American Water Works Association Ohio Section
The Ohio Section - American Water Works Association (OAWWA) is a professional membership organization dedicated to supporting water professionals across Ohio through education, training events, and networking opportunities. As part of the national AWWA, the organization provides members with resources covering the full spectrum of the water cycle including infrastructure, treatment, quality, regulation, legislation, and sustainability. OAWWA hosts annual technical conferences, local section events, and operates scholarship programs for students pursuing water industry careers while advocating for improved water service and policy advancement in the state.
American Water Works Association Ohio Section at a glance
In short: American Water Works Association Ohio Section gave $43K across 2 grants in 2024 (avg $22K), mostly in Colorado. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $43,467
- Grants made (2024)
- 2
- Average grant
- $21,734
- Median grant
- $21,734
- Total assets
- $700,450
- +3.8% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Colorado (83% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated October 2026.
Who American Water Works Association Ohio Section funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Water for People ($36K). Together the top 2 received $43K.
Grant Size Distribution
2 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 2 grants of 2 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2024 it made 2 grants totaling $43K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Water for People Greenwood Village, CO | Support for international clean water and sanitation initiatives | $35,995 |
| DigDeep Los Angeles, CA | Support for domestic clean water access projects | $7,472 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $700,450 | $479,786 | $486,111 | $43,467 | 2 | $2,602 |
| 2023 | $675,035 | $332,376 | $342,903 | — | — | $3,931 |
| 2022 | $693,565 | $436,996 | $338,315 | — | — | $90 |
| 2021 | $592,623 | $304,133 | $176,322 | — | — | $90 |
| 2020 | $457,062 | $202,769 | $299,301 | — | — | $262 |
About American Water Works Association Ohio Section
Based on IRS filings
American Water Works Association Ohio Section is a public charity focused on public and societal benefit, based in Westerville, OH. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $700K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 2 grants totaling $43K. Net investment income was $3K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
American Water Works Association Ohio Section is led by Luke Murry, Chair since 2024 (on filings since 2020); none of the 12 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Luke Murry
Chair
Trustee → Vice Chair, 2023
Vice Chair → Chair, 2024
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lance Livesay
Sw District Trustee
Trustee → Sw District Trustee, 2023
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Scott Ballenger
Nw District Trustee
Trustee → Nw District Trustee, 2023
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jennifer Webster
Trustee at Large
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Tyler Converse
Awwa Director
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Tyler York
Se District Trustee
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Annette Mollet
Ne District Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Matt Steele
Trustee at Large
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Glenn Marzluf
Secretary
Assistant Secretary → Secretary, 2023
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Valerie Copanic
Vice Chair
Treasurer → Vice Chair, 2024
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Michael Giangiordano
Past Chair
Chair → Past Chair, 2024
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Tim McCann
Treasurer
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (13)
- Former: Denita Bonhart (2020–2023) — Ne District Trustee
- Former: Marcus Lehotay (2020–2023) — Past Chair
- Former: Jason Adkins (2022–2023) — Trustee at Large
- Former: Danella Pettenski (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Daryl Bowling (2020–2022) — Trustee at L
- Former: George Sendrey (2020–2022) — Secretary
- Former: Mike Giangiordano (2020–2022) — Vice Chair
- Former: Sam W. Jacob (2020–2022) — Past Chair
- Former: Jason Phillips (2020–2021) — Trustee
- Former: Sierra McCreary (2020–2021) — Past Chair
- Former: Stacia Eckenwiler (2020–2021) — Trustee at L
- Former: Franco Lucarelli (2020) — Past Chair
- Former: Valerie Meyers (2020) — Treasurer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about American Water Works Association Ohio Section
How much does American Water Works Association Ohio Section give each year?
American Water Works Association Ohio Section gave $43K across 2 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990.
How large is American Water Works Association Ohio Section?
American Water Works Association Ohio Section reported $700K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $480K.
What is American Water Works Association Ohio Section?
American Water Works Association Ohio Section is a public charity focused on public and societal benefit, based in Westerville, OH. It holds $700K in total assets as of 2024.
Where does American Water Works Association Ohio Section operate?
American Water Works Association Ohio Section has awarded grants in California, Colorado.
What is American Water Works Association Ohio Section's EIN?
American Water Works Association Ohio Section's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 23-7026162. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS October 23, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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