Southwestern Colorado Nonprofit Empowers Students to Build Off-Grid Water Systems for Native American Families
A southwestern Colorado nonprofit named Fundamental Needs is empowering Indigenous high school students to construct essential off-grid water systems for Native American families. The program, founded by Justice Ramos, aims to address water needs within these communities.
Denver, CO, August 12, 2026 —
Fundamental Needs, a nonprofit organization based in southwestern Colorado, is actively working to address water scarcity by empowering Indigenous high school students to build off-grid water systems. These systems are designed to serve Native American families in the region.
The initiative was founded by Justice Ramos, who identified a critical need for accessible and reliable water resources within these communities. The program focuses on providing students with hands-on experience in constructing and implementing essential off-grid water solutions.
By engaging high school students in this process, Fundamental Needs aims to foster a sense of empowerment and provide practical skills while directly addressing the water requirements of Native American families. The program’s approach centers on community-based solutions and sustainable infrastructure development.
The specific details regarding the number of families served, the timeline of the program’s implementation, or the locations of the water systems were not provided. Furthermore, information on the educational curriculum utilized, the number of students participating, or any partnerships established by Fundamental Needs was not available in the provided summary.
Story summarized from the original created by Tracy Ross on coloradosun.com, see more information here.
