Water and food are basic human needs that influence every aspect of life, from health to education to economic productivity. Lack of access to clean water can lead to diseases such as cholera and dysentery, while malnutrition leads to stunted growth, weakened immune systems and even death. For children, the lack of these basic needs can have lifelong consequences and limit their ability to learn, grow and thrive. Providing clean water and nutritious food helps prevent disease, promotes physical and cognitive development, and enables communities to break the cycle of poverty.