Every 90 seconds a child dies from a water-related disease and 1/3 of all schools lack access to safe water and adequate sanitation. Children are often responsible for collecting water to help their families, taking time away from school and play. Access to safe water and sanitation changes this. Reductions in time spent collecting water have been found to increase school attendance.

Montessori School of Anderson's first water initiative has successfully raised $790. We want to thank each and everyone of you who donated to this cause. In addition to raising money, upper school students participated in a 7 minute shower challenge. Younger students were encouraged to participate by remembering to turn the tap off while brushing their teeth. Water is a basic necessaity and your donation allows little kids to go to schools and work toward a better future.

Founded by Gary White and Matt Damon, Water.org is a non-profit organization that has been pioneering market-driven financial solutions to the global water crisis for more than 25 years, giving women hope, children health and communities a future.

Information from: http://give.water.org/fundraiser/6894/