In South Sudan, schools have shuttered their doors for a brief respite amidst the scorching heat that would otherwise consume their precious time. But this isn't the typical Spring Break getaway to Florida's beaches or Colorado's snowy slopes. No, it's a different kind of break – a Heat Break.

This story of Water is Basic is way bigger than clean water. It’s economic opportunity, generational transformation, women's empowerment, and hope for a nation.

That’s why I’m inviting you to keep the good going today. Your thoughtfulness will:

• Provide access to clean water for another 200,000 people in 2024.

• Encourage consistent management of our work by extremely committed staff.

• Ensure another group of women-led pump mechanics is trained and deployed. 

Since last year, we have suffered a lot here in school due to the lack of water. During that time, we released pupils early before the sun got hot because they became thirsty when they stayed until noon and had no water to drink.