Think about this for a moment:

Every day, nearly 1,000 children under the age of five die from diseases caused by unsafe water, poor sanitation, and hygiene. And across the world, women and children spend 200 million hours each day walking to collect water—time that could be spent in school, at work, or caring for their families. That’s why every day between now and race day, I’ll be biking and walking—using those miles as a way to reflect on the long journeys families in Rwanda make for water and to stand with them in this effort.

Together, we’re working to fund the next shipping container filled with water filters that will bring safe drinking water to 50,000 people.

Here's how you can help:

• Donate: Every gift makes an impact. Even $10 gives one person clean water for 10+ years.
• Spread the Word: Share my fundraising page with friends, family, and networks. Awareness fuels generosity.
• Join Me: I’m not out here to break records—but every mile I bike or walk is a small reflection of the daily journeys families make for water. Please participate;  Sign up, get a t-shirt, and let’s rack up the miles together before October 19!

And,  thank you for joining me in this effort. Your support doesn’t just help me reach my goal—it helps families thrive, children go to school, and whole communities flourish with the gift of clean water.

Blessings, Ed Z. 

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