Updates
We did it! Thanks to our generous supporters - who fundraised in our name, crewed our Austin Marathon water stop, and donated to our campaign - we were able to meet our $10,000 goal for the Austin Marathon Gives Moody matching grant.
We couldn’t have done it without you! As they say in Burundi: Murakoze! Thank You!
One of our newest supporters, Jorge Matamoros, is taking part in the Austin Marathon Gives program this year, raising funds by giving miles – and water – to those that need it most in Burundi. Jorge is a first-generation American from El Paso, Texas and is running his first marathon this month. He calls the Gazelle Foundation an “easy choice” to support.
Our Board Members are amazing! For over a decade, they have committed whole-heartedly to providing access to clean water for the people of Burundi. We want you to get to know the people who make the mission possible.
Michael Madison serves as Treasurer of our Board and has been involved with the Gazelle Foundation from day one. Michael has made numerous trips to Burundi
Explore Burundi is our series featuring cultural information and insights into the place where we work, and where you help us bring hope to so many.
Bujumbura is the largest city, main port of Burundi, and former capital. Largely frozen in time due to more than a decade of conflict, there has been very little development within the city.
As the new year begins, we have been reflecting on the challenges of the past year as well as the accomplishments.
This year we had the privilege of bringing clean water – and hope – to nearly 5,000 people in four communities. Most of all, we feel extremely grateful to our supporters for making this work possible.
2021 System Highlights
2021 was the first year in which gender inclusivity was addressed, and a non-binary gender category was added to the Run For The Water event registration page. The value of inclusivity and representation aligns with the Foundation’s value to equitably provide clean water to all, healing divisions and building common ground. Learn more and read the article published in
Join Our Volunteer Crew
Help pass out water at Austin Marathon on Sunday, Feb 20, 2022, 6:30am - 11am. Your participation helps the Gazelle Foundation qualify for a $10,000 matching grant from the Moody Foundation. That's right, you GIVE WATER in Austin = GIVE WATER in Burundi! Great opportunity for service hours — all volunteers receive a Gazelle Foundation T-shirt!
“ Life Is Paralyzed” - Daily Life At Rubanga School, Part 3
Rubanga School is a secondary school in rural Matana Colline, Burundi. The 900 boarding students, plus the faculty and staff who support them, must make a two-mile round trip to fetch unclean water for daily use. The lack of clean water affects every aspect of school life, every single day.
“ Life Is Paralyzed” - Daily Life At Rubanga School, Part 2
Rubanga School is a secondary school in rural Matana Colline, Burundi. The 900 boarding students, plus the faculty and staff who support them, must make a two-mile round trip to fetch unclean water for daily use. The lack of clean water affects every aspect of school life, every single day.
