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You know those acts that just feel right? That feel like they carry a weight beyond the moment? That’s Sadaqah Jariyah. The kind of giving that keeps on giving, for years, decades, maybe even generations.
Of all the causes you could support, providing clean water by building a well stands out as truly exceptional.
Let’s explore why.
Sadaqah Jariyah means ongoing charity. It’s different from a one-time donation. It’s a good deed that continues to earn rewards long after you’ve left this world.
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said:
“When a person dies, their deeds come to an end except for three: Sadaqah Jariyah (ongoing charity), knowledge that is benefited from, or a righteous child who prays for them.”
– Sahih Muslim 1631a (The Book of Wills – كتاب الوصية)
That’s why Muslims look for ways to leave a legacy. Not just memories, but ripples of good that outlive us. Discover the broader importance of clean water as Sadaqah
You could fund a book. A tree. A school bench. All of those are noble.
But a sadaqah water well? It changes the course of lives. Entire communities.
No exaggeration here, without water, nothing grows. And for many families across Africa and Asia, clean water isn’t just a convenience, it’s a lifeline.
Water fuels it all. It keeps people healthy, fed, and dignified.
According to the WHO, 2.2 billion people lack access to safely managed drinking water. Diseases like cholera and typhoid still claim lives daily, especially children.
One well in a rural community means no more three-hour walks for muddy water. It means children go to school. Mothers can grow food. Elders can rest.
The Prophet (peace be upon him) emphasised giving water over and over again. Here’s one deeply moving example:
قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ ﷺ: “فِي كُلِّ كَبِدٍ رَطْبَةٍ أَجْرٌ”
“There is a reward for serving any living being with water.”
– Sahih al-Bukhari 2363 (Distribution of Water – كتاب المساقاة)
The language here is simple, but the scope is vast, encompassing every living thing. That’s how profound the impact of clean water is.
At Human Concern International, water is more than a checkbox. It’s a mission.
We build water wells in high-need regions like:
Each well is carefully planned, monitored, and built with long-term sustainability in mind.
We don’t just build and walk away. We:
So when you donate clean water, you’re not just ticking a box, you’re becoming part of a community’s story.
Let’s break it down:
It’s hard to find another form of charity with this level of compounding benefit.
Want to see what it looks like? Just reach out, and we’ll show you the change.
Food, shelter, and healthcare are essential pillars of well-being, but none of them can thrive without access to clean water. Water is the starting point. It supports every other form of development by making communities healthier, safer, and more resilient.
That’s why water aid is one of the most powerful forms of Sadaqah Jariyah you can give. It doesn’t replace other needs; it enables them.
If you’re exploring Sadaqah Jariyah ideas that leave a lasting impact, clean water is a meaningful place to begin.
If something stirred in you while reading this, lean into it. Let it move you.
That’s often how legacies begin, not with a big plan, but with a moment. A realization.
Donate clean water. Build a water well charity project. Start a sadaqah water well in someone’s name.
It’s simple. It’s sacred. Its impact may never be fully seen, but it will always be counted.
The cost depends on location and well type. For example, a standard water well costs around $5,000* in Africa and $1,500* in Asia, while solar-powered or deep-bore wells can exceed $5,000*. Partial contributions are always welcome.
* OR equals in British pounds.
Yes. Human Concern UK allows you to build a well in memory of a loved one as a form of Sadaqah Jariyah. You’ll receive a dedication plaque and photos of the completed well.
Our current water projects are active in Somalia, Kenya, Bangladesh, India, and Pakistan, all regions identified as high-priority by our needs assessments.
Yes. Human Concern UK provides post-completion reports that may include photos, well type, GPS location, and impact stories whenever possible.
You don’t need to be wealthy to change a life. You just need to care enough to act.
Maybe you’ve been searching for something meaningful to do, something lasting. Something that goes beyond you. A water well might not seem like a grand gesture, but to someone waking up thirsty every day, it’s everything.
In a world where suffering can feel overwhelming, water offers a clear, tangible way to create real, lasting good. It doesn’t take much to start the ripple.
So start. Today. For yourself. For your parents. For someone you love. Or simply for the sake of those whose names you may never know, but whose lives you’ll quietly change forever.
Donate now and make water the legacy you leave behind.
Human Concern UK is one of the leading Muslim relief organisations in the United Kingdom, committed to fighting poverty and providing aid to those in need.
Charity number: 1206222