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Yahoo
15-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
New Bern to hold ‘Walk for Water' event in April
NEW BERN, N.C. (WNCT) — The City of New Bern will welcome Christian nonprofit, Water Mission, for their annual Walk for Water event in April. The event is intended to raise awareness of the global water crisis that leaves more than two billion people without access to safe, clean water, according to Water Mission. Walkers will start at Union Point Park in New Bern at 2pm on April 27. Tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for children five and up. Children four and under able to attend for free. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
14-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Dress your pets in their Easter best for a New Bern pet fundraiser
NEW BERN, N.C. (WNCT) — Water Mission, a nonprofit Christian organization, is holding a Walk for Water event in New Bern this month. The Easter Pet Parade Fundraiser will take place at Cottle Park on Saturday, April 19, at 4pm. Attendees are encouraged to dress their pet in their Easter best, while also keeping them on a leash. Other pets can attend the event but must be held for their safety. The entrance fee is $10, with 100% of the proceeds going towards Walk for Water. No aggressive pets are allowed. Garber Church Mission Committee is helping host the event. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
29-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Water Mission Responding to Devastating Earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand
Disaster Response Team Rushing to the Region to Assess Emergency Safe Water Needs N. CHARLESTON, S.C., March 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Water Mission, a Christian engineering nonprofit, is deploying a Disaster Response Assistance Team to Southeast Asia following the deadly magnitude 7.7 earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand. The earthquake has caused widespread destruction to infrastructure such as buildings, homes, and roads across the countries of Myanmar and Thailand. The Water Mission team will initially start their mission in Thailand working to assess safe water, sanitation, and hygiene needs across the region. The earthquake is believed to have claimed more than 150 lives and hundreds of people are also reported as missing. Initial reports expect that these numbers could rise in the days ahead. During any disaster, clean, safe water is critical. It helps prevent the spread of water-related illnesses, which are especially deadly to young children 'Water Mission has responded to more than 60 disasters around the world, including similar large earthquakes over the last two years in Turkey and Morocco,' said Water Mission CEO and President George C. Greene IV, PE. 'Our Disaster Assistance Response Team is well versed in quickly mobilizing and collaborating with partners on the ground to provide emergency assistance as quickly as possible where it is needed most.' Water Mission has more than 20 years of experience responding to natural disasters and humanitarian crises with immediate and long-term safe water solutions. Over the last two years, Water Mission has responded to hurricanes in the U.S. and Caribbean, flooding in East Africa, earthquakes in Turkey and Morocco, cholera outbreaks in Malawi, and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Water Mission has served more than 8 million people globally since 2001. Click here to learn more about Water Mission's disaster response effort as the organization rushes staff and resources to support those in desperate circumstances. About Water Mission Water Mission is a Christian engineering nonprofit that builds sustainable safe water solutions for people in developing countries, refugee camps, and disaster areas. Since 2001, Water Mission has served more than 8 million people in more than 60 countries, sharing safe water and the message of God's love. Water Mission's global headquarters is in North Charleston, SC, and the organization serves people in Africa; Asia; and North, South, and Central America. Charity Navigator has awarded Water Mission its top four-star rating 18 years in a row, a distinction shared by less than 1% of the charities rated by the organization. To learn more, visit Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, or Twitter. Water Mission Contact: Gregg Dinino Director, Public RelationsWater Mission M. +1.843.805.2097 gdinino@
Yahoo
28-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Water Mission to hold annual ‘Walk for Water' Saturday
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Thousands of walkers are expected to gather Saturday at North Charleston to raise awareness and funds needed to fight the global water crisis. Water Mission, a nonprofit building safe water solutions for people in developing countries, refugee camps, and disaster areas, will host its annual Walk for Water at Riverfront Park beginning at 8 a.m. Organizers say the event allows participants to experience the daily reality faced by millions around walking miles each day to collect water, which is often unsafe. 'Today, 2 billion people, one-quarter of the world`s population, lack access to clean, safe water. This year, the Charleston community will walk to bring safe water to more than 14,000 people in need,' the nonprofit said. Participants can help fight the global water crisis and change lives with access to clean, safe water. 'Every step taken supports Water Mission's work to provide sustainable safe water solutions, bringing health, hope, and opportunity to communities in need.' The event takes place at Riverfront Park (1061 Everglades Avenue) at 8 a.m., with the walk getting underway at 9 a.m. There will be food trucks, interactive activities, and live music. Those interested in attending can register online by clicking here. It costs $25 for adults, $10 for youth, and free for children aged four and under. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Associated Press
21-03-2025
- Climate
- Associated Press
Water Mission Responds to Hurricane Helene With Support From FedEx
On September 26, 2024, Hurricane Helene tore through the southeastern United States, leaving destruction in its wake. The Category 4 storm claimed more than 215 lives, making it one of the deadliest storms in the U.S. this century, and left more than 2 million people grappling with power outages and drinking water shortages. North Carolina was hit the hardest, as the hurricane set the record for the worst flooding in the state's history. Entire communities were uprooted, and critical infrastructure was destroyed, damages that are still impacting the people of western North Carolina today. Mark Greene, a resident of western North Carolina, was severely impacted by Helene. His home lost power, which affected his wife, who needs electricity to power her oxygen tank. 'I've been through a lot of storms, and this is the worst one I've ever seen,' said Mark Greene, a resident of western North Carolina, in October 2024. 'My wife is on oxygen 24/7…and we went through all of her reserve oxygen tanks .... She's been in the hospital ever since.' Water Mission, a Christian engineering nonprofit, rushed aid to western North Carolina. The disaster response team was on the ground the day after the storm hit, immediately seeking opportunities to partner with the local community to meet needs. The response started in Boone and then expanded to Asheville and its surrounding areas. Thanks to support from the FedEx Cares Delivering for Good program, Water Mission shipped generators to North Carolina to begin distributing to people in need. Water Mission distributed 1,100 generators to individuals and families, serving more than 3,000 people, including Greene and his wife. 'I just really appreciate the fact that you guys are here to help,' Greene said. 'This generator is going to help power my home so I can get my wife back home and comfortable.' Along with helping people have restored power, Water Mission's disaster response team brought safe drinking water to those for whom the safety of their well water had been compromised. Over the course of the response, Water Mission distributed 124,000 emergency water purification packets and installed 19 safe water treatment systems at schools, churches, and community centers. The water systems provided more than 457,000 gallons of safe drinking water for people in need. The safe water systems installed in three Asheville-area schools met the needs of 3,000 students, allowing them to return to school after weeks of being away. 'The entire Asheville City Schools community is beyond grateful to Water Mission for their support in helping us reopen schools after Helene devastated the city's municipal water system,' said Maggie Fehrman, the superintendent of Asheville City Schools. The collaboration with FedEx enabled Water Mission to bring generators and provide safe water for people across western North Carolina, serving more than 112,000 men, women, and children who were impacted by Hurricane Helene. in recognition of World Water Day, March 22, 2025. Photos provided by Water Mission.
