Parihuaca and Jiniapa Communities Fundraiser - Connecting Hearts with Global Brigades Chapter

End Date: Mar 6, 2026 12:00 AM

Support Life-Changing Projects in Rural Honduras

We're raising funds to support two impactful public health and infrastructure projects in rural Honduran communities, Parihuaca and Jiniapa. Your support will help bring clean water and safe cooking infrastructure to families in need, improving health, dignity, and opportunity for hundreds of individuals.



Project 1: Clean Drinking Water System

Community: Parihuaca

Municipality: Nacaome | Department: Valle

Population: 120 people | Homes Impacted: 24



Community Overview:

Parihuaca is a rural community located in the municipality of Nacaome, in the department of Valle, southwestern Honduras. Settled amid agricultural zones, Parihuaca’s community members primarily engage in agriculture, skilled trades, and the cultivation of essential grains such as corn and beans. However, the community faces significant economic challenges, as there are no stable sources of employment locally. As a result, many families are forced to migrate to other parts of the country, particularly to Tegucigalpa, Nacaome or Choluteca, in search of work opportunities.



The homes in the community are typically constructed from traditional materials like adobe and wood, reflecting both local resources and longstanding building practices. Educational opportunities within the community are limited to a primary school, and for students wishing to pursue secondary or higher education, travel to neighbouring communities or even the departmental capital is necessary. Access to basic services is also limited. The community does not have access to electricity nor a formal water system and only recently formed a water committee, which has yet to be trained. The only existing water source is a well that was drilled two years ago, which does not sufficiently meet the needs of all residents.



Community members have also highlighted several pressing needs, besides the development of a much-needed sustainable water system; they need to improve access to medical services and infrastructural support to enhance transportation and mobility in and out of the community, given that in winter, the only access they have to other communities is by boat. These priorities reflect the residents' ongoing efforts to improve their overall quality of life and expand opportunities for future generations.



Project:

This project will provide clean water directly to the homes of 24 families in the community of Parihuaca. The design is a mixed well/pump and gravity-based system. We will first install an electro-submersible pump at the well site with a capacity of 3 Horsepower with an electrical generator of 8.2 kW to power the pump. This pump will be connected with piping up to a 5,000-gallon storage tank at a higher elevation. Water will then be fed by gravity from the storage tank down to the households in the community through distribution piping. The project brings sufficient, high quality, high-quality water directly to homes in the community. The impact will be felt especially for women and children, who currently spend hours in the morning and evenings manually collecting and carrying water from the well.



During the three months timeline for executing this project, the WASH Council and its supporting committees will be trained in topics such as: leadership, gender equality, management, water quality, sustainability fee, laws and regulations of the Honduran water sector, operation, maintenance, water meters and governance of their water system.



Project 2: In-Home Eco-Stove Construction

Community: Jiniapa

Municipality: Cedros | Department: Francisco Morazán

Population: 214 people | Homes Impacted: 25



Community Overview:

Jiniapa is a rural community located in the municipality of Cedros, in the department of Francisco Morazán, Honduras. The homes in Jiniapa are typically constructed from a mix of adobe, mud, wood, and cement blocks. Most families earn a living through agriculture, raising livestock, and creating handcrafted goods. While children in the community do have access to both primary and secondary education, infrastructure is limited, and there is only one classroom currently serving around 50 children of various ages and grade levels. This overcrowding has led the community to express an important need for the construction of additional classrooms to ensure students receive an adequate and effective education.



Healthcare access within Jiniapa is also limited. There is no health centre within the community itself, so residents must travel to the nearby community of El Guante, which is 15 km away from the community, to receive medical care. Children in Jiniapa commonly suffer from illnesses such as colds, diarrhoea, and ear infections, while among adults, diarrhoea and high blood pressure. These reported health issues are often linked to the community’s inadequate access to clean water, sanitation, and in-home public health infrastructure. Specifically, respiratory issues can be caused by or exacerbated due to the use of an open fire stove and/or lack of a chimney in the kitchen.



Currently, Jiniapa does not have a functioning water system. Community members carry water from one public well or one of two private wells available in the community. Those who use the private wells have to pay a monthly fee of 50 lempiras. While some houses in the community do have latrines, many are in poor condition and need repair or replacement to ensure safe sanitation. At present, efforts to build a new water system that will eventually provide consistent and clean water access to all households, are underway. The well has been gaged yielding above 70 gpm and the water quality has been certified as clean to national and international health standards The next steps are to build a storage tank and install a new pump to propel water to the households in the community.



Access to healthcare services, the construction of a reliable water system and in-home public health infrastructure, including eco-stoves, and investment in educational infrastructure, as described above, are the most important needs the community wants to tackle.



Project:

This project will provide eco-stoves to 25 families in Jiniapa that currently lack safe, functional cooking infrastructure in their homes. Eco-stoves are built with “rocket stove” technology to provide increased and balanced heat for the cooking surface. The properly installed chimney draws smoke and other pollutants outside of the home to reduce inhalation and potential pulmonary illness. The eco-stove design provides an up to 75% reduction in daily wood used, saving families both time and money for gathering wood, and also decreases environmental impact.



How You Can Help

Every dollar counts in helping us reach our goal and support these two communities in building healthier, more sustainable futures. Your donation will directly support:



- Construction materials and labor

- Water system equipment and generator

- Eco-stove materials and tools

- Training and capacity-building for local committees



Donate today and be a part of creating a lasting and sustainable impact for families in Honduras.



Take a look at our Parihuaca and Jiniapa communities as well as some project examples for reference.