Theory of Change

From Inputs to Outcomes.

A rigorous framework connecting our resources, activities, and measurable results—tracking how safe water access transforms communities.

Our Approach

Partnering with Utilities, Not Competing

At Drinkwell, we believe in partnering directly with water utilities and co-creating service delivery models through private sector participation. Rather than building parallel, philanthropically-driven systems that compete against utilities and lack alignment with long-term water security plans, we integrate with existing infrastructure to create sustainable, scalable impact.

Parallel Systems

  • Compete with public utilities
  • Dependent on ongoing philanthropy
  • Misaligned with national water plans
  • Limited scalability

Utility Partnership

  • Co-create with public utilities
  • Cost-sharing models
  • Aligned with water security goals
  • Built for scale

Measurable Impact

How we translate resources into lasting community impact through a structured pathway of activities, outputs, and outcomes.

Inputs

Trained staff & operators
Water ATM infrastructure
HIX-Nano™ technology
Partner funding

Activities

Site selection & analysis
System deployment
Operator training
Community outreach

Outputs

Systems deployed
Jobs created
Liters dispensed
Active users

Short-term Outcomes

Behavior change
Customer retention
CO₂ reduction

Long-term Outcomes

Reduced disease
Child development
Economic gains

Output Metrics

Tangible, measurable results from our water treatment and distribution activities.

700+
Systems Deployed
Infrastructure
100+
Jobs Created
Employment
2.5B+
Liters Dispensed
Safe Water
3M+
People Served
Reach

Outcome Pathways

How our outputs translate into meaningful change across different time horizons.

Short-Term (0-6 months)

Behavior Change

Households shift from unsafe water sources to treated water following awareness campaigns and system availability.

Measuring household conversion
Mid-Term (6-24 months)

Sustained Adoption

Customers maintain consistent usage of safe water services, demonstrating lasting behavior change and system trust.

Tracking customer retention
Long-Term (2+ years)

Health Impact

Measurable reduction in waterborne disease incidence among households with sustained access to safe drinking water.

Monitoring health outcomes
Climate Co-Benefits

Environmental Impact

When communities access safe water, they no longer need to boil contaminated water—reducing fuel consumption and carbon emissions.

90%
Water Recovery Rate
95%
Waste Reduction vs. RO
CO₂
Saved from Reduced Boiling

SDG Alignment

Our work directly contributes to United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

3

Good Health & Well-being

Reducing waterborne disease and chronic toxin exposure

6

Clean Water & Sanitation

Expanding access to safe, affordable drinking water

8

Decent Work & Growth

Creating local jobs through water enterprise model

13

Climate Action

Building climate-resilient water infrastructure

Partner for Impact

Join us in scaling safe water access. We work with development agencies, foundations, and corporations committed to measurable outcomes.

Explore Partnerships