
What is the Ambassador's Club?
The Ambassador’s Club is made up of individuals who have journeyed with us to Malawi and returned forever changed. Their experiences in Malawi shaped their perspectives, deepened their connections, and inspired them to carry our mission in their hearts every day.
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A WASH Ambassador is part of a growing family of people who have stood on the ground in Malawi, met the community face-to-face, and come home committed to making a difference. Ambassadors champion our mission, encourage others to get involved, and help strengthen the bridge between our supporters and the people we serve. They are advocates, storytellers, and everyday leaders of hope.
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The full group of 2025 Ambassadors on their arrival in Malawi.
Ambassador Impact Stories

Steve Hamer, aka Papa Steve
Ambassador 2025, 2024, 2023, 2019
"As a retired grandfather who has experienced Malawi with my daughter, daughter-in-law, plus five grandchildren over the past several years, the memories and JOYS I continue to experience are truly a gift. Ever wonder about your legacy? Imagine your family reaching out to help others; raise funds to do so; ride for hours and hours in a third world country to share their gifts and wishes with village students. Think it made a difference to them? Suggest you read their recollections below. The friends we all have made in Malawi plus the one’s we made while sharing this adventure is absolutely amazing. Looking for a Life Enhancing Experience, consider becoming a Wash Ambassador and Make A Difference."
Sarah Hamer
Ambassador 2025
"The most surprising part of the trip was the overwhelming lack of infrastructure in Malawi. It's nearly impossible to fully realize the hardships Malawians face unless you observe it firsthand. The impact of this realization was so profound I could not help but lose sleep at night contemplating their struggles. However, seeing the joy that lit up their faces and their expressions of heartfelt and unadulterated gratitude, made it all worthwile, letting me know on a deeper level how vital this life giving work is. I'm happy to support such a meaningful mission."


Shannon Bullard
Ambassador 2024
"My oldest daughter Bridget and her friends founded the original non-profit Girls Reaching Out and built the first wells back in 2017. My younger daughter Charlotte and her friends continued and expanded GRO. So, it was my dream to take them to experience their direct impact and know that kids truly can make a difference. It resulted in a full circle moment that deepened their love for service. The trip fueled them to continue to actively serve GRO and WASH today."
Dillon Hamer
Ambassador 2023
"Travelling to Malawi Africa opened my eyes to Malawi's joyous culture. Too often in America I am displeased with the failures of my own high expectations. In Malawi I witnessed children with little expectations and huge smiles despite the little they had. In American culture many of us act as if material value will bring us happiness. Yet in Malawi, I saw kids happier to receive soccer balls than I've ever seen a kid in America receive a new video game. The smiles of these Malawian children changed my life by reminding me that happiness is not defined by material things, and that in many cases happiness can just be a decision to be grateful."


Jason Kwacz
Ambassador 2025
"[The most suprising part of the trip was] how wonderful the people of Malawi were to us. Everyone was friendly and the students at schools receiving the wells are very thankful for the gift of clean water... as well as knowing that a stranger cares about them and their future."
Members List

Steve Hamer
2025, 2024, 2023, 2019

Ethan Kapelka
2023

Shannon Bullard
2024

Nolan Hamer
2025

Tricia Bayer
2025

Cori Hansen
2025

Maria Bustillos
2025

Emily Treffert
2024

Deb Wente
2025

Alyssa Lawry
2024

Dillon Hamer
2023

Jon Neustedter
2025

Denise Francis
2025

Kyle Buerger
2023

Paul Treffert
2025, 2024, 2023

Bridget Bullard
2024

Sarah Hamer
2025

Jason Kwacz
2025

Julia Neustedter
2025

Farone Rasheed
2025

Tom Lawry
2025, 2024

Charlotte Bullard
2024

Colin Hamer
2025

Sophia Kwacz
2025

Anusha Katta
2025

John Chavez
2025

