Servicio Para la Paz · Access to Safe Water
Safe water at home changes everything for a family.
Since 2018 we have helped families harvest rainwater and filter it at home. Next, we are taking it further.
What we do
Rainwater, filters and training
In many rural communities, families depend on rain during the dry season. We install household rainwater harvesting systems and ceramic filters from Wine to Water, so the water a family stores is safe to drink.
Community tanks serve whole neighborhoods. We test water quality with university partners, and maintenance training is our next priority.
How it works
- HarvestGutters and a storage tank collect rain from the roof.
- FilterA ceramic filter removes bacteria before drinking.
- MaintainClean tanks, caps and filters keep the water safe.
- MeasureWe test water quality with university partners.
Projects
Water projects since 2016
| Year | Project | Community | Reach |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026–27 | Agua que EmpoderaHousehold rainwater systems, with Asociación Cibao (in progress) | Arroyo Vuelta, Piedra Blanca | 30 families |
| 2024 | Rainwater systems + Wine to Water filtersEvaluated with NC State University | El Batey · Arroyo Pomo · La Privada | 128 homes |
| 2021 | H2O Empowerment11,500-liter community tank and household filters | La Jicotea, Cambita | 50 families |
| 2020 | Household rainwater harvestingBuilt with Appalachian State and NC State | La Rosa, Villa Altagracia | 14 families |
| 2016–18 | Community water tank416 m³ tank project | La Rosa, Villa Altagracia | Designed for 530 families |
Sources: SPP project records; NC State University and SPP water study, December 2024.
What we learned · December 2024 study
Filters work. Maintenance makes them last.
Get involved
Help bring safe water to the next families
A household rainwater system with a filter gives a family safe water at home. Help us reach 162+ more families.
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Hamden, CT 06514 - ophillips@
serviceforpeace .org - +1 (203) 339-5767
Dominican Republic
- Edificio La Isla, Calle Pdte. González
Santo Domingo 10124 - info@
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