Water ACcess TO ALL
EL SALVADOR
IMPACT
GOALS
THE PROBLEM
In coastal communities across El Salvador, access to clean drinking water is inconsistent and often unreliable. Many families depend on stored water, local wells, or delivered water that may not be safe to drink.
Even when water is available, contamination remains a major issue, leading families to rely on boiling water or purchasing bottled alternatives, both of which can be costly and unsustainable.
These communities are often overlooked in larger infrastructure projects, leaving a gap in long-term, household-level solutions.
W.A.T.A. works directly within these communities to provide water filtration systems, training, and ongoing support, while building local leadership through surf and youth-based networks.
PROJECTS
Coastal El Salvador
PARTNERS
IMPACT
72
Filters
400+
People
Stage
FILTERS DONATED: 150
PEOPLE IMPACTED: 750+
TRIP LOG
TRIP 2
DATES: 2/1/26 - 2/8/26
COMMUNITY: LA PERLA
TRIP RECAP
W.A.T.A. returned to the coastal community of La Perla, El Salvador to complete a full community-wide clean water distribution in partnership with local leaders and organizations.
During the visit, W.A.T.A. installed 70 household water filters, providing every family in the community with access to clean, safe drinking water. The distribution was paired with a Water Filter Day, where families gathered for hands-on training, setup, and education to ensure long-term use and follow-up.
The trip coincided with a local youth surf competition, supported by the local surf community and Seek Discomfort, creating a shared space for community connection, celebration, and service. By aligning clean water access with a community event, the program strengthened trust, engagement, and local ownership—laying the foundation for ongoing follow-ups and future expansion in the region.
IMPACT
FILTERS DONATED: 70
PEOPLE IMPACTED: 350+
