1. Community RequestThe community water board presents a written request asking for help. We respond to communities which recognize their need for clean water and take initiative to improve health.
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2. Community EvaluationThe Life Giving Water International team visits the community to verify the need, obtain basic data, investigate project feasibility, and confirm the willingness of the community to do their part. The community must obtain legal water rights and elect a Water Board prior to any work. Each family commits to building its own latrine or toilet.
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3. Topographic Survey & DesignWhen the community is ready, a topographic survey is done, and the water system is designed. The community covers some of the survey & design costs.
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4. Source Water ProtectionSpring protection work and/or well construction is often done during the design phase to verify the quality and quantity of the water available.
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5. Design ApprovalThe plans and the design report are presented to the community for review. If the community requests government funding, a much more extensive design report and lengthy review process are required.
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6. Donated Pipe and MaterialsLife Giving Water International donors cover the cost of pipe and construction materials. The community agrees to provide manual labor, meals, and pay for Ecuadorian field technicians and supervision.
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7. Construction of the
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8. Each Home Receives
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9. Training WorkshopsWorkshops for community leaders help them in administration, accounting, and operation of the water system so that it can be maintained, properly operated, and operational costs financed long-term.
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10. Emphasis on Spiritual HealthWe pray that each community experience Life Giving Water, the Holy Spirit, our Lord’s wonderful Presence, as we work together to design and build a water system. Children are invited to participate in a Vacation Bible School event.
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11. Health and Hygiene WorkshopsWorkshops and community discussions on health and hygiene help the community receive the full benefits of clean water to improve health.
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12. Celebration!
Communities joyfully celebrate their accomplishment and the LORD’s Providence when each home enjoys crystal clear spring water available 24/7.
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