Unlocking Communities

Unlocking Communities will impact 3.8 million people with access to clean water through a global network of 10,000 entrepreneurs earning $5.4 million in commissions by the end of 2025.

At Unlocking Communities, our strategies for creating lasting change involve equipping Haitians with the necessary tools and training to become catalysts for their own communities. We prioritize economic impact by providing aspiring entrepreneurs with comprehensive business training and access to in-demand, environmentally beneficial products such as water filters and clean-burning stoves. Our model enables entrepreneurs to earn commissions from selling sustainable products, fostering economic growth while reducing waste and carbon emissions. This model generates income, fosters entrepreneurship and savings, and creates significant social value through regenerative and sustainable businesses. Our efforts are further supported by carbon credits financing, contributing to a resilient future, where both communities and the environment thrive.

1. The Community Sales Model: What differentiates Unlocking Communities from other organizations is our model, which is led and executed entirely by members of the communities, creating sustainable change and driving rapid, organic growth.
2. Diverse global team: Unlocking Communities prides itself on its diverse team, bringing together individuals from various backgrounds and expertise, fostering innovation and creative problem-solving. Additionally, UC's global networks are agile and adaptable, facilitating mobility and collaboration across borders and empowering communities worldwide.
3. Existing relationships for carbon credit financing: Unlocking Communities has established strong relationships with carbon credit financers, leveraging their support to enhance affordability and scalability. This unique partnership allows UC to generate additional funding and recognition for its impactful initiatives, setting it apart from other organizations in the sector.
4. Sustainable low-cost product: Unlocking Communities’ Water Filter System supports families of 5-10 and lasts for at least 3+ years, while providing cost savings and reducing plastic waste.
5. Hyper-local distribution: Entrepreneurs sell directly in the communities they live and work in, reducing the time, cost, and effort required to reach customers and deliver products.

Over 6,000 products sold by
200+ entrepreneurs, 65% of them being women
Generating USD 1.5 Million in economic savings from using the products saving on buying less bottled water, charcoal, and out-of-pocket medical bills.
Impacting over 100,000 individuals through our community sales and community needs response programs.