Water1st International
Non-profit OrganizationsWashington, United States11-50 Employees
Water1st International is a nonprofit organization focused on reducing the burden of water collection for women and girls by delivering household access to safe, piped water and sanitation. Each project combines a 24/7 supply of safe water at home and a toilet, enabling essential public health activities like handwashing. Research and experience cited by the organization indicate that having a home faucet is linked to higher income, improved educational outcomes for girls, and longer-term sustainability of water systems. Based in Seattle, Washington, Water1st operates internationally and maintains a relatively small staff. The group serves communities in low-income settings, addressing core challenges in water and sanitation as a foundation for health, education, and economic opportunity. In 2018, Water1st International formed a partnership with Everybody Water.