Our WASH Champions

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Rotary Melbourne's mission to uplift underserved rural communities is grounded in a simple yet profound principle: "connection towards sustainability." Our life-changing international WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) initiatives have expanded to include healthcare, literacy, and livelihood programs, improving the lives of thousands in the Philippines and beyond.

With strong partnerships - NGOs, local governments, and grassroots associations - Rotary Melbourne ensures that our projects are not just impactful, but built to last. Even when disaster strikes, such as the frequent cyclones during the construction phase, the team remains undeterred in its efforts to rebuild and uplift.

Read more about our recent achievements, with three more transformative projects slated for completion by the first quarter of 2025.

San Mateo Clean Water For Life

Launched in October 2024, our San Mateo Clean Water for Life project - partnering with the Rotary Club of Greater Marikina Valley (Philippines) and Rotary Australia World Community Service - delivers safe drinking water and a WASH hygiene station at Jose F. Diaz Memorial National High School.

Magiskap Quezon Village Clean Water Distribution System

Amid widespread devastation and a dire water crisis in Magsikap Quezon, Rotary Melbourne and Greater Marikina Valley launched a transformative project. We installed a water distribution system for over 2,000 households and key community sites, while also introducing sustainable crop programs, offering immediate relief and long-term hope for the village's future.

Bacnotan La Union Water Filtration Project

In 2021, Baroro Bacnotan’s once clean water turned toxic, sparking a health crisis. Rotary Melbourne swooped in with lifesaving Skyhydrant filters. Backed by the local government and sweat equity from villagers, the project delivered clean water, storage, and sustainability, saving lives and restoring hope in rural communities..

Lubang Island Immunisation Van

In April 2021, Rotary Melbourne and Lubang Island launched a Medical Mitigation Program in COVID-hit Occidental Mindoro. A mobile healthcare van for testing and vaccinations, paired with a handwashing station and water tank, brought critical care to remote areas, showcasing global collaboration in supporting the island's pandemic response.

Agkawayan Hygiene Heroes

A gamechanging new WASH project at Agkawayan Elementary School in the Philippines, brings vital toilets and wash stations to boost hygiene and health. With strong community support, this initiative of Rotary Melbourne and the Rotary Club of Lubang Island transforms lives and protects children from disease in Agkawayan.

Read more about Agkawayan Project

Road To Tabuk Water Pipeline

In a transformative relief effort, six villages and three schools in Tabuk, Kalinga, Philippines, received vital water systems, sanitation facilities, and hygiene training, benefiting over 6,800 residents and students. Amidst a typhoon's devastation, Rotary Melbourne swiftly responded, delivering medical supplies, personal care, and seeds for sustainable farming, bringing hope and long-term resilience.