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Clean Water

It Was There All Along—They Just 
Needed Help Reaching It.

Families in Uganda are still drinking from contaminated water sources—ponds, puddles, even open ditches. Every sip can lead to sickness or worse. Together, we are changing that.

When you give, you help drill deep, sustainable water wells in rural communities that have waited far too long. The Father is refreshing them through your generous giving. 

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Hope Hasn’t Reached Every Village Yet.

There are still children and families who are getting water from muddy, unsafe streams—water that could make them sick or even take their life.

Your gift helps dig deep, lasting wells in communities like this—bringing safe, clean water and a new way forward. Every dollar moves hope closer.

Hope Hasn’t Reached Every Village Yet.

There are still children and families who are getting water from muddy, unsafe streams—water that could make them sick or even take their life.

Your gift helps dig deep, lasting wells in communities like this—bringing safe, clean water and a new way forward. Every dollar moves hope closer.

How Our Water Program Works

A suggested donation of $10,000 covers the complete cost of drilling and establishing a well in Uganda. While costs may vary depending on location, terrain, and material availability, this amount ensures that an entire village receives clean, safe water from start to finish. Your generosity directly changes lives, providing a sustainable water source to communities that would otherwise struggle with access to this essential resource.

Our Ugandan team works closely with local leaders, pastors, and government representatives to identify communities with the greatest need. The selection process includes several critical factors:

  • Community Engagement and Scope of Impact: Villages receiving wells must be actively involved in their maintenance. A local well committee is established to oversee sustainability and ensure long-term functionality.
  • Land Donation: A generous community member donates land for the well site.
  • Geological Survey: A team of experts conducts surveys to locate the best underground water source.
  • Drilling and Construction: Once water is confirmed, the drilling process begins, followed by the installation of casing, a hand pump, and a custom sign.
  • Commissioning and Dedication: The well is officially dedicated in a special ceremony where the love and message of Jesus Christ are shared, providing both physical and spiritual nourishment to the community.
The entire process takes around 1 month including preliminary planning, site identification, geological surveys, land agreements, drilling of the well, water testing and opening commissioning. The physical drilling of the well and installation of the casing, pump and concrete around the pump takes an average of a week, sometimes less. The cement then needs to cure before the well is available for public use.. To ensure efficiency, we conduct location surveys and prepare materials and locations months in advance.
A properly constructed and maintained well in Uganda can last anywhere from 20 to 50 years. Our drilling companies are required by contract to provide high-quality stainless steel materials, durable casings, and the best available components to ensure longevity. Regular maintenance and community involvement will still play a crucial role in sustaining the well for future generations. Your donation is not just providing water for today—it is an investment in decades of clean water access for those in need.
Absolutely! Many individuals and families have generously funded entire wells, often dedicating them in honor of a loved one. This is a lasting legacy that continues to bless communities for generations. If you would like to sponsor a well, we would love to partner with you in making this life-changing impact possible. You can even come on a trip with Show Mercy and see the actual well you donated and meet the many people impacted by your generous donation.
After a well is completed and officially handed over, the local community assumes responsibility for its maintenance. A plan is put in place for setting aside funds for potential repairs and upkeep, ensuring the well remains operational for years to come. We believe that community ownership is key to sustainability and reflects the Kingdom of God at work in their lives. All wells do receive a 1 year warranty from the drilling companies.
No, we do not own a drilling rig. Show Mercy International, oversees all aspects of the process including visits to each village and site. We have vetted and experienced drilling companies that are contracted to travel across Uganda to complete well installations. This approach ensures that the best professionals are involved in the process, providing the highest quality wells for the communities we serve. We also have certified water engineers as fulltime staff members that oversee the drilling and ensure the quality of the new wells.
The number of beneficiaries varies depending on the size of the village. One well can serve between 300 to over 1,000 families, significantly improving daily life by reducing disease and increasing access to education and economic opportunities.
While we have installed some solar-powered pumps, they are not our preferred choice. In Uganda, the high cost of repairs, limited availability of replacement parts, potential theft and inconsistent quality make solar pumps less sustainable. Instead, we prioritize durable, hand-pump wells that are easier to maintain and repair locally.

Clean water is a life-changing resource. When a village gains access to a well, several benefits occur:

  • Improved Health: Cases of cholera, typhoid, and dysentery decrease dramatically.
  • Education Access: Children, especially girls, spend less time fetching water and more time in school.
  • Economic Growth: Villagers can focus on farming, small businesses, and income-generating activities instead of spending hours collecting water.
  • Spiritual Growth: The installation of a well creates an opportunity to share the love and hope of Jesus Christ, strengthening faith and unity within the community.
We are committed to transparency and accountability. Donors who fund entire wells receive detailed updates, including photos, reports, and GPS locations showing the exact impact of their generosity. We encourage supporters to follow our progress online and, if possible, visit Uganda to witness firsthand the life-changing effects of their contributions. Additionally, we provide an online map showing all funded wells, so you can see the tangible difference your support is making.
Yes! We welcome visitors who wish to see the impact of their donations firsthand. Show Mercy International, can coordinate site visits and offer guided experiences to meet the communities benefiting from these wells. This is a powerful way to witness how clean water transforms lives and to deepen your connection to the mission. Come on a mission trip and see firsthand the impact that clean water is having in Uganda.
For many in Uganda, access to clean water is not just a convenience—it’s a matter of life and death. By supporting well-drilling efforts, you are providing safe drinking water, reducing waterborne diseases, empowering communities, and sharing the love of Christ in a tangible way. Each well represents hope, health, and a brighter future for those who need it most.

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Grace's Story:

In 2004, when we began Show Mercy, we had no idea the depth and reach this journey would take. We simply said yes to helping 50 children. That’s it. No grand strategy. Just obedience.

And that’s when I met Grace—a quiet, wide-eyed little boy sitting in a church service. I invited him to sit on my lap, and from that moment on, he had a special place in my heart.

Grace’s story was painful. His father had died of AIDS, and by custom, he was sent to live with his grandparents. At just seven years old, Grace was forced to work in the fields from dawn to dusk, digging for food with his bare hands. He wasn’t allowed to go to school. He slept on the hard mud floor. His clothes were rags. He was in constant pain—his feet and hands raw and infected from living barefoot in the dirt.

When he was finally brought into our sponsorship program, everything changed.

A Heart Transformed

Grace was safe. He had a bed. A blanket. Shoes. Meals. Clean water. Medical care. An education. But more than all of that—he had love.He would run to carry my bags every time I visited. He started dreaming big, bold dreams. He told me with glistening eyes that one day he would be a pastor and evangelist for Jesus. And over and over again, he dreamed of fishing—casting nets—pulling in a catch.

One day, as he wept in my arms sharing the horrors of his early life, he suddenly lifted his head, smiled, and said something I will never forget:

“I now know what it means to be a King’s kid.”

Grace discovered who he truly was—not an orphan, not a slave—but a son of the King. That truth changed everything for him. And it became a cornerstone of this ministry’s calling.

The Final Goodbye

In 2008, we received the heartbreaking news that Grace had passed away. While being treated in the hospital for an injury, doctors discovered he had leukemia. It progressed quickly, and we didn’t even have time to say goodbye.

But then, something miraculous happened. My husband Mike had a dream. In it, Grace was sitting on Jesus’ lap—radiant, whole, joyful. He looked at Mike and said something like:

“Thank you… for showing me what a good Poppa is on the earth.”

He woke up in tears. It was as if Grace had come back one last time to say thank you—and to pass the baton.

Send your sponsored child a note!

Use this form to send a special note to your child in Uganda.
You can upload a few small photos as well.