Jimmy "MrBeast" Donaldson and fellow creator Mark Rober have teamed up with WaterAid to launch #TeamWater, a high-impact fundraising campaign with ambitious goals—raising US $40 million by the end of August 2025 to provide two million people with clean water for a decade. This initiative comes at a critical time, as the 2023 World Water Development Report warns that climate change could cause the number of urban residents facing water scarcity to skyrocket to between 1.7 and 2.4 billion by 2050.

The campaign is powered by the influencer community, spanning creators across 21 countries and six continents, mobilizing billions of followers through compelling content, fundraising pledges, and social sharing. Backing this is notable institutional support: Google and YouTube have kickstarted the effort with a $2 million contribution, lending significant momentum and credibility.

What sets #TeamWater apart is its focus on sustainable, community-driven infrastructure. Proceeds will fund a range of solutions—from solar-powered wells and gravity-fed pipelines to mobile water-quality labs and filtration systems—all designed, installed, and maintained in collaboration with local communities. Through this model, the campaign not only provides immediate relief, but also supports long-term, locally managed water access—a testament to combining influencer reach with WaterAid’s proven humanitarian expertise.