A sold-out crowd gathered at Hotel ZaZa on Saturday evening, February 28, 2026, for a powerful night of celebration and impact, raising support to bring clean water to more communities in Burundi.
Guests began the evening with an immersive, eye-opening water walk simulation, offering a glimpse into the daily journey many take to collect water. That shared experience set the tone for the night, which continued with dinner, dancing, a lively auction, and a photo booth to capture the moment.
The smiles tell the story of a community coming together to build clean water systems that transform daily life in Burundi.
World Water Day: Then, Now, and the Work Still Ahead in Burundi
This World Water Day, we reflect on the journey of bringing clean water to Burundi—from the early struggles to the progress made today.
Because of you, communities in Burundi are no longer walking miles for unsafe water. Children are in school. Families are healthier. Hope is flowing.
Today, we’re proud to share our 2025 Impact Report — a look at what your generosity made possible.
See an interactive map of all the sustainable water systems we have built in partnership with communities across rural Burundi. We started in the Bururi Province and intend to expand as water systems are completed.
We are pleased to announce that construction on the Musinzira-Mahwa water system kicked off on February 9, 2026. The system was made possible by the generosity of donors like you.
This water system marks a new beginning for this rural community by delivering permanent and close access to clean water. Currently there is no clean water located nearby, which means community members walk several miles away to fetch water that is contaminated.
Construction on the Kabuki-Mwurire water system is complete.
We are pleased to announce that construction on the Kabuki-Mwurire water system #69 began on February 1, 2024 and was completed 1 week early. It serves 1,400 people, including 150 members of the Mwurire Anglican Church.
The water system was made possible through a generous donation from Alvin Chee in honor of his parents Bill and Dorothy Chee.
Thanks to our 2023 AMAZI for Burundi donors, construction on the Kiriza-Gisisye Extension water system began on December 18, 2023. Our sustaining donor community is named for its purpose; Amazi means water in Kirundi, the local language.
The system was completed on February 7, 2024.
Join us for this year’s Spring For The Water Gala Fundraiser. Our annual springtime event celebrates and supports our mission to bring clean water to the people of Burundi. One village at a time.
Taking place February 23, 3034, at W Hotel. Space is limited, we fully expect this year’s event to sell out. For Tickets, tables, and more
Burundi and Austin celebrate winter holidays in different but meaningful ways. Gazelle Co-Founder Gilbert Tuhabonye shares what it was like to celebrate Christmas and New Year’s growing up in Burundi. Learn about how winter holidays are celebrated in Burundi and Austin and learn how Texans can get involved to make clean water accessible for more Burundian communities.
This year our supporters have been a part of something truly transformative: bringing clean water — health, education, income - to four communities in Burundi. It brings us, 6,500 people closer to achieving our goal of providing every person in Burundi with clean water, the highest quality of life, and hope within reach.
Thank you for making the 17th annual 2023 Run For The Water 5K, 10-miler, and Kids K a tremendous success. The race was held November 5, 2023, in Austin, Texas, and runners and walkers took to the streets to spread awareness for the life-changing difference that clean water makes for communities in rural Burundi, East Africa. The race benefits the Gazelle Foundation, a charity co-founded by Award-winning Runner Gilbert Tuhabonye, to spread peace and hope through clean water.
