Invite the Founder

Invite Phil Hepworth

Pioneering Founder. International Leader. Christian Humanitarian. Inspiring Communicator. Author.

Phil Hepworth founded Water for Africa in 2012, turning a step of faith into an international Christian humanitarian organization operating across Australia, Tanzania and the United States.

With more than a decade of hands-on experience, Phil has built a trusted, locally led operation with a team of 30 Tanzanian professionals, helping provide safe, clean water to more than one million people each year.

Phil brings firsthand experience in pioneering and leading an international mission, building trusted partnerships and overcoming challenges — alongside inspiring stories of God’s faithfulness.

Ways to Engage with Phil

Phil welcomes opportunities to connect face-to-face across the United States and Australia.

• Mission Partnerships — Explore collaborating with Water for Africa’s established Tanzanian team to deliver sustainable clean water projects.
• Speaking Engagements — Invite Phil to speak at your church, conference, ministry or leadership event.
• Leadership Conversations — Connect with Phil to discuss pioneering leadership, organizational growth and lessons learned along the way.
• Podcast & Media Interviews — Invite Phil for in-person podcast, television, radio or press interviews.
• Other Opportunities — Share an invitation aligned with Phil’s experience and mission.

Author of God’s Underdog — Discover the faith journey behind Water for Africa.