When creating fire, so much depends upon the spark!
I Run For Water (the Prairie Fire Foundation) was formally started by Mike Stein in 2024. It originated with the idea of running a marathon and raising money for a water project as well as the San Lucas Mission in Guatemala in 2021.
Mission: Providing safe, clean water for all.
To support projects that promote:
- The Life and Dignity of all people
- Human Rights and Responsibilities
- Opportunities for the Poor and Vulnerable
- The Dignity of Work and the Rights of Workers
- Solidarity
- Care for the earth and environment
Latest News
November 26, 2025
Prairie Fire Foundation Hosts Charity Nights
Prairie Fire Foundation has recently added new fundraising events. Prairie Fire Foundation has partnered with eating establishments in the Johnson County, Iowa area to help raise funds for water projects to alleviate water poverty. These are fun events where all you have to do is eat! Show up for advertised nights and 10-15% of proceeds… Read More →
July 7, 2025
Stein ‘Runs For Water’ with a world view
07/07/25 DICKINSON COUNTY NEWS RUSS MITCHELL – MANAGING EDITOR When Mike Stein runs the half-marathon as part of University of Okoboji Homecoming weekend, he’ll be thinking about the 13.1 miles he has to cover. He hasn’t tackled the distance since undergoing neck surgery almost exactly a year ago. He’ll also be thinking about… Read More →
April 30, 2025