What We Know
Over many years of work and observation, we have found our technologies work best if individual families can be taught to drill and then make and maintain their own pumps and wells. Once taught, they form what we call a “Well Club” and this enables them to join and teach other families the same, while helping with well maintenance over time.
How it Works
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Upon arrival in a new area, it is essential to assess local conditions and identify any necessary adjustments. This process often involves careful observation and ongoing refinement, which can take a year or more. During this time, teams consistently follow up on pump performance while drilling and monitoring dozens of wells. In some cases, this may require installing commercial heavy-duty pumps initially, alongside testing and evaluating low-cost pump prototypes—though the approach varies depending on the specific context.
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Once the drilling techniques have been refined and the pumps have proven effective, Well Clubs can be established. This effort typically requires a dedicated, full-time promoter with the necessary resources and transportation to initiate and support the development of community-based water clubs that help with ongoing maintenance as needed.
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Well club leaders are strongly encouraged to continue expanding and training new leaders in order to reach more families in need through incarnational ministry and well club formations.
