of a permanent water source.
- Engagement of the local community in the setup and management of systems.
- Training of volunteers to disseminate sanitation messages to local communities.
- Involvement of agriculturalists to provide education regarding space efficient farming techniques.
Please Donate
Every drop counts!
The total project cost is USD $40,000. Please help us raise the remaining USD $12,000 by March 1, 2012, as we need to begin construction of the borehole while our government permits are active!
Your support can make a permanent, life changing difference for over 1,200 individuals in Kajiado District. 100% of gifts, donations and proceeds will go directly toward building the borehole. The Camp Ohana Foundation is a United States based 501(c)(3) public charity and all donations are tax deductible.
Giving Options
Credit or debit card online by clicking here and selecting the Camp Ohana Clean Water initiative.
Checks can be made out to The Camp Ohana Foundation and mailed to:
The Camp Ohana Foundation, 411 Walnut Street, Suite # 7797, Green Cove Springs FL 32043 USA
Wire transfers by requesting information via email to; info@campohana.org
Other online donations can be made by visiting our Facebook causes page by clicking here.
