A rainwater harvesting system: a volunteer-led effort in Gwagwalada

For five years the neighborhood has asked for a rainwater harvesting system. This year a group of 20 volunteers, including a retired civil engineer, decided to stop waiting. The council has given permission for the Union vacant lot, but no funding. We have received donated a pump, and the remaining cost is $350. It will serve about 354 people, including local farmers and market traders. We'll hold a build day in October and everyone is invited. We're a small team, and every dollar will be spent in the open - I'll post receipts and progress photos. All purchases will be made by two volunteers and logged publicly. Surplus funds will go to maintenance. Where the $350 goes: • Materials: $200 • Permits and inspections: $40 • Safety equipment and signage: $60 • Tools hire and delivery: $50 Every share and every dollar helps.