Mandaluyong City – March 22, 2024 – In commemoration of World Water Day 2024, The Water Flow Foundation Inc. proudly hosted its inaugural Partner’s Appreciation Night at its Mandaluyong City headquarters. This event brought together key partners, supporters, volunteers and stakeholders to acknowledge their vital role in ensuring access to clean water for communities across the Philippines.
World Water Day, observed annually on March 22nd, serves as a poignant reminder of water’s indispensable significance in our lives and the pressing need to confront water scarcity and pollution. Water Flow Foundation Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to providing sustainable water solution, has been steadfastly contributing to this cause.
In the Philippines, 11 million families lack access to clean water which accounts to 41.6% of the 26,393,906 total numbers of Filipino families. (2023, national Water Resource Board (NWRB)). The situation in schools is even more serious, with 55% of schools lacking access to a safely managed water supply (UN and UNICEF).
The Partners’ Appreciation Night served as a platform for the Water Flow Foundation to express gratitude and extend recognition to its invaluable partners for their steadfast support. The event featured keynote addresses, inspiring narrative from the field, and a video showcasing the impact of the organization’s endeavors throughout 2023, benefiting approximately 2,347 Filipino families.
The video spotlighted five water community projects in Zambales, Tarlac, and Negros Occidental, where sustainable solutions were implemented to provide access to clean water. Additionally, it highlighted the humanitarian aid provided to those affected by typhoons and flooding in Bulacan and Ilocos Norte, underscoring the foundation’s commitment to emergency response and relief efforts. Furthermore, clips depicting coastal and reef cleanups in Cavite, Batangas and Las Pinas, where 412 kilos of marine debris were collected, were presented, showcasing the foundation’s dedication to environmental conservation.
“Our partners are the foundation of our achievements,” remarked Geegee Ranchez, representing the Water Flow Foundation. “The unwavering dedication, collaboration, and financial backing are communities. We are profoundly grateful for their commitment.”
During the event, the /Water Flow Foundation honored several partners for their exceptional contributions, including Universal Access & Systems Solutions Inc. Highly Succeed Inc. Unleash, Corban Logistics, Megaworld Foundation Inc., Lakbay Dagat International and Zack Fire and Rescue group. These partners have significantly impacted lives through their dedication to the organization’s cause.
Also present were student from De La Salle University Manila who have been instrumental in supporting the foundation’s advocacy campaign.
Furthermore, the Water Flow Foundation provided updates on its ongoing projects and future endeavors, emphasizing its commitment to expanding its reach and scaling uomits water solutions to meet the growing demands for the water.
The Partner’s Appreciation Night in resounding success, fostering a sense of camaraderie and collective purpose among the Water Flow Foundation Inc. and its partners. It underscored our collective responsibility to ensure water security for all and the transformative potential of collaborative efforts in realizing this imperative goal.
For mor Information about Water Flow Foundation Inc., visit https://www.waterflowfoundation.org/.
