Seattle, WA – November 11, 2024 – Splash, a nonprofit dedicated to providing clean water, sanitation, hygiene, and menstrual health solutions (WASH-M) to children in urban areas around the world, proudly announces the acceptance of its first-ever cryptocurrency donation. This groundbreaking donation was made by a Splash board member who has stepped forward to support the organization through this innovative giving platform. This contribution underscores Splash's commitment to embracing new technologies and offering diverse ways for donors to engage with the organization.

In addition to this generous contribution, The Giving Block, an online platform that has made accepting cryptocurrency possible for Splash and its donors, has set up a challenge match of $1,000 for early crypto gifts.

By accepting cryptocurrency donations, Splash joins a growing number of nonprofits that are adapting to the evolving landscape of philanthropy in general and cryptophilanthropy in particular. Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and others have emerged as modern and efficient ways for donors to make a meaningful impact. The acceptance of this donation represents a significant step forward in Splash’s mission to complete WASH-M projects in vulnerable communities, including the organization's ongoing efforts to reach 38 schools in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, by the end of 2024.

“Splash is thrilled to offer our donors another way to support our important work, especially as we embark on the newest phase of Project WISE, serving more children in even more countries,” according to Katrina Straker, Splash’s Chief Development Officer.

About the donation process, the donor said, “it took literally seconds, as it should, and the only fee on my side was an $0.18 transaction.”

This donation will aid in providing sustainable WASH resources to over 41,000 children in Ethiopia and help Splash continue its work in transforming schools with accessible clean water and improved sanitation facilities.

Splash is now fully equipped to accept donations in several cryptocurrencies, allowing new and existing supporters to engage with the cause in flexible ways that align with their personal giving preferences.

To make a cryptocurrency donation to Splash, please visit www.splash.org/donate/crypto.

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About Splash

Splash is at the forefront of a growing movement to ensure that children in urban poverty have the resources they need to thrive and realize their full potential. We design and implement child-focused water, sanitation, hygiene (WASH), and menstrual health solutions with governments in some of the world’s biggest cities. And then we get out of the way: our goal is to demonstrate that our model works, build local capacity, and transition management to local organizations and governments. Founded in 2007, Splash has worked in eight countries and serves more than one million kids worldwide every day.

Media Contact:

Lily Young, Senior Marketing and Communications Manager
lily@splash.org