water drive
Every year, the Annual Drew Thomas Water Drive makes a significant impact on the lives of those living on the streets, providing a vital resource that many take for granted: clean drinking water. Access to water is crucial for health and well-being, especially during the scorching summer months. The drive highlights the pressing need for hydration among the homeless community, ensuring they receive the sustenance required to survive and thrive.

Drew Thomas, the inspiring young man behind this initiative, began his mission when he was just 9 years old. Motivated by a desire to make a difference, Drew has dedicated himself to this cause, promoting the drive through heartfelt videos and a dedicated webpage each year. His relentless efforts have garnered tremendous support. Drew’s passion and dedication exemplify the power of one individual to bring about positive change, and his annual water drive continues to be a beacon of hope and compassion for those in need. Join us in supporting Drew’s mission and help quench the thirst of those who need it most.

DONATE TODAY and HELP US HYDRATE the HOMELESS! #TogetherWeDoMore

Zelle (no fees) - WhenWeLove 817-503-5185

Check (Mail or Drop Off) - WhenWeLove 1100 E. Lancaster Ave. Fort Worth, TX 76102

Venmo - WWL-FW

PayPal - donate@whenwelove.org

12th Annual Drew Thomas Water Drive

Why Water Matters More Than Most People Realize

For people experiencing homelessness, a single bottle of water can mean:

  • Hydration in extreme heat — preventing heat stroke, dehydration, and medical emergencies

  • Basic hygiene — brushing teeth, washing hands, cleaning wounds

  • Dignity — the ability to freshen up before a job interview or case management meeting

  • Meal preparation — making instant foods at a campsite

  • Laundry — rinsing clothing when no other option exists

Water becomes a tool for survival, health, dignity, and hope.

When you give water, you are giving more than a bottle. You are giving someone a fighting chance.

This Is a Community Effort — And YOU Make It Possible

Every summer, When We Love distributes tens of thousands of bottles of water across Fort Worth. We deliver to:

  • Encampments

  • People living in cars

  • Individuals sleeping behind buildings

  • Families in motels

  • Youth on the streets

  • Veterans trying to survive the heat

Your generosity keeps these outreach efforts going. Your compassion keeps people alive.

Your Dollar Goes Further Than You Think

Because of our community partnerships, nonprofit pricing, and tax‑exempt status, your financial gift allows us to purchase water in bulk at deep discounts.

That means:

  • $10 becomes more water than you could buy at a store

  • $25 provides hydration for an entire encampment

  • $100 fuels a full day of outreach

  • $500+ helps us stock our warehouse for emergency heat days

When you give online, by cash, check, or credit card, your gift stretches further and helps us reach more people in crisis.

If you want to learn more about how your donation multiplies, explore: how your dollar stretches

Prefer to Donate Bottled Water Instead?

We gratefully accept cases of bottled water at:

When We Love 1100 E. Lancaster Ave. Fort Worth, TX 76102

Every case helps. Every bottle matters. Every act of kindness saves a life.

Together We Do More

This Water Drive is not just a campaign — it is a lifeline. It is a community standing together to protect the most vulnerable among us. It is compassion in action. It is hope in a bottle.

Click DONATE and help us #HydrateTheHomeless. Because together, we do more. Together, we save lives. Together, we help families #BeatHomelessness.