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

For five years the neighborhood has asked for a rainwater harvesting system. This year a group of 25 volunteers, including a retired civil engineer, decided to stop waiting. The council has given permission for Jacaranda Primary School, but no funding. We have received donated paint, and the remaining cost is $450. It will serve about 150 people, including elderly neighbors living alone. We'll hold a build day in November 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 $450 goes: • Materials: $240 • Permits and inspections: $60 • Safety equipment and signage: $40 • Tools hire and delivery: $110 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.