What did Ryan Hreljac do?
Hreljac founded Ryan’s Well Foundation, a registered Canadian charity, in 2001 to build in Africa and educate children about sanitation and safe water.
What did 6 year old Ryan Hreljac do?
Ryan Hreljac first began his project to alleviate the shortage of clean water in Uganda when he was in the first grade by raising funds to build a well. As a six year-old, Hreljac initially saved just $70 of the $2,000 needed to build a well.
Why did Ryan Hreljac take action?
The Foundation grew from the passion and courage of one 6-year-old boy, Ryan Hreljac. Ryan was inspired to take action as a grade one student when he learned of the devastating consequences for people without access to safe drinking water.
How much money did Ryan Hreljac raise?
HONOREE Ryan Hreljac Hreljac continued his fundraising and, in 2001, with the support of his family established the Ryan’s Well Foundation. Since then, Ryan’s Well Foundation has raised over $1 million for 878 water projects and 1,120 latrines in 16 countries.
What has Ryans well accomplished?
Here are some quick facts: We have completed 1,667 water projects and 1,317 latrines in 17 countries, bringing safe water and sanitation to 1,342,555 people. We are a Canadian registered charity (charitable registration # 88858 7110 RR0001).
What is Ryan’s well Mission?
We are committed to improving the lives of vulnerable people through access to safe water and improved sanitation. They say “Water is Life” because access to clean water is essential for hydration, food preparation, sanitation services and proper hygiene.
How did Ryan get the idea of his water project first?
So, I went home and begged my mom and dad to help. After a few days, they told me I could do extra chores to earn the $70 I thought would build a well. I thought that’s all it would take to solve the world’s water problem. I worked for four months to earn my first $70.
What is Ryan’s advice to those who wish to make a change?
My advice to anyone is that in order to make a positive change in the world, you need to find something you are passionate about and then you need to take steps to act.
What does Ryan’s well do?
Ryan’s Well Foundation is a family of people committed to delivering access to safe water as an essential way to improve the lives of people in the developing world. We motivate citizens of all ages to take action and effect positive change in the world.
What is Ryan’s Well Mission?
Where is Ryan Hreljac now?
I returned to the Foundation as a Project Manager and now I’m the Executive Director. I speak around the world on water issues and on the importance of making a difference no matter who you are or how old you are. My work would not happen without the support of my family and friends.
How does Ryan’s well raise money?
Who supports Ryan’s Well Foundation? Donations come from many sources. Students from schools are very creative in their fundraising – from lemonade stands to “shave-your-head days.” Many individuals, corporations, and other organizations donate generously to our projects.
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