Founders
"I am inspired to work on projects that bring hope, joy, and well-being to others."
Mark Huerta
Chairman of the Board
"I am inspired to uphold the value of every person and build new ideas that make the world a better place."
Paul Strong
Treasurer
"I am inspired to develop innovative, technology-driven solutions to positively impact as many lives as possible."
Swaroon Sridhar
Secretary
Board of Directors
Professional Team
Our team includes talented professionals in engineering, construction, and marketing, many of whom have helped build the organization from scratch. These individuals volunteer their time, knowledge, and skills to make our clean water impact a reality. We are thankful for their willingness to donate their time and lead key projects within 33 Buckets!
"I am inspired to engineer sustainable technologies that improve quality of life and contribute to complex solutions like clean water access."
"I am inspired by my family... they continue to show me that there is always something to learn from every situation and every moment in life."
Student Team Members
33 Buckets began as a student project in 2010, so we know how much the best and brightest students have to contribute. Our student members have developed important solutions including water purification systems, water testing methods, WASH education activities, and much more!
Partner Organization
Since our first project in Peru, implemented in 2016, we have fostered a critical partnership with three local leaders in the Cusco region: Alberto, Ana Maria, and Abdi. These three have implemented countless development initiatives in the region, that include projects focused on irrigation, green houses, cultural heritage, and much more. Now, they have officially established their own NGO (non-governmental organization called Sustainable Development Studies (SDS) in Peru. We collaborate directly with SDS to identify and connect with partner communities, facilitate assessments, and various other key responsibilities. Through this local partnership, we are able to achieve success in pursuing our mission across borders.
Previous Team Members
We would also like to thank all other mentors, professionals, and students who have been part of the team or have otherwise contributed to 33 Buckets in the past. We would not be where we are without all of your help!
We want to thank the following individuals who helped build the 33 Buckets organization, but have since departed our team:
Vid Micevic
Katja Klosterman
Margaret Wong
Mara Boiangiu
Risa Fish
Madison Gilbert
Adam Westmoreland
Dimitri Mihaylov
John Rhoher
Rachel Sowar
Jackson Ebersole
We owe special recognition to the following individuals, who each served in a key role for several years on our original student team:
Pankti Shah, Team Leader
Varendra Silva, Team Member
Connor Wiegand, Team Member
Enamul Hoque, Advisor and Community Partner