We have two rules
Our Founder’s Story
Jim Hocking grew up in the Central African Republic which fostered in him a deep love for the country and its people. He saw first-hand that people’s basic physical needs were unmet, AIDS was ravaging the region, and the realities of poverty and war were creating hopelessness. Jim wanted to build something with the people of CAR that would be sustainable and could withstand political upheaval.
In an act of obedience, 2004 was the beginning of what Jim would eventually call “Water for Good.” There are many challenges to getting fresh water to remote villages and getting a well drilled is only the first step. Jim knew the well pumps would inevitably break and the village would be right back where it started: without safe drinking water. He knew sustainability was key to the success of any well, so along with the Drilling Team, Jim also created a Maintenance Team.
Now, more than 880,000 Central Africans are drinking water from these wells every day. People are staying healthy, generating more income, and making a difference in their communities —for good.
Our Founder’s Story
Jim Hocking grew up in the Central African Republic which fostered in him a deep love for the country and its people. He saw first-hand that people’s basic physical needs were unmet, AIDS was ravaging the region, and the realities of poverty and war were creating hopelessness. Jim wanted to build something with the people of CAR that would be sustainable and could withstand political upheaval.
In an act of obedience, 2004 was the beginning of what Jim would eventually call “Water for Good.” There are many challenges to getting fresh water to remote villages and getting a well drilled is only the first step. Jim knew the well pumps would inevitably break and the village would be right back where it started: without safe drinking water. He knew sustainability was key to the success of any well, so along with the Drilling Team, Jim also created a Maintenance Team.
Now, almost a million Central Africans are drinking water from these wells every day. People are staying healthy, generating more income, and making a difference in their communities —for good.
Meet our team
Learn more about the Water for Good Team and the Board of Directors
Radio Water For Good
In the Central African Republic, you don’t have access to a television or newspapers, but you do have a shortwave radio.
Known as “the people’s radio station,” we operate a shortwave and FM radio station, broadcasting local information in the local language. With the lack of television and mail service, radio is the most efficient way to reach those living in the CAR.
There are an estimated 100,000 listeners each day, listening to broadcasts about:
– weather updates
– public health initiatives
– hygiene lessons
– national news coverage
– the love of Jesus
Fun fact! Our most popular program, Bon Weekend, allows people to call in and greet others across the country!
