CHARITY GLOBAL INC

Uganda - In fiscal year 2024, charity: water funded 1,224 water projects that will serve an estimated 259,149 people in Uganda. Fourteen years ago, charity: water funded its inaugural project in Uganda, marking the beginning of our long-term commitment to the country. Uganda remains a key focus within our portfolio, with ongoing projects supported by eight local partners-more than in any other country we work in. This expanded network allows us to reach a broader range of communities, including those in more remote or geographically challenging areas. Perhaps most importantly, our sustained focus on Uganda fosters collaboration among local partners, empowering them to learn from one another and advocate effectively for their communities. Over 42% of the population lives below the poverty line, and an estimated 1.59 million refugees are also living in the country. Many Ugandans (74%) live in rural communities, where 48% lack access to basic water services, and 82% lack access to basic sanitation services.

Ethiopia - In fiscal year 2024, charity: water funded 299 water projects that will serve an estimated 109,822 people in Ethiopia. charity: water funds four local partners in Ethiopia. While one of the world's oldest civilizations and one of Africa's fastest-growing economies, thanks to coffee production, Ethiopia is still one of the most underdeveloped nations in the world. Nearly 27% of the population lives below the poverty line, and an estimated 1.1 million refugees are also living in the country. Climate change has resulted in dropping water tables, leading charity: water partners to implement drilled boreholes instead of hand-dug wells, which are more resilient when droughts occur. In rural Ethiopia, where 77% of people live, over 58% of the population still lack access to basic water services, and 94% still lack access to basic sanitation services.