Amanda Buch

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January 2014 Columbia Water Brigade - Ghana
  1. Affiliated Organization: Global Brigades USA
  2. Program: Water Brigades
  3. Chapter: Water Brigades at Columbia University
End Date: Jan 20, 2014 12:00 AM
Volunteer Activity Message

In January 2014, Global Water Brigades are going to the Central Region of Ghana to work in the community of Srafa Aboano, a fishing village with a population of 1500 people who have little or no access to clean water.

Water Brigades volunteers assist in designing and implementing water systems to prevent water-related illnesses in communities with limited access to clean water. With a sufficient quantity of properly treated water community members can cut off the connection between water and illness and ultimately live healthier more productive lives. Our in-country team members work with water experts and community leaders to design rainwater harvesting systems to serve schools, individual homes, and communities. Once the water system is blueprinted, volunteers work side-by-side with community members to build the project, implement water filtration solutions, teach about water collection and filtration methods and organize community water counsels and school water clubs to maintain the projects. Between brigades our in-country team follows up in the community to ensure long-term sustainability and continued functionality of the project. Additionally Water Brigades and its volunteers provide education and training so that the community can properly administer, operate, and maintain their water system. In collaboration with Medical Brigades and Microfinance Brigades, Water is working to identify communities with the most need. With a holistic approach to development we plan to continue working with communities to improve their health and standard of living through the most fundamental resource on the planet, water.

A 10 day Water Brigade provides volunteers with the opportunity to make a tangible impact to improve water access and quality in under-resourced communities while getting hands-on experience in the field of engineering, global health and sustainable development.

Volunteer Goals

Program Goal: $0.00 / Airfare Goal: $0.00

Amanda Buch donated $-209

Saying "Donation partial refunded from bluepay."

Feb 17, 2014 10:04 AM

Kimberly M Trant donated $150

Saying "Good Luck, Amanda & teammates. I know you will accomplish your goals. Great way to start a new year!"

Jan 03, 2014 02:34 PM

frank rucci donated $50

Saying "best wishes to you and your family from the rucci family"

Dec 29, 2013 08:11 PM

Tommy-Lee Sexton donated $25

Dec 17, 2013 01:13 PM

Daniel Castillo donated $85

Saying "Good luck and have a great trip. "

Dec 13, 2013 10:20 PM

Susan Sexton donated $100

Saying "We will be praying for you!"

Dec 09, 2013 05:20 PM

Jamison McMillan donated $500

Dec 09, 2013 12:04 PM

Edward Chorbajian donated $100

Saying "God bless!!!!!!!"

Dec 01, 2013 06:54 PM

Ruth Ann Wessel donated $50

Saying "Hi Amanda, This looks like a great humanitarian project. We hope you're able to go and make a difference.
- Love, The Wessels"

Dec 01, 2013 12:05 PM

Michelle Hoverson Grace Covenant Church donated $100

Nov 27, 2013 01:51 PM

[Org. Admin] Nancy Amador donated $23

Saying "Transfer from Michal Rosenberg"

Nov 26, 2013 02:58 PM

Anonymous donated $20

Saying "May the beauty of God's kingdom work be found in you there, Amanda."

Nov 26, 2013 05:54 AM

Anonymous donated $20

Nov 25, 2013 10:20 PM

Cindy Vitale donated $50

Nov 25, 2013 05:50 PM

John Hanna donated $100

Nov 24, 2013 12:56 PM

Debra House donated $100

Saying "Amanda, Thanks for your dedication in serving the people of Ghana; often we take for granted basic necessities like clean water. Your work will be a huge benefit to their health and wellness!

"

Nov 23, 2013 01:03 PM

Linore Burkard donated $25

Saying "God bless you, Amanda! It's wonderful that you're doing this."

Nov 23, 2013 12:31 PM

Jill Woodward donated $25

Nov 22, 2013 10:28 AM

Anne Annese donated $25

Saying "May God bless you and your team as you work towards giving the people of Srafa Aboano clean water and thereby removing the serious health issues affecting them."

Nov 21, 2013 08:16 PM

BETH RODDIN donated $25

Saying "blessings from matt & beth"

Nov 21, 2013 07:29 PM

[Org. Admin] Nancy Amador donated $18

Saying "Transfer from Stella Kim"

Nov 21, 2013 08:12 AM

Aurora Gilbert donated $8

Saying "Hi Amanda,
Thank you for supporting the First Annual Columbia University Global Brigades Global Gala! We hope you have a wonderful January 2014 brigade.
~ The CUGB Board"

Nov 16, 2013 07:20 PM

Douglas P Rubano donated $25

Saying "Hi Amanda e hope you ave awonderful time. Love to the reeeeeeeeeet of the family. Doug @ Jackie"

Nov 16, 2013 07:04 AM

donna mazzei donated $150

Saying "I will be praying for you.
All God's protection and provisions.
Love you "

Nov 11, 2013 07:22 AM

Marie Buckham donated $100

Saying "Amanda, I pray for the strength and health of the this team as you go to help others enjoy what we take for granted in this (our) country. I love you and hope to get your big hugs at Christmas time. Love, Grandma"

Nov 10, 2013 12:41 PM

Kerry Wally donated $100

Saying "Blessings on your trip!"

Nov 07, 2013 06:43 AM

Maritza Brugger donated $100

Saying "We are really excited for the opportunity you have to serve. You and the team will be on our prayers. Love. The B's."

Nov 06, 2013 08:14 PM

Yvette Bacchus donated $100

Saying "Forward from Rucci family. God bless you richly."

Nov 06, 2013 08:03 AM

Lynn Connolly donated $50

Nov 05, 2013 12:18 PM

Louise Cunningham donated $25

Saying "This does not surprise me!!!! --- YOU GO GIRL---you and all the courageous people going with you will be in my Prayers. God Bless you all. "

Nov 05, 2013 08:41 AM

Elizabeth Buch donated $100

Saying "Amanda,
We are so proud of you for wanting to be a part of this wonderful cause. We will pray that you and your team will make a huge impact in bringing clean water to this area of Ghana.
Love and Blessings,
Mom & Dad"

Nov 03, 2013 07:26 PM

Amanda Buch donated $250

Oct 06, 2013 08:53 PM
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