A Community Funded Aqueduct Project in San Gerardo De Rivas
Agua Para Todos is an initiative created by the local aqueduct committee, that wants to create a new aqueduct so the local population have enough water for consumption
Over a 300 people in San Gerardo, have no access to potable drinking water
Why is This Project so Important?
Currently, 45 homes in San Gerardo de Rivas do not have a source of safe or adequate drinking water. Additionally the current source of the spring is endangered due to deforestation. Even for those who use the current aqueduct, the water frequently runs out and there is no way to add any additional homes to the line.
This project is focused on relocating the source of the spring within the Talamanca Nature Reserve which will be a plentiful and protected water source for generations to come. From there, 4.5km of aqueduct will be built along Calle La Chispa serving the San Gerardo Community.
The longterm vision is that this project will be the beginning of several phases of projects that will provide adequate water to each of the towns below including Canaan, Los Angeles and Chimirol.
Project Costs
Aqueduct Materials
32 500 000 Colones
Piping, water tanks, backhoe, etc.
Labor
5 000 000 Colones
Festival Costs
4 500 000 Colones
Permits, food, shirts, merchandise.
Marketing
3 000 000 Colones
Website, communication, strategy, etc.
Total Cost
45 000 000 Colones
August Fundraising Festival Aug 24-25
Join us for a two-day fun-filled festival to raise funds for Agua Para Todos and celebrate the 49th anniversary of Chirripó National Park.
Enjoy a variety of activities that include sports, children’s games, bingo, live music, and a special concert with Pimienta Negra.
Participate in unique events organized by SINAC, making this festival a memorable occasion for the whole family.
Don’t miss the excitement and the opportunity to support a great cause!
About San Gerardo
Located at the foot of Central America’s tallest peak, the mountain village of San Gerardo offers a natural escape into Costa Rica’s interior. Our community takes immense pride in preserving the area’s landscapes and fresh mountain air that have attracted visitors for generations.
Every aspect of San Gerardo is infused with a spirit of environmental stewardship and authentic hospitality. Explore a destination unspoiled by over-development, where verdant cloud forests, rushing rivers, and vibrant wildlife surround you.
Donate
Your donations will help us achieve our goal of having a supply of clean drinking water for the whole community of San Gerardo. There are many ways in which you can help, find out more by clicking on the button below.
