Sometimes the scale of global need can feel abstract. Statistics help us see clearly how many people are struggling every single day. When you combine those facts with fundraising backing real campaigns, you understand why collective action is vital. Below are important data points that highlight why fundraising efforts remain as urgent as ever.

Global Access to Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Still Far From Universal

According to a recent report by World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF, about 1 in 4 people globally or roughly 2.1 billion people still lack access to safely managed drinking water. World Health Organization

At the same time, 3.4 billion people lack safely managed sanitation services, and 1.7 billion people lack basic hygiene services at home. That means many families face unsafe water, no toilets, and no hygiene facilities with conditions that lead to preventable illness. UNICEF DATA+1

These conditions carry high human costs: poor sanitation and absence of hygiene tools contribute to diseases that could be prevented with basic WASH (Water, Sanitation, Hygiene) access. UNICEF DATA+1

For communities in crisis or extreme poverty, the lack of water and sanitation is not just a discomfort. It is a barrier to health, dignity, and survival.

Health Care Gaps and the Risk of Falling Into Poverty

Global health coverage remains deeply unequal. According to data combining WHO and World Bank findings, at least half of the world’s population lacks access to essential health services. World Health Organization+1

Moreover, many families pay for health care out-of-pocket. As of that report, about 800 million people spend at least 10% of their household budgets on health expenses, and nearly 100 million people are pushed into extreme poverty each year because of these costs. World Bank+1

Without intervention, lacking basic health services means higher mortality, untreated illnesses, and cycles of poverty especially for the most vulnerable: children, the elderly, and marginalized populations.

Child Poverty and Basic Needs A Global Crisis

Children bear some of the heaviest burdens of these systemic challenges. The latest data from UNICEF shows that around 417 million children in low- and middle-income countries are “severely deprived” in at least two critical areas such as nutrition, health, education, sanitation, housing, or water. UNICEF+1

Alarmingly, 118 million children suffer three or more deprivations, and 17 million face four or more. That means millions of children are growing up without sufficient food, clean water, safe shelter, or schooling. UNICEF+1

These deprivations have long-term consequences. Childhood malnutrition, poor hygiene, lack of education, and unstable housing significantly limit a child’s chances for healthy development, stable income, and a dignified life.

Food Insecurity and Hunger Still Widespread

Poverty and lack of resources often go hand in hand with food insecurity. According to global estimates, hundreds of millions of people worldwide remain food insecure. Children International+1

Malnutrition is particularly devastating for children under 5: nearly half of global deaths in this age group are linked to undernutrition. Children International

In many regions, hunger is not just a temporary condition. It is a long-term reality that affects growth, health, education, and overall life opportunities.

Why These Facts Show Fundraising Is Still Critical

These statistics are more than numbers. They represent millions of human lives in urgent need. Clean water. Healthcare. Food. Education. Sanitation. These essentials remain out of reach for a large portion of the world’s population.

Traditional aid and government programs help but cannot always fill every gap especially in hard‑to‑reach communities or for urgent needs. That is where fundraising becomes essential. Fundraising mobilizes individuals, communities, diaspora, and globally concerned citizens to provide immediate and sometimes life‑saving support.

When people see real numbers and real need, they are more likely to act. That collective action can bring water filters to villages, fund childhood nutrition programs, support emergency health care, rebuild safe homes, or ensure children can attend school.

How a Platform Like Giveable Turns Need into Impact

Organized fundraising matters. A platform like Giveable helps channel generosity directly where it is needed efficiently, transparently, and with clarity.

With Giveable you can start or support fundraising campaigns for water and sanitation projects, healthcare access, child welfare, education, or food security.

Giveable lets campaigns set concrete goals based on real data and needs. Donors can see the target, track progress, and learn exactly how their support reaches people. That transparency builds trust and encourages more people to contribute.

Because Giveable connects donors to clear need backed by real statistics, it bridges the gap between awareness and action.

What the Data Calls Us to Do

Numbers show us the scale: billions without water, millions of children in poverty, hundreds of millions lacking food or healthcare. These facts demand action.

You can be part of making a difference. Through fundraising you can directly help deliver clean water, food, healthcare, and hope to people who need it.

By starting or supporting a fundraiser for a community water project, child nutrition program, or emergency aid — you help turn statistics into real lives changed.

If these facts move you, take action now.

Use Giveable to start or support a fundraiser today.