By: Jo Cristoria (TC & Media Coordinator at The Sunden Group)

Clean and accessible water is a fundamental human right, yet many communities around the world still struggle to obtain this basic necessity. In an effort to address this critical issue, the Andrea Bocelli Foundation (ABF) has taken an impactful step by providing two water trucks to distribute clean water in the areas of need.

This initiative will improve the daily lives of these residents by offering them a consistent supply of clean water for drinking, cooking, and hygiene. In this blog post, we’ll explore the ABF Water Truck initiative and the positive impact it’s making on the communities it serves.

The ABF Water Truck Initiative:

ABF’s commitment to making a difference in disadvantaged communities is exemplified through its Water Truck Initiative. This program involves the deployment of two water trucks to areas without running water and basic plumbing, ensuring that residents have access to clean water, all year round.

Benefits of the Water Truck Initiative:

• Improved Hygiene and Health:
  • Regular access to clean water helps reduce the spread of diseases and epidemics related to poor hygiene.
  • Hygiene practices improve as people can use clean water for bathing, handwashing, and sanitation.

• Reduced Risk of Dehydration:
  • Infants, elderly individuals, and the vulnerable members of the community are at a lower risk of dehydration, thanks to the consistent availability of clean drinking water.

• Community Empowerment:
  • The water truck visits the communities once in the morning and twice in the afternoon, allowing residents to access water at convenient times.
  • Priority is given to the elderly, ensuring that those who are most vulnerable have easier access to clean water.

• Joyful Community Bonding:
  • Water distribution becomes a time for the community to come together, as children enjoy bathing in makeshift pools filled with fresh water.
  • Families work together to collect water, fostering a sense of unity and cooperation.

Key Statistics:

• 6 deliveries per day
• 6 days a week
• 15,000 gallons (57,000 liters) of clean water delivered every day
• 2 water trucks

• The distribution of drinking water using a 6×6 tanker truck, three times a day, six days a week.
• The distribution of drinking water using a 10×10 tanker truck, three times a day, six days a week.
• Annual maintenance costs of the two trucks.
• Purchasing water and oil to keep the trucks running.
• Salaries of the employees involved in the water distribution.