Locally made ceramic filters and clean water initiatives for climate-impacted communities.
The Dominican Republic faces ongoing water challenges made worse by hurricanes, droughts, and the impacts of climate change. Storms often contaminate water systems, while limited resources and high demand from farming, tourism, and cities leave communities struggling to access safe water.
Wine To Water’s work in the Dominican Republic grew out of the response to the 2010 earthquake in the neighboring country, Haiti, when we realized that communities here, too, were struggling with access to safe water and long-term solutions were needed.
With reliable access to safe water, families stay healthier, children can focus on school, and women are free to take on new roles that strengthen their communities.
Lives Impacted.
Ceramic Filters
Rain Water Harvesting Systems Installed
Schools Partnered
We provide access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene education in under-resourced communities. Our team works closely with community leaders to ensure solutions are sustainable, culturally appropriate, and led by community needs.
Rainwater is collected from rooftops and stored in tanks before being filtered to make it safe for drinking. This system reduces dependence on unreliable water sources and alleviates the family's financial burden from purchasing bottled water.
A local factory produces and distributes free ceramic water filters to provide clean drinking water in areas without reliable access. Made locally, our filters are sustainable, and easy to use at home.
Located in Higuerito Moca of the Dominican Republic, our ceramic filter factory produces durable water filters using colloidal silver and locally sourced clay and sawdust.
After shaping and firing in a kiln, each filter features microscopic pores from burned-out sawdust that trap particles, while the silver helps neutralize harmful bacteria.
One filter delivers ~20‑30 liters of water per day, lasting up to five years in homes; removing bacteria, parasites, and impurities that cause waterborne disease, making water clear and safe to drink!
Community lies at the core of everything we do. Our team is proudly led by dedicated Dominicans who bring firsthand knowledge of the challenges, cultures, and resilience within their own communities.
We believe meaningful change begins with local leadership, this is why our programs are guided by those who live and work in the very areas we serve.
Country Director
Master Ceramicist
Factory Technician
Program Coordinator
Program Assistant
Program Coordinator
Program Development
Finance Coordinator
Program Assistant
If you or your community are interested in partnering with WTW in the Dominican Republic, please contact us at republicadominicana@winetowater.org to learn more about our current projects and opportunities for collaboration.
