Particle.news

Download on the App Store

MrBeast Publishes Video Proof Confirming 100 African Wells Still Working

He launched a $40 million TeamWater campaign to extend clean drinking water to two million people.

MrBeast speaks onstage during YouTube Brandcast 2025 at David Geffen Hall on May 14, 2025 in New York City.
MrBeast holds up a cup of dirty water as children stand in the background.
MrBeast pushed back against the claims surrounding his 100 Wells Campaign.

Overview

  • On August 7, MrBeast posted footage on X showing that all 100 wells built in November 2023 are still functioning more than a year later.
  • Online critics such as Chris Fronzak and the Fleccas Talks podcast had alleged that the wells failed due to lack of maintenance.
  • An August 1 update from Beast Philanthropy confirmed the wells remain fully operational and have served over 300,000 people.
  • TeamWater launched on August 1 with a $40 million fundraising goal to support additional clean water projects.
  • The month-long initiative engages thousands of online creators to provide years of clean drinking water to two million individuals.