Clean Water Solutions in Liberia

After a stranger from Liberia sent me Facebook message asking for money, I put him to work as a photographer. I soon published a book with all his pictures and titled it "By D Grace of God." In this video I share how the money we raised was put to use.
You can join the cause and learn more at www.bydgraceofgod.com

[@Ken_Ishizaki]

This should have been on KZbin Rewind 2018.

[@laithsondos5219]

Kenneth Ishizaki FAX

[@tabushka292]

"You know who really deserves to be in this rewind? Those who gave back to the community, those who spoke out on issues that really matter" Meaning.... DRAG QUEENS Meanwhile this guy is actually making a difference in Liberia....

[@whalesoup8914]

This man is literally one of the best people in KZbin

[@SunnyWu]

@@tabushka292 I'm born intersex so I think the LGBT community does need some publicity as for me I suffered greatly health wise until 20 because I had no idea things like this can even happen with absolutely no education on the topic, so yes it does matter. But I think KZbin is really pushing the topic way too much and they constantly use drag queens to represent the community, which really isn't the community and it reinforces stereotypes. Seriously the LGBT community is nothing like they show in the videos, the only ones like that are usually marching in the pride parade. So yeah, KZbin should really diversify the stuff they show and promote.

[@LukeSaward]

@JAffacakeSON BLAHA what are you on about? I dont get it

[@ShreyasSreedhar2]

This man helped Liberian more than the Liberian Government has done to it's own country.

[@NarnianLady]

So it seems. It is sad that NGOs and private citizens are needed to take care of basic human needs which the government and public sector should be providing...

[@4ts135]

Both Ben and Joel. But yes, it's a sad thing to admit, but they probably have made more of a difference!

[@derivedfromcannatv8634]

"That's What I Like To Hear." - Derived From Canna TV

[@LoskiWay]

I’m Liberian and I 100 percent agree with you.

[@papagramps1257]

Loski May I ask are you watching this from Liberia? Or are you Liberian IN America?

[@ExtremeEpicYoutub100]

This is one of those videos which gives me hope in humanity, and truly shows the kindness of other humans.

[@PlayerWellKnown]

Enzo, you're not a libtard mate. You can see the difference in the like ratio which evidences that people agree with you.

[@flashbash2]

@Reunite The British Empire I don't know why it bothers you so much and why you go around insulting people for wanting to help. You do bring up some good points, I won't argue that everything you said is completely wrong. I do disagree with a lot, but I also think that anyone who truly wants to help people should try to understand what the situation is. The irony is that everything you are saying is brought up as an excuse why people SHOULDN'T help. It's ironic because if you don't care, why does it get you upset that people are trying to do something to fix it? You even state that people in Africa, a massive continent filled with various different languages, cultures, and beliefs, might not deserve our food. If we spent time trying to figure out whether or not people actually "deserved" our care, love, support, help, etc. before doing anything, we wouldn't actually be helping. Doctors understand this. They help people regardless of situation. And even people who seem to be under the impression that you should only help people who deserve it will inevitably help those they really care about without objectively trying to gauge whether or not they are deserving. And you say that it doesn't matter who you are, but it actually really does. From the mouth (or keyboard in this case) of someone who actually cares about others, "If you give cheap stuff, you will destroy their hope," leads to a solution, not an excuse. It leads people to come together, discuss the real problems, and find ways to help without causing more strain on society. And amazing things happen when people come together. That's a REAL positive statement. Think about this: You seem to think that giving water directly to the people ignores producers. That would be great if water was something that is produced. That isn't the case. You mention things like agriculture, which is irrelevant to the point. Yes, let farmers and kids and families get water. It's literally falling from the sky. This is about giving Liberians the means to harvest their own water. Giving "producers" this opportunity, will stimulate growth as they will be able to use that water to create other things, like crops, that they can sell. One last point, this is all about giving people the means to provide for themselves, not providing things for them, which makes a lot of your points irrelevant.

[@flashbash2]

@Reunite The British Empire not sure if you partly misunderstood me or just don't agree with anything I said. Your example about the "helpless hobo" is far from what I was saying. There's a huge difference between enabling someone and giving them the opportunity to better themselves and encouraging them along the way. We're all human here and what a lot of people need is to feel like their lives can improve. And their lives can improve. It happens. Everyone isn't destined for the same fate. Encouragement and support works and people change. That's a fact. I'm not under the delusion that it's easy, but I'm also not under the delusion that we can't make any positive changes in the world. Often times, you need to give people fish so they won't die, but if you stop there, you'll only make the problem worse. I feel we're in full agreement there. But if you teach them to fish, you can help them not only feed themselves but others as well. I wasn't saying anyone was helpless. I don't believe that and I think anyone who does is deluded. But somehow when I advocate helping people to stand on their own, you somehow think that's the same thing.

[@flashbash2]

@Reunite The British Empire all I'm saying is that we should help each other without first worrying about who deserves it.

[@flashbash2]

@Reunite The British Empire that's fine. But I wasn't even talking about Africa in my last comment. I was talking about helping people in general. I was talking about the people who have actually gotten people off the streets and off to living a better life. I was talking about people who have provided jobs for people who were desperate for work I was talking about people who trained and equipped people who seemed to have no way to improve their life. That does happens. It's not a lie.

[@Courtney1992]

This is like the only channel where this person isn't trying to make KZbin a career and is truely making a difference why so little subscribers?

[@hymer4561]

cdude100 cause no fortnite

[@johnnyf96]

people are idiots

[@vergil636]

hymer 5 KZbinRS THAT HAVENT PLAYED FORTNITE

[@PikaRaichupikapika]

Cuz people wanna run from the truth

[@mikethompson5966]

'nice guys finish last' almost always applies in life.

[@caralhoguy]

Nice to see another Pleasant Green video about Liberia

[@Bl4ckw0lf1]

Water for schools rock. I hope that Joel is still taking pictures for book 2.

[@MarcosCodas]

There IS a second book.

[@MegaMegaMiner100]

Book 3

[@xlaZuRelx]

It will be awesome if Joel took pictures of the before and after the charity works and infrastructure resulted from book 1, as a new photo book.

[@filmesbaratos5322]

@Reunite The British Empire of course he did for the money idiot what is a business for? to just keep running and running and not improve your life? why do you think rich people get richer by sitting home and hating? loser stay off your moms basement

[@tylerl4320]

Filmes Baratos of course he did it for money lol, he needed it badly. but it’s not like he’s greedy, he put full effort it, and then he even gave it for charity

[@pasabhui]

I lived in Liberia for 4 years, and it's really great to see how you are helping the people of the country, which I have felt to be a second home for me.

[@thisonlygirl2010]

"Mr. Ben", you have given so many people in dire situations tools to help them survive more honestly and ultimately thrive. This channel deserves more attention; it's clear it would be paid forward 🖤

[@Kazuma42]

Being disabled, I'll never be an on the ground in the thick of it missionary, but I now found how I can help those in need far from my home. I'll be talking to my wife on when and how we can bless this effort. Starting with our own copy of the books, and hopefully more. Not sure how much, but this really warms my heart on how 2 strangers willing to work together can change a country! I need to be a part of this!

[@edible383]

Bless the rain down the Africa...

[@Balakey8]

Thank you Dan 53s, very cool!

[@darrendavies5704]

Literally!

[@sav-]

Within the past month, I’ve gotten reallly into watching videos on KZbin about scams and irs scams and the such, and found your channel (by d grace of god!). I watched from the beginning of Joel’s story up until now. I started yesterday afternoon and had some breaks in between, but finished this afternoon. I’m looking forward to new videos! The video of the kids getting the backpacks and the clothes legit made me cry TEARS! Love this channel. You are a little shining beacon of hope to the world, Ben.

[@merdelune9]

Savannah Tatianna Same with me

[@waaaazaaaa2008]

I ended here in the same way

[@yosefialim6474]

I experienced the same too...the past few days I am so into watching video about scams because I got scam few weeks ago...then I found Pleasant Green channel.....this term "by the grace of god" sounds so familiar now...I first got it from the scammer who scam me hahaha.. I have watched from the beginning too...almost shed my tears..keep up the good work!

[@noguruespanol]

Agree. First day instantly I subbed and Watched till 2am many vídeos

[@rolandog6388]

I have been donating to Charity Water and I'm glad that Pleasant Green and our community is doing something for clean water too!

[@SString215]

This channel needs more attention. I’ll share it on my pages but, we all need to spread the word. For the children of Liberia! 🇱🇷 💕

[@akinyemiakinsanmi8215]

👏👏👏 though I can see some are trying to be there usual selves in the comments but I forgive them for they do not know how far, long and "impactful" this project is. Once again thank you so much and I will try to meet some NGOs in Nigeria to take this idea on, most especially in our south-south region where most of the water is polluted as result of crude oil activities and neither the government nor the international oil producing companies cares to remedy the wickedness imposed on the people.

[@sav-]

Akinyemi Akinsanmi ♥️♥️♥️

[@lamedrawings]

@Reunite The British Empire wow. Just wow.

[@vergil636]

Reunite The British Empire hmm ah yes make something good bad

[@JasieK0]

that's helping - not just throwing money at poor people

[@Zoratoune]

I really like the project, because you have actual incentive to do the work besides being charitable, being able to make money while doing good must be a really great experience for you.

[@Danifedi]

Watching from Nigeria with tears... All I can say is thank you. started from the Nigerian scam videos, now several hours deep with your videos. forever a fan, hopefully one day I will play a part in all this. worth my data

[@benvail6395]

Really glad to hear you have moved on from giving loans. Investing in local business is great, but doing it by becoming their debt collector isn't. Sounds like the only regular ongoing costs for these water units are the filters?

[@maximumkorb]

I just stumbled across this channel on a whim, and holy moly! I just binge watched all the videos from the very beginning in 2014. It was simply amazing to see you go from being just a random dude screwing over scammers to a full fledged business man and philanthropist all because of some Liberian scammer with a heart of gold. This is one of the most wholesome channels on this entire site, and I'm glad to have finally found it. Thanks so much for doing what you do. Hopefully, you can make a sequel with Emanuel in Nigeria.

[@julienbo]

This is getting Nobel Price worthy

[@brandonjablasone7544]

Julien Boisvert it should they are real life hero

[@omkarshrikanth2843]

I thought this segment was dead....thanks a loy

[@bmags345]

it probably should be

[@-TJ-]

Now kids will be encouraged to go to school and learn even it if just means clean water.

[@janwegrzyn]

@Reunite The British Empire wtf dude

[@cringium]

@宇宙不思議な the comment was deleted

[@dale5471]

Labored Gaming do you know what he said

[@debretristin4679]

THIS MAN IS TRULY A BLESSING ✌✌✌

[@wokefromthematrixspreadthe5425]

I never get enough of the perfectly placed video clips of shows and movies to intensify the way you feeling some times lol

[@Peridium]

Bought both books and been waiting for an update on this for a looooong time. You and Joel have done an amazing job.

[@greenmountainbrownie6473]

Never clicked on a notification so quickly. Love this channel

[@werruraz]

Musa needs to stop disliking the videos

[@kurtd8263]

Wow. This is one of the best stories I've seen on KZbin. I've just watched all the videos on this channel, approx 3hrs of viewing of amazing heart warming entertainment, such a turn around of a would be scammer to someone doing good for his country helping people less privileged than ourselves for things that we take for granted like clean water, clothes, pens and paper ect. Just ordered the 2x by d grace of God books for $25 including shipping to the UK. Hopefully the little money I've spent will go along way to the people of Liberia.

[@MrShaky-gi8lj]

Hell yeah pleasant green your the man even though everyone said that you were the man behind the scam I never thought that just being honest would you done here is absolutely amazing Collecting rain water and filtering It is so basic by yet so brilliant at the same time good work dude keep it up

[@erictucker2926]

Thanks brother.....for the good job. I am a Liberian living in North America and very happy to see this programme.

[@jennyyawu6467]

Blessings will locate you, your team and your family where ever you go. words can't express how happy i am as a liberian to see this.

[@chukums]

Thanks for doing this. You empowered Joel, instead of just sending money.

[@kevinyancey958]

I bought a digital copy. I'm hoping it gives more than a physical book. I'm not a wealthy person, but these acts must be supported by everyone that has $5 they can spend. Clean water is the single most important resource that un/under-developed countries struggle over, and water borne illnesses kill too many people across the globe, everyday. What you're doing is so simple, but has the greatest impact! Thank you, both Ben and Joel.

[@Buckykatt]

whats happening with the other scammer?

[@dadabee36]

Tyler Ash he used that story to get your attention and get the opportunity to help this cause. Great marketing move and great job he’s doing

[@Elmistermarcus]

🗿

[@sebby324]

They scam

[@tirthp1735]

Wow this movement/ Joel story turned out to be such an amazing positive outcome. Happy to see the impact. Excellent work Pleasant Green :)

[@bobvanalphen8078]

I just watched the whole Liberia series and it was wonderful! You and Joel are doing a great job and it was really moving to see how thankful everybody is. I will definitely buy one of those books!

[@Infarlock]

Yayyyy Joel video Thank you for keeping contact with him and supporting Liberia, those guys need help

[@lentilsoupwithcoconut]

Awesome! I just ran into this story yesterday and ordered both books in a heartbeat! You're doing great work my man.

[@dawnl.7792]

so happy to see what's going on in liberia. thank you ben for taking a chance on joel, and thank you joel for taking a chance on ben. you two have made quite a team. may God continue to bless what you are doing.

[@rinkazu3798]

That's so great! I love the idea that water is available in schools. I hope more children are well and healthy and can gain more knowledge.

[@theun-personing5674]

You do an amazing service no doubt and I truly commend you. What puzzles me though is over the last few decades worldwide charities have donated billions over this time yet these countries never seem to progress noticeably.

[@Kamadev888]

mostly the countries and places that have given up the handouts have progressed. In some countries there is one part of a countryside where people have come together and rejected foreign 'aid', and have created a thriving economy, while their neighbours in the same countryside are still on foreign aid and still poor. It's incredible but true. Also, lord knows where all those billions go.

[@tylerdejong6930]

I went from watching videos about pranking scammers to African philanthropy videos. Never seen this kind of content on scambaiting channels, and I always think about how they never show what life is like in Nigeria or India and the situations that these people are in. You're doing a great job!

[@xlaZuRelx]

It will be awesome if Joel took pictures of the before and after the charity works and infrastructure resulted from book 1, as a new photo book.

[@dimpitsikas]

I just binged the whole series just from a recommended video. I have to say, HOLY SHIT, THANK YOU FOR BEING *HUMAN* Hats off from Greece!

[@bethzambone806]

I thoroughly enjoy the updates of you and Joel!!

[@alexisperez6545]

I loved this series. I loved watching them with my parents 😊

[@Dividenden_Hai]

Just ordered the book! I found your channel today and its such an important project. Keep up the good work

[@illumililium]

Dude you and Joel deserve to be in history books after all you guys have done. God bless you both and thank you.

[@kinn4086]

Watched all of your videos on Joel/Liberia . Lost some sleep, but it was so worthwhile. If my student loans come through, I'm going to snap up the second book--so excited.

[@IATube]

Truly Joel knew that God has chosen you to help an these people. God bless you Ben!

[@russ_toq1]

I am from liberia and I love the way you helped Joel and others love the videos ! 📷

[@fricken_stoat]

was very excited to see this, excited to get my two books. thank you so much again.

[@frankyvibes9368]

Hi Mr Ben,I am Franklin from Nigeria, I am really happy for what you are doing in Liberia. May God bless you.

[@gnsksj]

Mr. Green, you may not acknowledge, but I see a saint in you. Thank you very much.

[@GreshamOnlineVideo]

I ordered both books today, Keep up the good work and tell Joel I said hi.

[@KarateDuckFull]

I thought you stopped the whole liberia segment, nice to see that you are still helping!

[@mitziepoo5869]

Ben, may God bless you and your family for creating some type of resource for Liberia and others

[@debfryer2437]

God bless you Brother for what you have done here. See we never know where a small act of kindness will lead. I wish I was young again and could use You Tube this effectively. God bless.

[@ralphtime]

I love coming here. Makes me feel all warm on the inside.

[@mjozzy111]

Just bought a mug. Bless those small children. Keep up the good work. By d Grace of God

[@sarahjones6644]

God bless your heart brother for your great work. I’m Liberian myself living in Canada Edmonton, Albert

[@JosselinCORNOU]

This is one channel Pewdiepie should recommend! Thanks for all the work on this !

[@bikinggal1]

I love you and what you are doing!! Thank you! XXOO And all the people who are part of this too!!

[@ruthv2352]

You and your friends are truly true Missionaries! God Bless!!!!

[@the_water_wizard952]

If you want the water to stay clean it has to be some ware _ ware the sun light will not hit The 50 gallon bins other wise mo!d will grow Inside of the bins

[@vicniglio]

They might have a antifungal in there or something. Like copper that wont happen. Still even w the bs this is better than the alternative. Besides they got a filter. Id rather be drinking filtered mold water than water w unfiltered human and animal waste and more

[@the_water_wizard952]

@Reunite The British Empire than what are they storing the water In ¿

[@the_water_wizard952]

@@vicniglio what bull shit, ? o you mean ( 🐄💩 ) 😂😂😂😂😂

[@INMARtv]

Well if it is in the sun it will evaporate.

[@sav-]

They have some technique . They wouldn’t be doing this shit just willy-nilly. They know what they’re doing.

[@jazz8787]

Thanks to you, Joel, and the rest of your team for what you do for the people of Liberia. New sub from Asia. 💚👏👍

[@musumorris7891]

This man and joe are God fearling people,God bless the two off you for the work of God. Aman

[@luopumckay127]

Thanks for all u are doing for my country

[@rebeccabeyan3472]

Let God continue to bless you on this journey.

[@user-ku3jt1dy3c]

WHY THE HECK ARE YOU SO UNDER RATED . THIS VIDEO SHOULD HAVE MILLIONS AND MILLIONS OF VIEWS !!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@ToxicZen1436]

Gosh Ben I don't know what I'm going to do when I run out of your videos to watch😑 I watch you all day lol I love your channel, I love what you do, and I love the people you change 🤍

[@billcole727]

Liberia is one of few countries in the world with six months of intense rainfall. Bless your holy name for that heavenly father!

[@78mkhar]

Oh wow, you are just an amazing person. May god continue to bless you!

[@ericdodson3630]

I wonder if Joel understands how much good he has been able to do. This is such an inspirational story

[@user-vn7ce5ig1z]

Holy crap Ben, you're officially and legitimately an actual, genuine, bona fide philanthropist. I wouldn't be surprised in the least to see you at some sort of event rubbing elbows with Bill Gates soon. You're truly an inspiration. 👍 Did you ever imagine your life turning out like this? 🤔

[@UniversePlaylist07]

Oh wow...that's great man...God bless you ❤👏👏👏

[@raoulduke8170]

My man Joel...looking good..keep it up you guys...proud of ya...

[@hellothew]

1:53 wow Joel’s moved up in life! From begging for money every week from Ben he now has a nice phone, nice canon camera, and a nice watch - all from honest work.

[@daleigou943]

You are the reason I still have faith in humanity!

[@ismaelmartinez8403]

I bless the rains down in africa!

[@evadavis8418]

You guys are amazing..May God richly blessed ya'll!!

[@jettyjetz651]

Water baloon is called sachet water mr pleasant green lol

[@ProfesionalVideoWatcher]

We call it this way. "Pure Water"

[@bloodeagle2234]

it's crazy to think that by you taking a chance sending that $30 camera ended with 100's of kids with school supplies and clean water which very well could save one of their lives! awesome. all because u took a chance!

[@GodofDisco]

What a positive video!!! Thank you for the update.

[@hauler-hx6gw]

Those 28 dislikes are from the water bottle companies

[@stickshiftt9127]

Great job Ben!! This is very motivating stuff!

[@MMILFAD]

I appreciate your impact to help the helpless. I have seen previous videos, where good deeds have aspired from total strangers and would refer to your interaction as a God sent. I am however confused with the book's title, as it was clear there was no dubious intentions, but someone who truly needed help and with your smart thinking you responded passionately testing his motive, fair enough, I salute you, and your endeavor to take it to another level, and since, you continue to find ways and means to help, not many people would go this length. I am just curious about the title of the book, "from scammer to saint", which is obviously an eye catcher for sales, but sounds negative, until one reads the book, otherwise, that is the impression portrayed of another kindhearted fellow like yourself who was in dire need when he first approached you. I'm certain there are many other attractive selling titles that could draw attention. An eg. "The stranger who begged for money". It's straight to the point, but with curiosity too, and not demeaning. I'm sure Joe doesn't mind as he sees you effortless...thank you and God bless you all who are transforming the lives of many unprivileged...

[@parabirb]

thanks for the update! i just watched this series and really enjoyed it. :)

[@camroymcfoy2233]

Great job, keep up the good work. Your work is not in vain

[@dumindunadun1298]

You should be Liberia's president :)

[@brandonjablasone7544]

Dumidu Nadun only bad think is you need to be born in Liberia and black before you become president. I know it’s sucks

[@thegigadykid1]

@@brandonjablasone7544 no thats the best thing for liberia.

[@BanjoJo]

This is beautiful.

[@EsotericOccultist]

Beautiful. Absolutely beautiful.

[@hollyl9151]

Thank you for your gift!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@maggiesjourney3877]

RIGHT ON. Water is life. ❤️

[@bignose140]

You are a good man Mr Green!

[@edubioeffiong4700]

Will love to help too!!! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@georgegibson1265]

God Bless you brother...🙏🙏

[@AlexBurgers]

Amazing video great work

[@bekahfankhauser8698]

The water bags and water bottles are made in Liberia. There are several companies that filter and sell water. :)

[@PleasantGreen]

Thanks! From what I saw, most of the bottled water was imported from Lebanon.

[@AliBaba-vw7mo]

Nice of you to do this