Moses West Foundation
To save a life
Programs and results
What we aim to solve
Our programs
What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?
Provide potable water to underserved populations
The Moses West Foundation has supplied water to Puerto Rico, Flint Michigan, Sand Branch Texas and Jackson Mississippi during times of water shortage and contamination issues.
Elimination of the "Food Desert"
The Food Desert is a growing problem around America. The Moses West Foundation has set out on a program to grow food in location that lack clean water and healthy food choices. STEM education and health improvement will be the keep metrics of this program.
Where we work
Awards
Outsanding Achievement 2018
Emmy Award
Affiliations & memberships
UN SDG Action #49191 2023
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Charting impact
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What is the organization aiming to accomplish?
The Moses West Foundation works for the people around the world providing access to clean drinking water when other systems have failed them. Our foundation is set up to provide a solution to various issues surrounding the production of water by utilizing the most advanced Atmospheric Water Generators available today. We understand the problem and serve distressed communities and populations that are not in a position to help themselves.
Exasperated by the increasing effects of climate change, water, and food are the new currencies for global peace, advanced education, equality, continued economic growth, and prosperity. It is the education of this youngest generation of international children that will come of age during this time of uncertainty and change. This generation must be mentored and educated in advanced science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Progressing on this path of mentored higher learning is essential to the survival of this generation and all future generations.
Technology is always used to advance the human condition. The Moses West Foundation specializes in the mass production of water from the endless source of water that exists in every corner of the world. The water that is found in great abundance within the atmosphere that surrounds the earth from its surface to the troposphere.
Over the course of several years, Moses West has developed the most energy-efficient method to remove usable water from the atmosphere with extremely low energy consumption. This technology has more than proven itself in actual disaster deployments in Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria, Flint Michigan, Texas, and Mississippi, and in use with the United States Military. Moses West currently has units in operation with the U.S. Marines in Okinawa, Guam, and Hawaii. Units are also in operation with various military units and government agencies within the borders of the U.S.
We have the knowledge and capability to assist in eliminating the “food deserts” that currently exist around the world. With proper funding, we have the capability to have a significant impact in reducing the negative effects of famine, mass migration, and global instability.
Traditional disaster relief response invokes the use of bottled water as the primary source of water supporting first responders and communities (e.g., Paradise, California; Vieques, Puerto Rico), often for months. Atmospheric Water Generation technology has demonstrated that unlimited amounts of water can be extracted for municipal, commercial, industrial, and emergency use from the atmosphere.
What are the organization's key strategies for making this happen?
Addressing food deserts in underserved communities in America:
The Moses West Foundation is committed to working towards providing access to healthy and fresh food in areas where it is not readily available. This is done through developing sustainable urban agricultural zones in places like Chicago, Illinois, which promotes the growth of crops locally and eliminates the need for long-distance transportation of food.
Providing sustainable water sources across the globe:
Through the development of atmospheric water generation technology, the Moses West Foundation is able to provide access to clean and safe water in areas where traditional water sources are scarce or contaminated. The Foundation aims to produce 40 acre-feet or more of pure atmospheric-generated water through 2030 contributing to the global SDG goals.
Developing sustainable agricultural systems:
The Moses West Foundation has been developing sustainable irrigation systems to help reduce the water used in vertically grown food projects. This helps to promote sustainable practices while reducing the impact of farming on the environment.
Establishing partnerships with local universities and STEM programs:
The Moses West Foundation believes in promoting education and sustainable practices, which is why they have established partnerships with local universities and STEM programs. These partnerships help to provide instruction on sustainable practices and encourage students to consider careers in this field.
Participating in UN SDG Action 49191:
The Moses West Foundation has been designated as UN SDG Action 49191, focusing on leading the way in SDG Goal 6 - Clean Water and Sanitation. This allows the Foundation to bring its initiatives to a global stage and work towards making clean water accessible to all.
What are the organization's capabilities for doing this?
The Moses West Foundation has a strong capability for making a positive impact on global water access and food insecurity, thanks to the leadership of founder Moses West. Mr. West has dedicated his life to addressing the global water crisis and has been at the forefront of the development of atmospheric water generation technology for over a decade. His extensive engineering background and a strong team of board members provide the Foundation with the technical and strategic capabilities to achieve its goals.
Under Moses' leadership, the Foundation has been able to provide sustainable water sources to areas in need across the globe, including Flint, Michigan, Jackson, Mississippi, Vieques, Puerto Rico, and Sandbranch, Texas. The Foundation has also been developing sustainable irrigation systems to reduce water usage in vertically grown food projects and establishing partnerships with local universities and STEM programs to promote education and sustainable practices. Furthermore, the Foundation has been designated as UN SDG Action 49191, allowing it to bring its initiatives to a global stage and work towards making clean water accessible to all.
The Foundation's focus on addressing food deserts in underserved communities in America is another important capability. The Foundation is committed to providing access to healthy and fresh food in areas where it is not readily available, and has been developing sustainable urban agricultural zones in places like Chicago, Illinois, which promote the growth of crops locally and eliminate the need for long-distance transportation of food.
What have they accomplished so far and what's next?
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Moses West Foundation
Board of directorsas of 03/01/2023
Moses West
Moses West Foundation
Dexter Moon
Moses West Foundation
Les Shephard
Moses West Foundation
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