Presented by: Water is Basic
Thirst No More: 20 Years of Clean Water in South Sudan
The Board of Directors is asking for your help to finish what we began twenty years ago.
Join us for a night marking two decades of bringing clean water to South Sudan. This isn’t just a celebration of the past; it is a commitment to the future.
For twenty years, we have stood alongside communities where progress is never guaranteed. Because of that partnership, the reality for women in South Sudan is changing. Today, those most impacted by the water crisis are the ones solving it—women who have turned well repair into local businesses that now cover 40% of the country.
The evening will be immersive and deeply personal. You will hear the real-life stories of those whose hope is now expanded and see exactly why this final chapter is so critical. We are looking for bold partners to walk with us through Vision 2030—our final five-year sprint to ensure clean water flows forever.
Come be part of something historic. It’s a simple solution with a bold reach—and its impact is real: placing clean water fully in local hands so thirst is truly no more, and bringing our work to a responsible close. Let’s step into this final chapter together.
Thank you
Hosts
Event Chairs: Renda Mathew & Russell Hayward
Honorary Chairs: Thai & Steven Roth
Committee: Marissa & Dr. Michael Horne, Valerie & Jay Freeman
Board of Directors: John Houseal, Board Chair (GA), Vanessa Tobin (CT), Evan Shaver (TX), Russell Hayward (TX), Katrin Lewis (CT), Christina Carter (CO), Stephen Roese, President & Founder (TX), Mark Pollard (TX)
Location: Arlington Hall, 3333 Turtle Creek Blvd, Dallas, TX 75219
When: April 23, 2026
Time: 6:30 - 9:00 PM
What: Celebration with dinner, wine, music, and opportunities to support Vision 2030.
Dress: Effortless Elegance. Our goal is for everyone to feel stylish and relaxed. We suggest 'Smart Casual'—polished looks that skip the tie but keep the sophistication, to maintain the evening's aesthetic
Chairs: Renda Mathew & Russell Hayward
Honorary Chairs: Thai-lan Tran & Steven Roth
Host Committee:
Marissa & Dr. Michael Horne
Valerie & Jay Freeman