Water is the most critical resource on the planet, vital to sustaining biodiversity, protecting ecosystems - such as oceans, wetlands, and rivers - and supporting livelihoods all around the planet.
The Approach
The Drop by Drop Project is a collaborative initiative that sets out to reinvest capital from Sands water stewardship efforts into innovative projects. This grant is by invitation only. Water savings from our corporate partner conservation programs are converted into Drop by Drop funding that is then awarded to local water champions for projects that increase local water resiliency, reinvigorate ecosystems, incubate new water solutions, and engage the community.
The Funds
Employees
Bringing workplace water saving practices into employee's homes
Guest & Visitors
Encouraging our guests and visitors to save water during their stay
Resorts
Reducing the water footprint of hotel operations through conservation and diversification
Suppliers
Collaborating with suppliers to innovate for water efficiency
Drop by Drop from Sands water stewardship efforts and their employees, guests, visitors, and suppliers.
The Projects
Reinvigorate Ecosystems
Safeguarding and restoring ecosystems to protect biodiversity
Leverage Technologies
Promoting early-stage innovation and solutions scaling for water efficiency
Increase Resiliency
Strengthening community response to floods, droughts, and other water-related risks
Engage the Community
Boosting awareness of water dependence issues
Drop by Drop funds are awarded to projects that can have a transformational impact on environments and communities in close proximity to our partners.
The Regions
We are currently seeking water projects in two regions where our primary corporate partner, Las Vegas Sands, operates: Macao, and Singapore.
MACAO
SINGAPORE
The Founders
The WASH Foundation, an evolution of Clean the World Foundation is a global health organization committed to improving the quality of life for vulnerable communities around the world through programs and partnerships focused on WASH (water, sanitation, and hygiene).
Sands is a developer and operator of world-class luxury resorts. Its Sands ECO360 sustainability program reflects the company’s vision to lead the way in addressing global environmental issues.
The Timeline
2019
Founded The Drop by Drop Project to tackle regional water issues in Las Vegas, Macao, and Singapore.
2020
Funded 3 water organizations in Las Vegas, Macao, and Singapore.
2021
Funded 3 water organizations in Las Vegas, Macao, and Singapore.
2022
Funded 2 water organizations in Macao and Singapore.
2023
Current Drop by Drop projects in progress in Macao and Singapore
