When we arrived at Bright English Medium School (BEMS) in Loliondo, rural Tanzania, we were welcomed by children full of curiosity and warmth. Many of these children come from Maasai communities and nearby villages, carrying a rich cultural heritage and big dreams for their future. But behind their smiles lies the school’s biggest daily challenge, one most of us never think about: clean, reliable water.
The current water system is unpredictable. Some days the pump works, some days it doesn’t. And even when it does, the water is not filtered or fully safe for consumption. Seeing this up close made the issue painfully real. We watched children share small amounts of water during the day, teachers doing their best with limited resources, and staff constantly troubleshooting the system. Something as basic as water became the barrier to learning, health, and dignity.
Why This Project Matters
For a school with 500 students and home to 300 children, safe and consistent water isn’t a luxury. It is the foundation for:
1. Proper hygiene in the boarding facility.
2. Safe, potable water for daily meals.
3. Preparing and growing a nutritious vegetable garden on campus, improving food quality for all students, especially boarders who depend entirely on school meals.
Our Commitment through Project Breathe Foundation
During our time volunteering at BEMS, we felt a clear responsibility to help build a complete, sustainable water system that the school can depend on every single day.
Together with the school administration, we have outlined a plan that includes:
• A dependable water-extraction system.
• A reliable filtration and purification unit.
• Safe storage tanks to ensure water is available even when the pump fails.
• Training for staff to maintain and operate the system long-term.
This is not a temporary patch. It is a lasting solution.
How You Can Help
We cannot do this alone. Your contribution, big or small, becomes part of a child’s health, safety, and education.
A Future Nourished by Clean Water
Imagine students arriving at school and drinking clean water freely.
Imagine meals cooked with safe water.
Imagine no more hygiene issues or illnesses from contamination.
Imagine children focusing on learning, not on their thirst.
This is the future we are committed to building and we need your support.
Transparency and Project Execution
The project will begin once the required funds for borehole drilling are raised.
Phase 1: Borehole drilling (€7,500) and installation of the submersible pump with wiring (€1,400) to bring water to the surface, along with concrete protection (€500) and miscellaneous essentials (€500).
We will closely supervise the work and ensure responsible use of every contribution.
PS: The remaining phases will be planned and executed based on the availability of funds. If the donations exceed the target, we will transparently share how the additional amount is used.
Sincerely,
Project Breathe Foundation
In association with
Mrs. Juliana and Mr. Baraka
Founders, Bright English Medium School
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