Water Survival Box

Aid Where it's Needed

Covering Countries in: Asia; Africa; Caribbean; Central America; Europe; Far East; Middle East, South East Asia, and South America

Running the Numbers

Water Survival Boxes

Family Water Filters

Solar Lamps

Covering Countries in: Asia; Africa; Caribbean; Central America; Europe; Far East; Middle East, South East Asia, and South America

Latest Aid Update 2026

Ukraine

Madagascar

Honduras

Director of Operations

Tony Quinn

Aid by Countries

Ukraine

South Africa

Comoros Islands

Turks & Caicos

Honduras

Syria

Tiawan

Burkina Faso

Bandgladesh

Sri Lanka

Zimbabwe

Maden

Guatemala

Padang

Ecudador

Kenya

Chile

Morocco

Madagascar

Jamaica

Uganda

Nepal

India

Myanmar

Japan

Mali

Bolivia

Puerto Rico

Haiti

Somalia

Yeman

Pakistan

Chad

Philippines

Kashmir

Colombia

Assam

Serbia

Argentina

Bahamas

Lebanon

Mazambique

View Timeline of Aid Consigments

The Journey

01 - A catastrophe strikes
The online humanitarian alert portals GDACS and RELIEFWEB provide hourly updates on natural disasters and crises. WSB UK reviews these reports for disasters impacting people's water supplies and then forwards the appeal for humanitarian aid to its network.

02 - The ball starts rolling.

In cooperation with our international partners, we are beginning to plan a comprehensive aid operation.

03 - At the Warehouse.

Volunteer helpers fill the Water Survival Box using a checklist. At the same time, the shortest and most feasible route to the crisis area is evaluated.

04 - The journey begins

The boxes leave the depot in England securely sealed and accompanied by the necessary customs and shipping documents.

05 - Arrival of the boxes in the destination country

After customs and security checks have been completed, the shipment will be released for further distribution to the crisis areas.

06 - Local aid organizations take over

Onward transport is handled by our local partners, who are familiar with local conditions and ensure the fastest possible distribution. Through training and videos, local aid organizations receive all the necessary information about each item in the box and the correct use of the water filter.

07 - Arrival in the crisis region

Once the boxes arrive in the crisis region, they are taken over by local organizations and safely stored until distribution.

08 - Selection of beneficiaries

The selection of beneficiaries is based on standardized criteria. For example, preference is given to single individuals, mothers with children, and families with dependents requiring care. The extent of the damage suffered by a particular family also determines whether they receive a Water Survival Box.

09 - Distribution and introduction to handling

Wherever possible, the boxes will be personally handed over to the beneficiaries. The handover includes an introduction to the use of the water filter, tools, and hygiene products.

10 - Your donation saves lives

Following the distribution of the Water Survival Boxes, we receive detailed reports from our local partners on the ground. Those affected share their experiences of hardship and moments of joy, and beneficiaries recount how the box helped them. This provides us with valuable feedback, allowing us to continuously adapt the Water Survival Box to the evolving needs of disaster victims.

Transportation Methods: Primary methods involve airlifting for speed, along with international cargo shipping to get aid to impacted areas.

Distribution Partners: The charity works with partners such as Red Cross, Medair, and Airlink to ensure swift transit and customs clearance.

Logistics Facilitation: Companies like Parker Transport have assisted in moving shipments, ensuring aid reaches locations like Poland for Ukraine relief.

Prepositioning: To improve response times, boxes are pre-positioned in high-risk areas.