Thank you Milwaukee Flying Car for allowing us to set up a table and spread the word about canned water. We made many solid connections and had a wonderful time. Congratulations to all the start-ups that made the finals and good luck with your future endeavors.

Spread the word about our cause to save more children from dying from unsafe drinking water.

University of Wisconsin Milwaukee is taking the first steps towards a greener future by displaying and selling  CannedWater4Kids cans in the Union Station and Union Grind coffee house.

Display in the Grind.

Display in the Union Station.

Thank you UWM for supporting our cause at CannedWater4Kids.com !

Thanks IMDA for the fun time and constant support of our group. Megan had a good time learning about all things can. Excited to see you all again next year!

 

 

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This project has been completed under the direction of Peace Corps Volunteer Chelsea Milko. To read about the beginning of the project, CLICK HERE.

The project was to renovate the latrines and install a rainwater harvesting tank at the school.

Chelsea reports:

The project has been completed. The school was able to install its 500 liter rainwater tank and a boys latrine stall in an area that had been unused for some time.

We purchased a hand pump and pipes, constructed a metal tower and concrete platform to set the tank on, and replaced an old metal latrine cistern with a longer-lasting ceramic one.

Now, the visually-impaired male students are using the refurbished latrine and washing their hands with clean rainwater piped in from the tank. Hygiene at the school has improved greatly because of access to clean water and useable latrines.

Eyalama noi (thank you) Water Charity for helping us serve the needs of our students by providing them with a more hygienic, water-smart environment.

We are grateful to Chelsea, who was able to complete this project despite administrative delays and illness. We again extend our thanks to CannedWater4Kids for providing the funding.

On Saturday, Feb. 23 at 3:30pm the 5th Annual Benefit for Clean Water silent auction will take place at the UWM Fireside Lounge..

$15 entrance fee gets you appetizers, live music, and a presentation by the EWB@UWM (Engineers Without Borders) team.

This fundraiser will directly benefit the village of Visiban in Guatemala where we are currently working on a water distribution system.

The auction will be held in the Fireside Lounge in the UWM Union.

The door will open to this event at 3:30p
The auction preview will start at 4:00p
The bidding will begin at 5:00p and end at 6:00p
-Winning bidders must be present to win

Short list of auction items:
Rain barrels
Gifts and coffee from Guatemala
Gift certificates to various restaurants
Diamond necklace
SCUBA lessons
Horseback riding lessons
Milwaukee Wave premier tickets
Fitness membership
Original artwork
Hair salon package
Wine tasting package
Packers merchandise

Check out these photos of the American Red Cross delivering our water to those in need. Thanks to the American Red Cross for all they do!

http://www.flickr.com/photos/americanredcross/8162065190/in/photostream

http://www.flickr.com/photos/americanredcross/8162032947/in/photostream

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Published on Dec 20, 2012

In this extended interview with Marissa Jablonski, UW Milwaukee co-chair of Engineers Without Borders, we learn about challenges of building sustainable water systems that are maintained well after initial installation. Creating the right partnerships with local water leaders and educating villagers is vital to the success of these water projects.

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Our Purpose
CannedWater4Kids, a 501c3 non-profit charity is an organization focused on bringing clean, safe water to children worldwide. Ensuring access to safe, clean water worldwide is critical. Not only is it essential for successful agriculture, food and energy production, It is a children’s issue because water is vital for healthy development and survival.

Who We Support
Our plan is to support certified clean water initiatives world-wide. Whether supporting the digging of wells, water filtration programs, or clean water education, our donations will go to where we think it will do the most good. Bottom line? All money collected by CannedWater4Kids will go towards helping to bring clean, safe water to children everywhere.

Published on Dec 20, 2012

In this extended interview, Founder & CEO Greg Stromberg talks about CannedWater4Kids helping with disaster relief in Japan and fundraising for Engineers Without Borders.

Ways to Get Involved
http://www.cannedwater4kids.com/index.php?/get-involved/

We Want to Hear From You!
https://www.facebook.com/CannedWater4Kids
http://twitter.com/cannedwater4kid
http://www.linkedin.com/company/cannedwater4kids-inc.

What’s New?
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Our Purpose
CannedWater4Kids, a 501c3 non-profit charity is an organization focused on bringing clean, safe water to children worldwide. Ensuring access to safe, clean water worldwide is critical. Not only is it essential for successful agriculture, food and energy production, It is a children’s issue because water is vital for healthy development and survival.

Who We Support
Our plan is to support certified clean water initiatives world-wide. Whether supporting the digging of wells, water filtration programs, or clean water education, our donations will go to where we think it will do the most good. Bottom line? All money collected by CannedWater4Kids will go towards helping to bring clean, safe water to children everywhere.