WEF's mission is inspiring the water community in pursuit of human and environmental well-being. WEF is a global environmental leader committed to water quality education and technical best practices. WEF connects water professionals; enriches the expertise of water professionals; increases the awareness of the impact and value of water; and provides a platform for water section innovation.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$46.4M
+12.5% YoY
Annual Giving
$113K
+20.3% YoY
Grant Count
11
+22.2% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$10K
-1.6% YoY
About Water Environment Federation
Based on IRS filings
Water Environment Federation is a nonprofit organization focused on Environment & Animals, based in ALEXANDRIA, VA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $46.4M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 11 grants totaling $113K. Net investment income was $915K.
Focus Areas
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $46,444,932 | $41,273,797 | $39,764,439 |
| Revenue | $31,872,253 | $26,779,126 | $23,632,520 |
| Expenses | $32,815,938 | $27,924,125 | $26,240,078 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $914,778 | $688,825 | $631,672 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
40 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
3 open opportunities from Water Environment Federation
Fair Distinguished Engineering Educator Medal Grant
Water Environment Federation
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Public Communication & Outreach Program Awards Grant
Water Environment Federation
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
WEF Canham Graduate Studies Scholarship Grant
Water Environment Federation
Amount
US $25,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include National Association of Clean Water Agencies ($17,001), Illinois WEA ($15,000), Iowa WEA ($15,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama's WEA Northport, AL | Program Support | $7,050 |
| Illinois WEA West Chicago, IL | Program Support | $15,000 |
| Indiana WEA Indianapolis, IN | Program Support | $11,815 |
| Iowa WEA Ames, IA | Program Support | $15,000 |
| Missouri WEA Liberty, MO | Program Support | $6,110 |
| National Association of Clean Water Agencies Baltimore, MD | Program Support | $17,001 |
| Nebraska WEA Omaha, NE | Program Support | $7,500 |
| Nevada WEA Las Vegas, NV | Program Support | $9,900 |
| New England WEA (CT ME MA NH RI VT) Woburn, MA | Program Support | $6,500 |
| Rocky Mountain WEA (CO NM WY) Denver, CO | Program Support | $7,500 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jamie Eichenberger | Past President (through 10/23) | 6 | — |
| Ifetayo Venner PresThru 1023 | Past President (as 10/24) | 6 | — |
| Aimee Killeen Pres Elect | (as 10/23) Pres (as 10/24) | 6 | — |
| Howard Carter VPThru 1023 | Pres Elect (as 10/24) | 6 | — |
| Keith Hobson Treasurer | (Thru 10/23), VP (thru 10/24) | 6 | — |
| Christine Volkay-Hilditch | Treasurer (as 10/23) | 6 | — |
| Shellie Chard | Trustee (thru 10/23) | 4 | — |
| Gustavo Gallo | Trustee (thru 10/23) | 4 | — |
| Janet Cann | Trustee | 4 | — |
| Diego Rosso | Trustee | 4 | — |
| Stephen Sanders | Trustee | 4 | — |
| Corey Williams | Trustee | 4 | — |
| Tracy Ekola | Trustee (as 10/23) | 4 | — |
| Kalpna Solanki | Trustee (as 10/23) | 4 | — |
| Ralph Exton | Secr. & Exec Dir(starting 07/24) | 37.5 | — |
| Kathleen C Waugh | COO (Ending 06/24) | 37.5 | $251,017 |
| Karen A Powderly | Chief Financial Officer | 37.5 | $190,130 |
| Raymond L Bianchi | Mgn Dir Business Development | 37.5 | $197,370 |
| Stephanie D Jones | Mgn Dir., Professional Development | 37.5 | $183,539 |
| Andrea E Pellegrino | Mgn Dir. Membership, Marketing & Communications | 37.5 | $175,017 |
| Larissa O Hanpeter | Mgn Dir., Human Resources | 37.5 | $170,647 |
| Renee Kayal | Mgn. Dir, Gover & Assoc Engagement | 37.5 | $167,639 |
| Walter Marlowe | FMR Exec Dir (Ending 05/23) | — | $266,223 |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Water Environment Federation?
Water Environment Federation is a nonprofit organization focused on Environment & Animals, based in ALEXANDRIA, VA. It holds $46.4M in total assets as of 2024.
How large is Water Environment Federation?
As of 2024, Water Environment Federation holds $46.4M in total assets with $31.9M in annual revenue. It awarded 11 grants totaling $113K in 2024.
Where does Water Environment Federation operate?
Water Environment Federation has awarded grants in Alaska, Alabama, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, Washington.
What size grants does Water Environment Federation award?
In 2024, Water Environment Federation awarded 11 grants totaling $113K — an average of about $10K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Water Environment Federation's EIN?
Water Environment Federation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 53-0225129. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
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