Oxi Fresh’s Commitment to Water.org
Oxi Fresh Supports Global Safe Water and Sanitation Initiatives
For many of us, turning on a faucet or flushing a toilet is so normal we don’t even think about it. But for millions of people worldwide, access to safe water and sanitation remains an urgent crisis. Today, an estimated 2.2 billion people—or 1 in 4—lack access to safe water, while 3.5 billion—or 2 in 5—live without reliable sanitation.
The consequences are severe. Every year, more than one million people die from their lack of access to safe water and sanitation. Even more heartbreaking, a child dies every two minutes from a water-borne illness.
Beyond the overarching health impacts, the Global Water Crisis disproportionately affects women and girls. In many communities, they bear the responsibility of collecting water, spending 200 million hours every single day retrieving water for their families. This precious time could otherwise be used for education, work, or caring for loved ones.
Water.org: Transforming Lives with Safe Water
Founded in 2009 with roots dating back to 1990, Water.org is leading the charge in the fight for safe water and sanitation. Operating in fifteen countries and four continents, they’ve already helped over 73 million people gain access to safe water and sanitation—including 9.7 million people in the last year alone.
Water.org’s approach is both practical and empowering. A small financial hurdle often stands between families in need and sustainable water and sanitation solutions. With funding from donors like Oxi Fresh, Water.org partners with local financial institutions to facilitate affordable micro-loans that allow individuals to invest in long-term water infrastructure, like in-home taps and toilets.
Here are a few additional facts and figures about Water.org’s incredible program:
- The average loan size is just $401, making a lasting impact at a relatively low cost.
- Loans have an impressive 98% repayment rate, proving their effectiveness.
- 90% of loans go to women, helping to shift the burden of water collection and empower female borrowers.
Through this innovative model, Water.org enables people to build better futures—without having to rely on ongoing aid.
Oxi Fresh: Water Conservation in Action
At Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning, the business is built around sustainability. Oxi Fresh’s low-moisture carpet cleaning system uses 95% less water than a typical steam cleaning, leading to massive water savings every year. Since water conservation and sustainable, responsible business are at the heart of what Oxi Fresh does, working with Water.org was a natural fit.
Since 2015, Oxi Fresh has proudly supported Water.org’s mission with regular donations. Every time a customer books a cleaning online, Oxi Fresh donates to this vital cause. In 2024 alone, Oxi Fresh contributed $38,924 to support their life-changing work. That brings Oxi Fresh’s total contributions to date to an astounding $314,472.
Jonathan Barnett, Oxi Fresh’s Founder and CEO, reflected on the brand’s ongoing impact:
“Today, about 85% of Water.org’s loans go to households earning less than $6.85 a day. Knowing that Oxi Fresh is helping these families escape the burden of unsafe water and poor sanitation is incredibly rewarding. Our business isn’t just about cleaning carpets—it’s about making a real difference in the world.”
Join Oxi Fresh in Changing Lives
By scheduling your next Oxi Fresh cleaning online, you’re not just getting a great carpet or upholstery cleaning—you’re contributing to a cause that’s improving millions of lives on an international scale.
Want to do more to support safe water and sanitation initiatives? Consider:
- Donating directly to Water.org.
- Sharing this article on social media to help spread awareness.
- Hosting a fundraiser to amplify your impact.
If you’d like to learn more about the impact of Water.org’s life-changing work, you can continue reading about their programs here.
*The facts, figures, and photo utilized in this article were provided by Water.org.
