Summary: We are working to bring 32 homes in the remote village of Kithaga clean water using rain water harvesting and filtration, with clean water storage, handwash stations, and water and sanitation education.
The village of Kithaga has no access to water locally. The village women are walking a great distance every day to get water for their families. This is taking a toll on their health, families and finances. The community of Kithaga approached us and asked for the clean water that we have been doing in schools in their area. Our local partners have ensured that the local leaders and community want the project, understand the importance, and are fully supportive of the project. They have already visited each home, and done individual home assessments. The homeowners understand their obligations, and are excited to receive the help!The villagers have agreed that they will share water amongst themselves, so that whoever gets water first will share with those who haven't yet received it. We have already funded 8 homes and are working on more now. Each home costs $812 on average, with some factors changing that just a bit. We will provide for each home: 5,000 liters of water storage, gutters, microfilter, clean water storage with spout, handwash station, washable sanitary pads, and education on water, sanitation and hygiene. The homeowners are expected to supply installation labor, fascia boards and any needed Sand and rock for the cement base. We will visit the village periodically to make sure the systems are still functioning properly, and do follow-up education and assessments. We plan to visit for at least 2 years. Each time we visit we will do an educational session.
Approved
This project is "Approved". This means that the district leadership has reviewed and approved the allocation of district funds for this project. Once the funds from the district have been issued, the status of the project will be changed to "Paid".
Project listed for the 2025-26 Rotary Year.
Proposed Financing
Existing Contributions Towards This Project
Date
Cash
DDF
Total
Thermopolis (5440)
31-May-25
$1,750
$2,500
$4,250
Fallbrook (5340)
12-Jul-25
$500
$500
$1,000
Total
$2,250
$3,000
$5,250
DDF contributions in grey are pending approval of the corresponding district committee.
Project Supporting Documents
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History Log Entries
31-May-25
by Shurie Scheel
System Entry: Creation of project page.
2-Jun-25
by Randy Looper
Shurie,
Can you please add a detailed budget of income & expenses to the documents area.
Randy
7-Jun-25
by Randy Looper
Shurie,
In addition to the Budget I need the qualification answers from Phillip so I can send the MOU to him to sign along with his PE. This needs to be complete by 6/13.
If you have any questions please let me know.
Randy
1-Jul-25
by Randy Looper
Shurie,
The District had $18,000 more grant requests than available DDF for the 25 - 26 grant year. In order to meet the available DDF it was determined that we need to reduce the 3 tier levels to the next lower tier or $1,000. I have cancelled your signature process and reduced your DDF request by $1,000. You will need to either reduce the total budget for your grant or increase your club giving by $1,000 so it balances. Once you have made this adjustment please start the signature process again.
If you have any questions please email or call me at 970-629-0654.
Randy
1-Jul-25
by Randy Looper
System Entry: Project reverted to "Published".
14-Jul-25
by Shurie Scheel
System Entry: Project sent for club signatures.
14-Jul-25
by Alan Turner
System Entry: Signature Process cancelled by user.
15-Jul-25
by Shurie Scheel
System Entry: Project sent for club signatures.
15-Jul-25
by Shurie Scheel
System Entry: Project signed by Shurie Scheel.
15-Jul-25
by Shurie Scheel
System Entry: Project signed by Shurie Scheel.
15-Jul-25
by Tina Langham-Smith
System Entry: Project signed by Tina Langham-Smith.
16-Jul-25
by Randy Looper
System Entry: Project approved by the District Approval Committee.
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