The Journey | Water Survival Box

The transport route - From donation to first aid

On-the-Ground Local Distribution

Once the boxes arrive in the destination country, local infrastructure challenges require specialized local transport strategies:

Ground Partner Networks: The project partners with active international and local NGOs—including the Red Cross, Medair, World Vision, and the High Atlas Foundation—to take legal responsibility for the cargo upon arrival.

Last-Mile All-Terrain Transport: Local distribution teams frequently utilize off-road 4x4 vehicles, charity trucks, or regional transport options to navigate extreme terrain, such as mudslides, floods, and damaged mountain routes.

Centralised Distribution Points: When infrastructure completely collapses and individual home deliveries are impossible, local councils and volunteers organize centralized distribution hubs where families gather to receive the boxes and undergo mandatory deployment training.

Would you like to know how to volunteer for a box packing session at our depot, or are you looking for information on how to make a financial donation to fund transport costs?

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 - From a red to the Water Survival Box

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.