Two local high school students are hoping to raise money to help others in a Third World country get access to clean water.
Caylie Warkentin and Maddie Burnett, both in Grade 11 at South Delta Secondary, have a goal of $1,000 to help others through Plan Canada’s Gifts of Hope program.
“We’re fundraising for a well that will provide fresh water to a lot of people in a Third World country, somewhere where they need it,” said Warkentin.
She said they’ve put the word out about their effort through family and friends as well as social media.
“This is a gift ... that just doesn’t benefit one person ... it benefits a whole bunch of people,” said Burnett.
More than 1.5 million children die from illnesses related to drinking unclean water every year, according to Plan, an international development agency.
Gifts of Hope is an ethical gift-giving program, according to organization’s website.
If you’re interested in helping, contact the students at cayliewarkentin@gmail.com.
