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Ending water poverty through sustainable

community-led clean water systems in Uganda

Acts for Water Is one of Canada’s oldest water charities

On a mission to ensure every Ugandan has access to clean, flowing water that lasts for generations.

Give the Gift of Water Today

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Tracey DeGraaf

CEO

Together we go further.

Start With Clean, Accessible Water

Clean water is the foundation for health, opportunity, and dignity. But it’s not enough for water to be safe—it has to be close to home. By reducing water-fetching time from hours to minutes, families can game time back for school, work, and rest.

Our Values

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Sustainable Development

We invest for long-term, sustainable change at home and abroad, building a legacy that truly matters.

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Motivation

We live out our faith by showing Christ’s love through the practical act of delivering clean water to those in need.

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Maximum Impact

We steward every gift with gratitude, measuring impact over outputs and constantly asking how we can do better.

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Accountability

We hold ourselves answerable to donors, communities, governments, and Christ, striving for excellence in governance, programs, finance, and fundraising.

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Partnership

We collaborate with respect and hope—across Canada, Uganda, and beyond—trusting that shared effort with all partners, and with Christ, fulfills our purpose.

Senior Leadership Team

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Ugandan Staff and Board

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Ngabirano Christine

Public Health Specialist and Social Scientist

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Ngabirano Christine

Public Health Specialist and Social Scientist

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Gordon Muhimbise

Ugandan Judicial Officer

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Gordon Muhimbise

Ugandan Judicial Officer

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Bayo Paddy

Environmental Health Professional

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Bayo Paddy

Environmental Health Professional

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Teddy Kyomuhangi

Program Manager

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Teddy Kyomuhangi

Program Manager

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James Kakiro Kamuntu

Human Resource Practitioner

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James Kakiro Kamuntu

Human Resource Practitioner

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Yorokamu Mbahikiri

Camp Security & Construction Team – Uganda

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Yorokamu Mbahikiri

Camp Security & Construction Team – Uganda

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Ronnie Musoke

WASH Mobilizer – Uganda

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Ronnie Musoke

WASH Mobilizer – Uganda

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Ritah Ayebare

M&E Officer – Uganda

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Ritah Ayebare

M&E Officer – Uganda

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Richard Musinguzi

Executive Director – Uganda

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Richard Musinguzi

Executive Director – Uganda

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Richard Byaruhanga

Mobilization – Uganda

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Richard Byaruhanga

Mobilization – Uganda

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Rachel Ashemereire

WASH Coordinator – Uganda

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Rachel Ashemereire

WASH Coordinator – Uganda

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Paul Bizimugu

Wash Trainer – Uganda

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Paul Bizimugu

Wash Trainer – Uganda

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Marvin Agaba

M&E Assistant – Uganda

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Marvin Agaba

M&E Assistant – Uganda

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Martin Muhwezi

Wash Trainer – Uganda

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Martin Muhwezi

Wash Trainer – Uganda

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Kenneth Turyahebwa

Water Technician – Uganda

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Kenneth Turyahebwa

Water Technician – Uganda

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John Muhwezi

Security Guard – Uganda

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John Muhwezi

Security Guard – Uganda

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Hildah Katusiime

Manager of Operations – Uganda

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Hildah Katusiime

Manager of Operations – Uganda

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Grace Tugumisirize

Finance Admnistrator – Uganda

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Grace Tugumisirize

Finance Admnistrator – Uganda

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Gordon Ahebwe

Water Technician – Uganda

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Gordon Ahebwe

Water Technician – Uganda

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Gift Agaba

Entrepreneurship Support Officer – Uganda

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Gift Agaba

Entrepreneurship Support Officer – Uganda

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Esther

WASH Mobilizer – Uganda

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Esther

WASH Mobilizer – Uganda

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Edward Mugabe

Foreman – Uganda

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Edward Mugabe

Foreman – Uganda

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Edward Batuze

Water Technician – Uganda

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Edward Batuze

Water Technician – Uganda

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Asaph Katungi

Water Technician & Water Quality – Uganda

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Asaph Katungi

Water Technician & Water Quality – Uganda

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Ambrose Bigaba

Program Director – Uganda

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“We provide ongoing training and resources to local water committees, empowering them to lead.”

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Ambrose Bigaba

Program Director – Uganda

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Atusiimire

Trainer – Uganda

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Atusiimire

Trainer – Uganda

Our Canadian Staff and Board

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Rhea Siu

Associate Director of Development

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Jocelyn Kwok

Nonprofit Professional

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Jerry Low

Non-Profit Advisory Chair and Business Executive(retired)

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James Colburn

Business Owner / CEO

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Diana Pham

Human Resources

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Dean Dalke

Lawyer

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Dale Barkman

Chartered Accountant

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Tracey DeGraaf

CEO

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Lisa Beiderwieden

Director of Marketing & Operations – Canada

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Friecca Kurniawan

Administration Support

Our
History

ACTS FOR WATER

1972

Founded as Africa Community Technical Services

1986

First water project in Uganda

417k+

Lives reached

29

gravity flow systems built

$90M+

economic benefit created

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We believe trust is earned

That’s why we share our financials openly

View Impact Report

View financial statement

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