On the border of Kenya and Tanzania sits Shompole, a small trade hub for the Maasai people. Here, life still follows ancient rhythms: families live in bomas built from thorns, mud, and thatch; wealth is counted in livestock; and men walk for days across the plains to graze their herds.
But there’s one rhythm that has always been broken—the rhythm of water.
During the dry season, the river slows to a trickle. Families dig into the sandy riverbed, hoping to scoop out enough for survival. During the rains, the river swells again, but it is shared with livestock and passing wildlife, leaving it unsafe for human use. In Shompole, water has always meant compromise: health for thirst, risk for survival.
Thanks to you, that is changing.
About the Filters
Through your support, The Bucket Ministry has begun distributing Sawyer PointONE filters to families in Shompole. Simple to use—just a five-gallon bucket and a filter—yet powerful enough to remove bacteria, parasites, and other contaminants, each filter can provide 20+ years of clean, safe water.
For the first time, families no longer have to choose between drinking contaminated water or going without. Children can grow up healthier, mothers can care for their families with dignity, and elders can rest knowing water is no longer a daily danger.
And beyond the water itself, something even greater is happening. Each filter, delivered by local pastors and missionaries, has opened doors for trust, hope, and connection in this remote community.
