GF Walk for Water

Moving water - making impact

Our cause

  • 2.1 billion people still lack access to safe drinking water.
  • In many regions, women and children walk up more than 3 km daily, carrying 20 liters of water. 
  • As of mid-2025, just 13% of the UN’s revised humanitarian aid appeal, which includes water and sanitation, has been funded.
  •  Just USD 50 can bring safe water to one person (Data by Water Mission).

Our motivation

As an aspiring leader in flow solutions, GF is guided by the principle of “Excellence in Flow,” which influences all activities, including the work of the foundation. By championing responsible water management and supporting innovative engineering solutions, GF underscores its responsibility for water as a fundamental resource.

Our vision extends beyond business success to fostering a positive global footprint. The GF Walk for Water connects our corporate values with real-world action, supporting safe and accessible water for communities in need. By participating, GF employees contribute to life-changing projects, highlighting our shared dedication to sustainability and humanitarian values.

Together, we act as One GF, united across borders and roles, in the fight against the global water crisis. 

Our action

At GF, we believe that access to safe water is not a privilege, but a basic human right. In many regions, people, primarily women and children, walk up to six kilometers daily, carrying 20 liters of water, just to meet their basic needs. 

Participants, including GF employees and partners, walk a designated distance while carrying a bucket, symbolizing the long, difficult journeys that many make each day.

The event is a powerful expression of solidarity, bringing visibility to an urgent issue and inspiring collective action across the GF community.

GF Walk for Water 2025: Locations and dates

Americas

  • Minneapolis, United States: September 2025
  • Irvine, United States: October 2025
  • Little Rock, United States: October 2025
  • Shawnee, United States: October 2025
  • Monterrey, Mexico: October 2025

Asia

  • Shanghai, China: October 2025
  • Singapore: November 2025
  • India, Ratnagiri: December 2025

Europe

  • Helsinki, Finland: August 2025
  • Schaffhausen, Switzerland: September 2025
  • Seewis, Switzerland: September 2025
  • Albershausen, Germany: September 2025
  • Ettenheim, Germany: to be announced
  • Coventry, United Kingdom: September 2025

 

... We’re still shaping the global map – check back soon for potential additions and updates.

Partner with us

Interested in supporting the GF Walk for Water 2025 as a corporate sponsor in one of our locations?

Get in touch at gfwaterfoundation@georgfischer.com to learn how your organization can make a meaningful impact.

Donate to the GF Walk for Water

Your generous donation supports safe water solutions and empowers communities all over the world. Help us change the lives of people around the world. You can now donate via bank transfer or via our  TWINT, PayPal, GooglePay,  or Credit Card.