CLEAN WATER IS LIFE More than 800 children under the age of 5 die every day from diarrhea caused by contaminated water, poor sanitation, and improper hygiene. Furthermore, the average distance many women and children in the developing world walk for water is 6K (3.7mi). But we believe the global water and sanitation crisis can be solved within our lifetimes. $50 provides clean water to one person in need. Since 2011, World Vision has helped establish lasting access to clean water for 34.4 million people, improved sanitation for 27.7 million, and supported hygiene behavior change for 42.7 million, all with your support through programs like the Team World Vision marathon and half marathon.