Traveling to Kenya was truly unforgettable. It was the first time I had visited the water projects and had seen the results of the funds that were raised through my row across the Atlantic, cycle across America and other adventures.

What struck me the most during my month in Kenya were the kids. I saw them walk every day, sometimes over four miles, for water. They were spending their time walking instead of staying in school and getting an education.

There are many ways to help.  Solutions like rainwater tanks and water filters at schools to keep clean water nearby, allowing kids to walk less and learn more.

This is what my latest campaign Schools for Water is all about.

Ten schools in America have pledged to help ten schools in Kenya gain access to safe water by starting a coin drive. They’re raising as many coins as it takes to make a four mile line  - four miles signifying the average distance that kids in Kenya walk to collect water.

With your help and each school doing their part, we’re going to raise over $100,000 for schools-based water projects. And every single penny raised will be matched. Our goal is ultimately to help 10,000 kids gain access to safe water in Kenya.

Watch this space as we work to reach our target and please donate here to support our goal. In this case, every penny truly counts!

 You, too, can be part of something big. Join Schools for Water and make a difference.