1001fontaines is a French NGO whose vision is that the best way to improve the health of vulnerable populations is to enable them to drink safe water.
1001fontaines has pioneered an innovative model, leveraging philanthropy and social entrepreneurship to create a sustainable impact.
Creation
of 1001fontaines
850,000
beneficiaries
Our goal:
2 million beneficiaries
The creation of 1001fontaines was inspired by Louis Pasteur, who declared that “we drink 90% of our diseases.” For nearly 20 years, 1001fontaines designs and deploys sustainable safe drinking water solutions for vulnerable populations. In 18 years, we have demonstrated the efficiency of our model.
Small enterprises producing and delivering affordable safe drinking water
We select, train, and provide long-term support to local entrepreneurs
Donations trigger the activity that reaches the breakeven point after a few months
20% of the daily water production is given to school children
In 2019, 1001fontaines joined the very selective group of the 1,000 world-changing solutions, when it received the « Solar Impulse Efficient Solution » label.
1001fontaines has reached significant recognition on the international stage, as illustrated by its awards and distinctions:
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