You know when you throw a stone in the water and you start a ripple? It's pretty easy to throw a stone in a pond and it's even easier to see all the ripples when everyone pitches in. A ripple effect is defined as "the spreading, pervasive and usually unintentional effect or influence." Through speaking engagements, books and articles that tell of a young boy's dream of clean water for all, our website, newsletter and activities, the ripple effect Ryan created continues to spread and motivates people to make a difference.

On a daily basis, we at the Ryan's Well Foundation witness the tangible results of this ripple effect, from the 8 year old child in British Columbia who sold lemonade and beaded jewellery to raise thousands of dollars for water and sanitation projects, to the CEO of an environmental consulting firm in Ontario who launched the 'Canadian Environmental Challenge' to raise funds to educate others about the importance of water in the environment. Raising awareness of important issues, like the necessity of clean water and proper sanitation, can have a lasting affect on those who receive the message. Like Ryan who was inspired by his grade one teacher, you too can inspire others to learn something new, change your outlook and create lasting change in our world!

To read more about initiatives making an impact and furthering the ripple effect, please see:

Youth Initiatives

School Making A Difference
Community Initiatives

Faith Based Initiatives

Corporate Initiatives