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As we celebrate 10 years of Zoe Ministries, we're looking ahead to what God has in store for the next decade. This year alone, our team repaired 210 broken wells, bringing clean water to 123,000 people, while continuing to restore families and share the hope of Christ. Now, we're inviting you to be part of our biggest step forward yet: purchasing our very own clean water drilling rig. This investment will allow us to reach more communities across East Africa, cut drilling costs in half, and build a more sustainable future. Your year-end gift will help us go further, reach more people, and bring lasting restoration for generations to come.
the rig that will carry clean water deeper into East Africa.
We go further.
With our own rig, we are no longer limited to where a contractor is willing to go. We can head into the unreached communities of Kenya and Uganda, the villages that have waited the longest because no one else would make the journey.
We spend half as much.
Owning our rig cuts our drilling costs in half. That means the same gift reaches twice as many people. Every dollar that once went to outside contractors goes back into bringing clean water to more families.
We build something that lasts.
Ziggy isn’t only a tool for our own projects. Other organizations will be able to hire Zoe to drill, and the income from that work will help sustain our water ministry for years to come. Instead of depending on donations alone to keep reaching new communities, we’ll be growing a ministry that can support itself.
drilled per yer
reached with clean water per year
Why name a drilling rig?
Because we believe something as exciting as bringing clean water to entire communities deserves a name that's just as memorable.
We wanted a name that was fun, full of personality, and easy to remember. One that children in Kenya and supporters here at home could get excited about.
And while Ziggy the Zoe Rig might have a playful name, he has a big job ahead of him.
Ziggy is going deep so communities can grow strong.
And we can't wait for you to follow along on his adventures!
Right now, your gift goes twice as far. A generous donor has offered a $100,000 matching gift, available through December 31.
Imagine walking for fifteen hours. Not a hike for fun, but a journey on foot, across rough terrain, carrying nothing but a Bible and a burden for his people.
Pastor Musa makes that walk every single month.
When I sat down with Musa this September, he told me about that journey himself. He leaves his home in the tiny village of Kamorinyang in Uganda’s Karamoja region and makes the day-and-a-half journey on foot to reach our pastor center. Fifteen hours of walking there, and the same back.
Why? Because Musa wants his community to know Jesus, and he knows he can’t shepherd them well without being strengthened, trained and encouraged himself.
I asked him what fills his mind during all those hours. He didn’t hesitate. “I think about wanting to know the truth of the Gospel so my village can too.”
But Musa’s story didn’t begin with a sermon. It began with a well.
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Teresa is a mom who left home for Nairobi to find work and support her children. In 2018, her three children were rescued from abuse and placed in Zoe’s care, and she had lost all contact with them. Years later, our team found her, slowly reintroduced the children to their mom, and trained her in skills to earn an income. In 2023, they moved home to her for good. Today, her children are thriving in school, and Teresa runs her own business.
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wells were repaired
people were impacted
by clean water
people accepeted christ and were baptised
“As the owner of a plumbing company, I understand how important water is and how meeting such a basic need can open so many doors. That’s one of the things I love about Zoe Ministries.
They’re not just providing clean water, they’re using it as an opportunity to share the Gospel.
When Elizabeth and I choose where to give, being Gospel-centered is our first priority. We’ve seen the Lord at work through Zoe, and Taylor’s vision, passion, and shepherd’s heart give us confidence in where our giving is going. It’s a ministry that feels personal and close-knit while making an incredible impact in so many lives."
"We truly believe God’s hand is on this ministry, and we’re grateful to be part of what He’s doing.”
- Patton & Elizabeth Ford
Make your year-end gift today online or by mailing to P.O. Box 2029 Cleveland, MS 38732 by December 31.
All donations are tax deductible.
Your gift will:
- provide direct care to orphan and vulnerable children
- equip vulnerable families with tools for long-term strength
- continue our work of family restoration and reunification for orphaned children
- strengthen and scale our counseling services with a new second site to serve even more families and children
Your gift will:
- provide equipment, parts, and fuel to continue repairing and rehabilitating broken wells
- grow our team to reach more communities in Kenya & Uganda
- establish and equip our new water hub as the central base for all water operations
- provide clean water accessibility to communities who currently lack access
