The Goodenough Community has existed for half a century as an abundant well, where many have quenched their desire for belonging and found rejuvenation for their soul. The community has stewarded the land at the Sahale Learning Center for us all to gather, honor, grow, and serve. Sahale is a powerful place which we can all simultaneously dip into, and replenish, the well of our own lives, returning to our day-to-day communities with insight and resilience. At Sahale, we become acutely aware of connection and sharing the water of life.
There is an immediate opportunity for us all to reciprocate the blessings of Sahale to insure that the land and its facilities will continue to hold and serve us all for innumerable years to come... by literally replenishing the water from which we have sustained ourselves while at Sahale.
The water source that serves the property is a natural spring that was originally harnessed as a resource in the 1940’s. It is affectionately referred to as “Brighdie’s Well,” although it is not an actual well. The spring will continue to provide water for years to come, but due to several environmental factors (not the least of which are more arid summers), it has become insufficient to fill the need during the busy, dry, summer months. It has come time to invest in an actual well and pump house.
However, we cannot accomplish this without you.
The Goodenough Community has already paid for the permitting from Mason County and the Washington State Department of Ecology. The work of drilling the well, installing the piping, wiring, and a pressure tank will be done by a locally-owned well-drilling company for $35,000.
This is very achievable! Community leaders have personally committed $13,000 to this cause. If only 30 people each contribute $850, or if 100 people can commit to $250, the need will be easily met. Every little drop counts, so please offer whatever is comfortable for you. Everyone’s contribution to the momentum will be appreciated. Please join!