Run4Water2022, the group’s 8
th annual 5k run/1k walk, originally hoped to raise $200,000 to restore 50 water wells for people in need of clean drinking water in Uganda. With the help of participants from Southern California and beyond, the event raised over $214,000 to restore 53 sustainable borehole water wells.
More than 200 runners and 34 teams participated in Laguna Niguel Regional Park to reach the event’s fundraising goal. Team Ireland, led by Wells of Life ambassador Sister Joan Hogan, raised the most money in this year’s Run4Water with a grand total of $17,327.
As one well provides clean water for 1,000 people, all funds raised during the event will help 53,000 people receive clean water who would otherwise source their drinking water from contaminated sources.
“We are thrilled to have such a wonderful turnout by many generous people who gave of their time to help raise funds so that others can have clean water,” said Nick Jordan, Wells of Life founder and CEO. “Thank you for the tremendous support and genuine compassion shown by everyone who participated in this year’s Run4Water.”
Run4Water is Wells of Life’s second biggest fundraising event of the year.
“It takes a special type of person to change lives, lift people up and make the world a better place,” said Jordan. “Run4Water participants and sponsors are truly an inspiration, and their efforts allow us to make a positive impact on the lives of people that genuinely need it in Uganda.”
