EXPOSED - Sawyer Products isn’t who you think they are
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- Опубликовано: 5 янв 2023
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Exposing Sawyer Products for who they are. Giving water filters to the Kibera Slum in Nairobi Africa. 
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This video is 100% NOT sponsored. To help deliver water filters to countries in need.. donate directly to the Sawyer Foundation here 👉 bit.ly/3jV8sTR. Also… Looks like there is spammers in the comments again. You didn’t win anything from me. I’m sorry. Please report spammers!
Hats off to you Dan for making this video!
God Bless you brother. Glad you shared your faith in Jesus. Many frown upon that just because they have no idea what Jesus did for us.
Thanks for taking that phone call from Sawyer and being open to explore and share their work in Nairobi. And thank you for sharing your faith too, it’s encouraging and refreshing to see someone being comfortable and confident enough to be able to stick their head above the parapet, risk trolls and abuse, and share who they are and why. Thank you and God bless you, Sawyer’s work and the Bucket Ministry.
100% single best video you have done. As a sold out Jesus follower, I absolutely love it. This made my day!!!!
Thank you so much for sharing this information. Best regads and wishes from Germany
Can I just say, I'm from Nairobi and I'm glad to see this sort of awareness being created in the international outdoor community. Well done Dan 👍
i’m just one person , but I can honestly say, i’ve never met an unfriendly kenyan, they have all been just the nicest people.
Currently I support a different water program. The more the better. 🇨🇦
Oh so they have internet but not water filters.
I worked with Kenyans in Iraq…every single one of them was so friendly, genuine, and awesome. 👌
I discovered the Sawyer filter only recently and I thought "if only this company could make these products available to more impoverished countries". Thank you Sawyer!!!
I work for a water utility here in America. Most people don't know the amount of work that goes in to providing clean, healthy water. We are lucky to have a rich county that can provide for its citizens. It is great that we can provide for those less fortunate through a company like Sawyer. It looks like you were enriched by your travels and meeting new people. Thank you for sharing your experience.
Tell that to people in Flint, MI.
@@RobertSmith-up9rz yes what a disaster. Bad political choices were made that made the whole industry look bad. Not enough people went to jail. The same is happening in Jackson Mississippi with lack of investment.
I was so uninformed about the water situation in Kenya, and it’s shocking to think that in the USA, and many other places, we actually flush toilets and take showers with water that is completely safe to drink, and is almost always safe and available, even during many storms, power outages, etc. We truly have so much to be grateful for. Thank you, Dan, for being open to the experience of working with Sawyer and visiting Kenya.
A country that continues to borrow and print money is not rich.
What do you recommend will prevent Flint MI and Jackson MS? Federalize the system?
Just so you know, I just purchased a new Sawyer to replace an older life straw system. What first caught me was the thumbnail. I was like "what the heck, did I buy the right one and should I have gotten the Katadyn?" "Are they misleading in their advertising?" and then I watched the video. Dude, it brought me to tears when you clarified who was getting blessed and especially when Evelyn said "You are like angels in my house this morning. May God Bless you for posting this video informing all of us how lucky we are and letting us know who Sawyer is and what they do. I bought the right one and will continue to support Sawyer.
LOL, same here. I just bought the Sawyer and saw the thumbnail pop up random
I did too!! Now I'm buying one for all of my families emergency packs.
I have had their products for years. But this brings things to another level for me. I will always buy Sawyer, and I will do my best to promote them whenever possible. Much respect to everyone involved.
Same I bought a Sawyer a few years ago when my daughter wanted to get into backpacking and when he started I was like - do I need to swap!!! Nope Sawyer from here on out 👍
Now let me tell you the truth about Sawyer Products. Kurt, the owner is one of those phony “Christians” who is an egomaniac and not honest about donating “90%” of his profits. Yes he donates filters and money to US BASED charities but because he set up his son in law (the one he dislikes) with a business that does GIS tracking, the filter donations are considered R&D and a tax write off. He also receives a tax credit for the donations since they are donated to US based charities. All this philanthropy yet no one at his plant in Safety Harbor FL has health insurance or any Benefits at all. Now to be fair he didn’t write the tax code and is playing by the rules but be assured he is making money by “donating profits”. The plant in FL is in total disrepair and antiquated. You’d be shocked if you saw where these products were being made and packaged. His employees that speak up about conditions are quickly let go. I’m not a disgruntled former employee, rather an insider with the family who knows exactly the kind of person the owner of this company is.
This video is probably the most life-changing video I've seen in years. The Sawyer company helping people live better is monumental and shows where their hearts are. Supplying those who are less fortunate is magnificent
Now let me tell you the truth about Sawyer Products. Kurt, the owner is one of those phony “Christians” who is an egomaniac and not honest about donating “90%” of his profits. Yes he donates filters and money to US BASED charities but because he set up his son in law (the one he dislikes) with a business that does GIS tracking, the filter donations are considered R&D and a tax write off. He also receives a tax credit for the donations since they are donated to US based charities. All this philanthropy yet no one at his plant in Safety Harbor FL has health insurance or any Benefits at all. Now to be fair he didn’t write the tax code and is playing by the rules but be assured he is making money by “donating profits”. The plant in FL is in total disrepair and antiquated. You’d be shocked if you saw where these products were being made and packaged. His employees that speak up about conditions are quickly let go. I’m not a disgruntled former employee, rather an insider with the family who knows exactly the kind of person the owner of this company is.
I was aware of Sawyer’s philanthropy and that is one of the reasons why I bought it and will always buy one. I think this is one of the best videos you’ve ever made and I had tears in my eyes watching both for what Sawyer is doing with something as simple as enabling fresh water and also for the profound effect it had on you. Beautiful, beautiful video.
Beautifully said. Thank you.
Completely agree
Was just sitting here, in my heated, brick house, sipping a coffee, feeling sorry for myself as I'm in the middle of a "rough" period, and I come across this.
Thanks, Dan. Nothing like a bit of perspective to sort you out. Will buy a sawyer on principle now.
Watching that video, Craig, I came to the exact same conclusion instantly..."it of perspective to sort you out. Will buy a sawyer on principle now."
@@harryshirton1110 I’m right there with ya. Feeling the exact same
I felt what you felt too, there's a reason they say "first world problems". This video was incredibly humbling.
I was in Rwanda on a few mission trips and this reminds me of that time completely. One project was to build stands for Sawyer buckets at the school. Such an amazing vision and outreach for Sawyer and it's truly saving lives. Thank you for this video Dan and I pray God continues to bless this mission.
bless you and your work, corey.
You got me with the click bait title, but now I'm glad I buy Sawyer filters.
As an American that grew up overseas and contracted Typhoid Fever from our “clean” water as a 10 year old… (you don’t ever want to contract Typhoid Fever, trust me)… what Sawyer is doing is absolutely lifesaving and I applaud Dan for bringing this situation to light to the backpacking community.
I left the church as a young man because members didn’t reflect the true definition of Christianity. I don’t regret it, but if I had run into someone like you…who knows? It’s Sawyer products from now on. Thanks for the beautiful video. You’re an inspiration.
So many people confuse "Church" with a building. It's not, it's a gathering of Christians. I agree with you, the true definition of Christianity, unfortunately, has been lost over the years.
Christianity is a problem. Pick up that Bible and ask God to speak. Don't worry about what some pastor or fake Christian thinks or says. Seek Him with your whole heart and He will answer. Blessings! 🙏🏼
The Church isn't God. Remember that. He's REAL. Just like you.
This is your #1 video you have ever done. Thank you!!
God works in mysterious ways. Sometimes all that door slamming opens a window. I don't assume to know any part of the plan. Might help if we did.
OMG - what a powerful story. I've typically purchased Sawyer filters for camping, etc. just because I recognized the brand name. After watching this, I will gladly donate to their charity (I'm typically weary of charities in that I don't know how much donated money actually goes to the cause you're donating to) and purchase some more products. To see the direct results of what Sawyer and their partners are doing in Kenya is absolutely astounding.
Now let me tell you the truth about Sawyer Products. Kurt, the owner is one of those phony “Christians” who is an egomaniac and not honest about donating “90%” of his profits. Yes he donates filters and money to US BASED charities but because he set up his son in law (the one he dislikes) with a business that does GIS tracking, the filter donations are considered R&D and a tax write off. He also receives a tax credit for the donations since they are donated to US based charities. All this philanthropy yet no one at his plant in Safety Harbor FL has health insurance or any Benefits at all. Now to be fair he didn’t write the tax code and is playing by the rules but be assured he is making money by “donating profits”. The plant in FL is in total disrepair and antiquated. You’d be shocked if you saw where these products were being made and packaged. His employees that speak up about conditions are quickly let go. I’m not a disgruntled former employee, rather an insider with the family who knows exactly the kind of person the owner of this company is.
I’m not sure why this video showed up in my feed but I own a pest control company that works for a company called “Sawyer” but I’ve only known about their mosquito repellent. I was curious if it was the same company so I watched the video.
It melted my heart. I had NO idea they did all this.
We originally started working at Kurt Avery’s home, I believe he’s the chairman. Over the years he has been incredibly kind and always wanting to share their permethrin with us.
Then we started working at Sawyer Products. Again, super kind people. Recently, a well know family of 5 owls were killed from rat poison being used in the park which the birds lived.
Sawyer as one of the few leading the charge to ensure the safest products were being used.
And when we told them we would like to experiment with a new, poison free maintenance trap (Good Nature Trap) they were all about it.
So, I can attest to the graciousness and humbleness of Sawyer Products.
Very cool Dan. As a pastor and someone who got into backpacking due to your videos I’m not surprised to learn of your faith. Thank you for being a light through this channel. And thank you for the look into something that has obviously impacted you deeply. Once again, you’ve inspired me.
Brandon your videos are also amazing. Thank you for shining His light as well. Dan is inspiring... and so are you brother. It is because of the inspiration of men like you that I am now backpacking. Also a pastor, and I cannot stress the impact of the demonstration being set. Keep shining!
This video popped up as a suggestion so I had a look. I travelled a lot when I was younger in the military and I met poor impoverished people who would give their hospitality freely without the consideration of getting anything in return. Though I'm not a religious person, thank you for reminding me that we should help others when we can, so I clicked the link and donated. Take care.
I initially came across this video in doing research for filters. It's been the deciding factor in the filter iv chosen. It breaks my heart to see the struggle of not having clean water and what sawyer is doing to change that is nothing short of a miracle
Faith in humanity restored! There are good people out there. Thankyou for bringing us this video Dan 🙏
That was incredibly emotional, and impactful. Thanks to you, the individuals, and organizations involved. Good work, to be sure.
I had purchased a Sawyer filter and then saw your video in which you preferred the Katadyn. Of course I was second-guessing my decision. But no longer. I will use my Sawyer proudly, knowing the proceeds are being used for such a worthy cause. Thank you for sharing this information.
This makes me happy - I've got a few Sawyer filters, and I had no idea this was the goal. Thanks, Dan, and may God bless Sawyer, The Bucket Ministry for their work, and you for bringing that story to RUclips.
Thank you for sharing what Sawyer is doing, I work in a place that sells these water filters and will make sure to mention this as a benefit of purchasing from this brand! Also thank you for sharing your faith in God and the wonderful impact of these ministries!
I hate the thumbnail and title, but this video brought me to tears. Such a blessing. I already own a product from them, and now knowing what their message is..... Wow!
I am learning that now a days most videos use click bait
Thank you for sharing. I was not aware of all that Sawyer was doing and have recently been looking at other filtration options as my last sawyer purchased seemed to be slower than what I was used to with previous ones. Sawyer just solidified me as a customer for life with this video.
I have been a HUGE fan of Sawyer filters for YEARS, but I had no idea what they were doing in the background. Great work Sawyer !!!!!!!
My favorite thing about Sawer is they mad a no frills filter that just works, and you don’t have to throw it out once a month.
Dan, I started watching your videos because I liked your hiking content. Then when I learned that you were an outspoken follower of Christ, I gained an even greater appreciation for you. This video brought tears to my eyes. Thank you for bringing attention to this ministry. Because of you, Sawyer has gained a new supporter. God bless you ❤
Agree 100%
When my sister-in-law went on a missionary trip to Burkina Faso, Africa, I sent her with her own personal Sawyer filter and 2 bucket filters to give away. She would fill a water bottle with water and screw the Sawyer filter on and drink. The people thought she was crazy until she gave them the bucket filter setups and they were so amazed that drinking water was actually clear. They had been drinking dirty water their whole lives and that’s all they knew. She taught them how to backflush the filters and how to use them properly. It’s been a couple of years so I hope they were able to get more filters for their village.
This needs to be shared everywhere. Absolutely incredible, shows a good reminder of how amazingly Lucky we are in the north.
I think you just gave one of the best reasons possible for brand loyalty. And thank you for covering the water crisis in Africa; it's actually quite rampant all over the continent, and it's getting worse as the changing climate makes Africa's climate even harsher.
When I visited Africa, specifically Tanzania, I had the same experience with the locals as you; they were extremely friendly and hospitable.
One example -- our flight into Africa was delayed, and our group was further delayed due to some of our crew's baggage ending up on the NEXT flight into Dara es Salaam, so we ended up stuck at the airport for a few hours waiting for a resolution to that situation. Since it required waiting for the next flight, it took a while. After that we got into our shuttles to our hotel in Kilimanjaro, and due to the delays we missed dinner, and ended up reaching the hotel at nearly 2am local time.
Even so, the cooks got up and made us some fresh French fries with homemade ketchup.
Very friendly and very hospitable people.
BTW, you meant to say that you could NOT care less if you didn't make any money from this video. If you could care less, then it means you DO care about making money from this video.
Dan, I been watching, learning, and then sharing with a great many all the things you shared for years now. But this is the most powerful thing you have shared so far. My entire family and as many as will listen, will hear about this wonderful people who blessed you and how much of a blessing Sawyer is trying to truly be to those in dire need. God bless you for your large step in taking such a risky but rewarding trip. You have changed our lives again for the better. Tears of empathy and thanks are streaming as I type for those you have brought into our view. We will be praying for them and supporting those who can directly help in such a meaningful way now. Thank you! You and Sawyer idealize what a true American and Human are! Sincerely, Jesse
I’ve been comparing the different filters I should get as a new backpacker. The sawyer was obviously on my list but this video has confirmed I’ll be a sawyer customer for life. Thank you for sharing this
I had no idea Sawyer did that! I saw the sawyer foundation on the packaging, but never looked into it. They arw doing amazing work!
Been a Sawyer user for a decade. Didn't know they were so philanthropic. Glad that they do this and will continue to buy their products.
Dan B,
You are a great man.
Thank you for inviting us to go with you. I enjoyed seeing and learning about the mission of helping others in such a special way.
Thank you also for humbly sharing your own Christian testimony. I was greatly touched by your love and compassion.
Thank you for being strong and sharing this with us on your channel. My heart was richly blessed by your spirit. You are a man after my heart.
Thank you for taking the time and being willing to go so that you could share about this ministry. I had tears of joy in my heart. You have a marvelous talent. Thanks for using it in such a special way. Proud of you!
blessings from Texas
I’ve always loved the Sawyer squeeze but knowing this, they have a client for life. How beautiful and god bless everyone involved and benefiting from this
Hey brother, I happened upon this video by "accident". Since I already have Sawyer filters for our emergency supplies, I wanted to see what you were talking about. SO glad I watched this video. I am a retired engineer who now volunteers at a ministry called Design Outreach. We are a bunch of engineers who have set out to make things like water wells sustainable through technology. The pump that you show in this video is an Afridev or India MkII style pump that is extremely flawed and you are correct, they do not last. We have developed a hand pump that draws water from much deeper and lasts for many years longer with no maintenance. But you are also correct in stating that they are expensive, so I love that these filters are filling the gap. Thank you for the video and may the Lord continue to bless you and yours. In His humble service - Jerry
Got my first Sawyer filter for hiking in Colorado 2 years ago. Took the same filter to trekking in Nepal last year. Used everyday for 3 months without any issues. Now can’t travel without it whenever there is questionable drinking water. Thank you Sawyer for making such a dependable product and doing wonderful work in Kenya. Thanks Dan for making this video.
Wow... I bought a ton of sawyer filters and products for my family's disaster preparedness system. Your video title had me worried about my decision. Watching the video, I feel better than before I read your video title. You got me on a rollercoaster, man.
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I have trusted a sawyer filter for many years now, and I was just looking at getting a new one. I had no idea about the real work they do. Thanks for making this video. This is the kind of company I want to support.
This is exactly why I have never bought a BeFree despite all the hype I have been constantly barraged with.
Some of us don't appreciate these little things we take for granted... Thank you for the video.
I absolutely love this! We all take so much for granted. God bless Sawyer for your efforts in making life better for so many.
Saw the same conditions in Haiti during medical/ministry trips. Awesome that you're involved with the Sawyer Foundation. Just read that they're involved there as well.
Don’t really have words to say how heart warming this story was and so reaffirming that the Lord is still working all around the world.
Dan, this is my favorite video that you’ve ever done! I’m sitting here in tears, so thankful for you, Bucket Ministries, and Sawyer for being such lights in this world. ❤ I love backpacking, but I love Jesus more, and seeing his kingdom come to life in such practical ways. I will definitely support Sawyer’s products for the amazing mission and work they are doing. I’m really glad you brought awareness to the impact they’re having. Blessings!
I wasn't going to click on this, as I thought it was going to be a "bashing" video, full of negative comments about a company and it's personnel. I finally watched it, though, and I'm so happy that I did. You really touched my heart with this, Dan, and I'm going to share it with others. Thanks for subverting my expectations. 😀
Love this! Bought my first Sawyer filter a couple weeks ago. Glad to know I'm supporting a good cause. Customer for life right here!!
My hats off to any company for doing thing such as this. We take our clean water for granted. Now here’s my vent. I’m just a nobody and sawyer is a big company. When researching water filters for hiking, I came across this video. As a result of hearing what Sawyer does, I chose their product over others. What a mistake that was. I had an issue with the product right out of the box and returned it to the store for a replacement. That one lasted 6 weeks of very light use before failing. To note: I followed instruction very carefully and know very well what finger tight means. I contacted sawyer with my issue and was asked to send photos and a copy of my receipt. The next day I get a reply. The letter said that warranty does not cover overtightening. In no way did I ever do this. There was not any mention of a Thankyou for choosing our product or sorry you are having issues. Just a statement that we triple test our filters and they are flawless, so it was your stupid self that broke it. Way to go customer service. While I support companies that help those in need, I will never again support a company that shows that level of disrespect to their customers. Without customers, there is no support for the other work they do. I’m a small business owner and if I treated customers that way, I would not have a business to own. But then again I’m just a small fry and sawyer is a much bigger entity.
Wow. I’m literally 30 minutes away from leaving to go on an overnight 24 mile hike and taking my Sawyer that I’ve used a few times. Actually saw the Sawyer on one of your videos. This does my heart good and so glad you went over there to see what Sawyer was doing and to shared their story. Had no clue about any of this. So glad God is blessing their business/ministry. You’re a good dude Dan. Keep it up 🤙🏻
Thanks for the reminder of just how ridiculously fortunate so many of us are to practicality take abundant clean tap water for granted.
Thank you for sharing this story. I'm a new backpacker in my 40s. Stumbled on this video looking for some gear. What an amazing story with purpose and love. My next purchase will be a Sawyer filter. Glad to know my hobby can help support the message of the Gospel and serving communities in need.
So glad I purchased water filtration from a company that doesn't put the dollar first! Wow is all I can say!
I intentionally only purchase Sawyer water filters because of the work they do. I wish more companies would follow their model
I'm a hiker and I love watching a number of hiking channels. I occasionally watch some of Dan Becker's videos but not all of them. But as I was scrolling I ran across this one and decided to watch it. Boy, am I glad I did. Thank you Dan for sharing your faith in Christ, I'm stoked to find out you're a Christian! I think it's important to help people in practical ways such as Sawyer is doing with their water filters, but spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ is the priority. Keep it up. The hiker community sure does need the gospel too. How beautiful are the feet of them that spread good news!
Exactly the same thing with me today!
@@biscuitblanco5599 Cool.
Thanks Dan. LOVED this, and it did remind me of a video I watched a while ago, perhaps for Sawyer themselves. What a deeply redemptive cause to save lives both literally and spiritually! Thanks for sharing.
Totally thought this was gonna go a different way based on the opening. What a great story. I didn’t know this about Sawyer, but I’m glad I do now.
And now I know. Thanks, Dan, great story. I can't count the number of Sawyer products I've bought over the years, but now I'll definitely keep buying Sawyer.
I don't personally like the sawyer filter but after this I'm gonna buy some anyways! May not be the go to but for a back up fine. Mostly because it supports someone else getting Fresh water to drink. Something that everyone should be able to do.... Thanks for sharing your Faith too. Praying for Blessings for you and everyone Sawyer helps
I just bought my 2nd filter. Sooo glad to see this story.
Thanks for bringing this out and thanks Sawyer for all you do 🙏
Thank you so much for making and sharing this experience with all of us. I love knowing how much people are doing to help these people. It's awful they have to live this way but it's beautiful to see the efforts of kind and loving people out there trying to help. I have a sawyer filter already and now I'm going to buy more products and will share this with everyone I know. Great job buddy. Please keep doing this content. If we all give a little we can make big changes. I just made a donation it only takes a second to do. We can all do it
DB!! I was literally in tears during this video! It hit the core of my heart! I am very sure you were abundantly blessed by the journey that the Sawyer people took you on.. Truly a " Jesus moment " for you and I pray EVERYONE that sees this video will know just how much the power of giving unto others is the very best gift of all! Thank you SO much for not only sharing your faith in our Lord but sharing the journey that HE designed especially for YOU! You AND anyone that watches this video will be blessed. My prayer also is that they react and donate for this wonderful cause! God bless you Dan Bercker for sharing!
Excellent video, and thank you for showing how much we could all help each other with even a bit of effort.
I had no idea the story and mission behind these filters. Thank you for sharing with your audience and they have gained a lifelong customer.
I’ve known this about Sawyer for sometime. It’s one of the reasons that I have got one in every backpack and bug out bag (6 total) and 3 spares on my shelf in my prep storage room. Ive given away 3 as well. I also have stuff for distillation, purification tabs, and two pumps I use to use for backpacking. They’re a great product, although I do carry tabs in each of my packs, that have replaced all of my water purification methods. I also recommend them to everyone I teach survival methods to, as well as tell them how they’re helping situations like this by buying the product. Great video. I was really hoping it was going to be positive, as it was one of the main reasons I switched over to their product and have recommended it to A LOT of other people.
This video brought tears to my eyes. I use sawyer products and now will be buying them as gifts. Thank you for sharing your faith with us, and in Africa. It's amazing how God works.
It's not god. It's a company who does god. God in theory is omnipotent, and could solve all the problems in a blink of an eye. The difference between god and the Sawyer, is that Sawyer is doing something, god is doing f..k all.
Thanks for getting this word out, Dan. I've been a Sawyer fan since doing some work for the US Embassies in Ghana, Togo, Benin, and Nigeria. We used their insect repellents (lotion and permetherine treatments) and in several months total time spent there, during mosquito season, I never once even got bit. It wasn't until several years later I learned about how much they do, but I learned even more in this video.
Also, I'll say to fairly compare a Sawyer to a BeFree, you need to filter a few hundred liters first. The Sawyer will keep flowing, but the BeFree steadily loses flow rate until it's basically the same as the Sawyer. And all the while, the BeFree has a wider aperture, meaning it's a less effective filter.
I just purchased one of these systems and am watching your video right now. I bought the filtration system in case of emergencies. I had no idea this is being used in areas where there is no clean water and it's shocking that so many people don't have access to potable water in this day and age.
Good for Sawyer company to provide these filters to those who need it.
Thank you for the video and the links. I was totally aware of the Sawyer Fouondation and that was the reason I chose Sawyer over the others when I was trying to figure out which filter to go with. I figured if the a company is is willing to to do what they do where they do it, I figured it will be more than adequate for my needs. God Bless
That effort is heart warming and unusually personal for representatives of the company to actually get boots on the ground to these most needed areas. An example of how business can also better the world when not simply pursuing profits to the detriment of everything else. Wonderful of you to make the trip
Thanks for sharing your experience. I am aware of Sawyer’s humanitarian aid and love it! Glad to see it continue.
Also, i think you meant “I couldn’t care less,” not “i could care less.” 😊
I had no idea! Thanks for this video. I have purchased several Sawyer Squeeze water filters over the years, and will continue to do so!
I always carry a Sawyer mini when camping. When I saw the thumbnail I thought something's wrong with it. But instead I find out my purchase actually helped people. That's very nice. Also seeing they filter dirtier water than I usually do make me feel more confidence when I drink the filtered water.
I had heard that Sawyer did charity work but, I never looked into it. This video was very informative and enlightening. I had no idea they were so dedicated. I just ordered a bunch of Sawyer stuff to throw in my crisis kit just because of this video.
Good job brother!
Real men pray! Love it
I think it's great and all that 3rd World countries are getting Sawyer's good quality filters, BUT WHY DID Sawyer REMOVE THEM FROM CUSTOMERS IN DEVELOPED COUNTRIES LIKE THE USA? WHY ARE WE NOT ALLOWED TO BUY THE .002 FILTER, TOO? I've wanted to buy one for over 4 YEARS now and Sawyer won't sell them to anyone other than NGO type organizations. The ".Zero Zero Two" filter is the one I need and want to buy from them. I know there are other people like me who want to buy the .002 AND CAN'T, because Sawyer WON'T ALLOW IT! Please have Travis add it back to the retail market, so that EVERYONE can buy it! I'd even buy 2 and give one to a village or community that needs it. Bombas Socks does something like that. Buy one & give one. I'd be perfectly fine with that! Get as many "Zero Zero Two" filters out there as possible! Help as many people out there as possible!
I almost passed over this video, but I'm so glad I watched it. My son, his wife, and small children will be leaving for Kenya in the future, as missionary pilots for Africa Inland Missions. I'm passing on this video to them. Very encouraging and I'm glad you posted this.
Thanks for your thoughtful message; and please thank your family for their work with African Inland Missions (AIM).
On my recent mission trips in Kenya with The Bucket Ministry, I was blessed to meet several people from AIM. They have very humbly blessed our ministry in Africa. We often travel to very remote areas such as Shompole (as was shown in Dan's video) near the Tanzanian border, or also the Pokot or Turkana tribes to the northern reaches of Kenya. AIM pilots have offered to work with us to get our missionaries into these remote locations.
Sawyer, The Bucket Ministry, and now, Dan Becker, recognize that within all of us there is a desire to be tender, generous and personally lift up anyone we see is in need. Sawyer and its partners have been doing this, quietly and humbly for several years now. The ripple effect of physical and spiritual health has been nothing short of a miracle. The seeds of Hope and Faith have indeed been powerful to see at work.
Thank you again for your kind words, and such positive faith-filled actions.
Loved this video Dan! Thanks for sharing. We take so much for granted like clean water while so many don’t have it! God Bless Sawyer and this mission!
Wow. Thanks for sharing this and giving me another reason to buy Sawyer products. Such great work going on needs to be recognized and supported! 🙏
Thank you, Dan, for posting this video. I was stationed just north of there for a few years as a soldier and drinkable water is a huge problem. Than you for your effort in helping these people and all people in general.
Thank you, Dan. I knew early on that you were a brother. That, not only content, keeps me subscribed. You and the folks at Sawyer are not a listener only…but a doer. (Bet you know the reference!). I have bought and continue to buy their products. Now it will not just be getting good products, but sending water as we know it as well as Living Water that changes lives.
I was doing research on water filters for an upcoming backcountry canoe trip, I will definitely be buying sawyer and encourage my team aswell. I also can’t believe it’s one of the cheapest filters. Goes to show what kind of company they are.
I am a manager in a large camping and outdoor chain (not REI). I have loved Sawyer Products specifically their water filters for a long time. I knew nothing about this. I will be even more enthusiastic in recommending this product. Not sure why their reps don't push this story, it touches my heart and I'm grateful for the good they do. Thanks for sharing this.
It's great to be reminded occasionally that there are some awesome people in this world.
SO GOOD! Imagine if more companies operated like this? Great work guys.
I just baught a water filter that isn't sawyer.. and next day I come across this video!!! I REGRET so much!, not buying the sawyer water filter.. but then I just noticed the donation link! 😁.. and I just donated $5.. big up sawyer for all their work!
As a youth pastor that loves the outdoors, and loves missions, this was an incredible, incredible video. Thank you!
I love this. It's great hearing what's behind the businesses we support
Loving this unexpected video. I have been blessed to see some of the same things in Central America. A short 3 hour flight and couple of hour van ride and people are using water out of a stream just like you showed in this video. There, Living Water International is one of many organizations helping people have access to clean water. Thank you for sharing the story of the 800 million still without access to clean water and what Sawyer is doing to help.
Thank you, Dan, for sharing this with us! I liked Sawyer before, but now I LOVE Sawyer!
Dan, thank you so much for your labor of love!
May God continue to use you for His glory!
Have a blessed new year!
Wow! Thanks for bringing this to the hiking community Dan. I’ve always used Sawyer but now I always will. God bless you, Sawyer and the people in this video.
Thank you, brother, for sharing this with us. I have bought several Sawyer filters in the past, and even without this video plan on buying more in the future. I was not aware of the charity aspect of this. I am very happy to see that I have spent my money wisely and that it helps others as well. God bless you and your family.
Hi Dan, Awesome story ! Praise PAPPA! I am in Kununurra, West Australia with the Aboriginal People. We have an Aboriginal Church. The Kimberly region is Amazing hiking country. Not for the faint of heart. Bless you and bless Sawyer.
I was on the fence about a water filter to buy. I’m sold now. 👍
Dan, Thank you for bringing this topic to our attention. It is so heartbreaking to see the conditions that are being endured by so many. It really brings to light just how fortunate we are to live where we do. Sadly, myself included, we take clean running water for granted and waste so much of this precious resource in many parts of the world. We can all do better. Water is Life, we all need to do our part. I will start doing mine now. Thanks again for sharing.
Now let me tell you the truth about Sawyer Products. Kurt, the owner is one of those phony “Christians” who is an egomaniac and not honest about donating “90%” of his profits. Yes he donates filters and money to US BASED charities but because he set up his son in law (the one he dislikes) with a business that does GIS tracking, the filter donations are considered R&D and a tax write off. He also receives a tax credit for the donations since they are donated to US based charities. All this philanthropy yet no one at his plant in Safety Harbor FL has health insurance or any Benefits at all. Now to be fair he didn’t write the tax code and is playing by the rules but be assured he is making money by “donating profits”. The plant in FL is in total disrepair and antiquated. You’d be shocked if you saw where these products were being made and packaged. His employees that speak up about conditions are quickly let go. I’m not a disgruntled former employee, rather an insider with the family who knows exactly the kind of person the owner of this company is.
Dan, thank you so much for this video. After watching, I felt compelled to donate to Saywer's foundation. I was just going to do a one time of $100, but saw the $20 a month option and used that. I have NEVER done this kind of contribution b4. God works in mysterious ways and He told me to do this. God bless you, the Saywer Foundation, and most importantly the people of Nairobi!
Really enjoyed your video. We have bought sawyer filters not only because it is a great filter but also because of (like you mentioned in your video) what Sawyer has done to help people. We had read that Sawyer recently sent 100,000 filters to the Ukraine. If we ever get into the best water filter debate my wife will usually bring up what Sawyer has donated to people in need and it usually helps them see Sawyer is a great company.
I just clicked on this because I am a huge fan of sawyer filters.. I camp and hike alot and always have the mini or my sawer gravity bags..any time someone asks about water filters my response is sawyer. But I never had a clue that did what I just watched in this video.. no I have another great reason to recommend sawyer to people!
Thanks Dan for sharing this. It is so important for us richly blessed people understand how hard it is for some of our brothers and sisters on this plant have to work to survive. Thank you also to Sawyer for doing this.
Thank you so, so much for sharing this wonderful story and for being a brother in Christ. Keep it up, man!
Great video Dan. I didn't know the philanthropic side of Sawyer. Your video brought me back to a mission trip I took to Haiti to build a rural orphanage years ago. I know you will have some haters of the spiritual message. Thank you for taking the risk and sharing. I was already a Sawyer guy and that wont's change. Praying for their and your ministries.
This is awesome to see! I went on a mission trip to Burundi, Africa in 2013 and saw the conditions you show here. You are right, I thought what we were doing for them was the blessing to them but reality was they were the blessing to me.