Our Work

Our Impact and Results

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As we strive to build a better world, we are dedicated to more than ensuring that the water flows and buildings stand for years to come. We’re committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of our partners and our volunteers. Here’s a glimpse at how we’re doing so far.

1132 Projects completed all-time

5119138 Beneficiaries all-time

1067 community partnerships, domestic and international all-time

OUR COMMITMENT AND CONTRIBUTION

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5,118,138

We work to eliminate poverty by providing essential infrastructure and services that enhance economic stability and growth in underserved communities.

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325,887

Our agricultural projects improve food security by promoting sustainable farming techniques and drought-resistant crops, helping communities adapt to climate change and maintain reliable food sources.

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1,745,905

We focus on projects that enhance the health and well-being of communities. This includes building clean water systems, improving sanitation, and building footbridges to provide increased access to healthcare facilities, which are crucial for preventing disease and promoting overall health.

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209,583

EWB-USA supports educational infrastructure projects, building schools and providing resources to ensure access to lifelong learning opportunities for all community members.

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2,787,831

Access to clean water and adequate sanitation is a human right and critical to sustainable development. Over 60% of our projects involve water access and safe, reliable, and sustainable water supply systems to communities, reducing water-borne diseases and improving public health.

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490,518

Our clean energy projects, including solar power installations and energy-efficient cook stoves, help communities reduce fossil fuel dependence, lower energy costs, and mitigate environmental impacts.

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325,887

We create economic opportunities by developing infrastructure that supports local economies, such as market access roads and improved agricultural productivity, and creates a boon in economic growth.

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649,869

We build resilient infrastructure to promote sustainable industry and foster innovation, using advanced engineering practices tailored to community needs.

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Additionally, we uphold the values of SDG 5: Gender Equality and SDG 13: Climate Action in all our projects. Gender equality is promoted through active participation and leadership of women, while our climate initiatives focus on building climate-resilient infrastructure and educating communities on sustainable practices.

LONG TERM RESULTS

EWB staff traveled to five countries to assess the long-term impacts of climate change on partner communities and to monitor 33 projects completed over the past 1-11 years. Through focus groups and discussions with local leaders, organizations, NGOs, and government partners in 26 communities, they gathered data to evaluate the effectiveness and sustainability of the projects.

82%

FUNCTIONALITY

82% had a score of 75% or higher for functionality indicating the project is functioning consistently with minor or no issues.

82%

QUALITY

82% had a score of 75% or higher for quality indicating the local standards were met, the project met community needs, and the community was highly satisfied with the project.

82%

SUSTAINABILITY

82% had a score of 75% or higher for sustainability indicating the project is being maintained, repairs are being completed by the community as needed, and there are sufficient funds available to conduct the repairs.

85%

COMMUNITY CAPACITY

85% had a score of 75% or higher for community capacity indicating there is a functioning community-based organization (CBO) that is regularly collecting funds to support the project.

91%

VALUE

91% had a score of 75% or higher for value indicating communities are still satisfied with the project and that it met their expectations, even years after some of the projects were completed.

8.2 / 10

On average, Student Volunteers rated their EWB experience for Professional growth

8.6 / 10

On average, Student Volunteers rated their EWB experience for Personal Growth

7.8 / 10

On average, Professional Volunteers rated their EWB experience for Personal growth

2023 ANNUAL REPORT

Together, as a network of partners, communities, staff, and volunteers, we have the power to tackle the profound challenges communities face.

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