Scott Harrison (born September 7, 1975)[1] is the founder and current CEO of the non-profit charity: water.

[2] Harrison is the author of Thirst: A Story of Redemption, Compassion, and a Mission to Bring Clean Water to the World.

During his volunteering time, Harrison realized that he could leverage his social networks and connections in New York to raise money.

In 2006, Harrison organized a party in one of Manhattan's clubs, charging $20 (£12) for entry, with the promise that all the money raised would go toward drilling wells in Africa.

[10][11] Charity: water gained popularity among the New York elite, both due to Harrison's personal connections and its use of social networks and digital tools.

At the same time, to support the work of the charity's staff, Harrison established a separate fund for donations.