Watersheds United Vermont Inc
Watersheds United Vermont (WUV) is a statewide network based in Montpelier, Vermont, that supports community-based watershed groups working to protect and restore Vermont’s waters. It is a public charity that makes subgrants and also provides watershed organizations with resources, training, coordination, and a voice in state-level processes.
Watersheds United Vermont Inc at a glance
In short: Watersheds United Vermont Inc gave $2.4M across 34 grants in 2024 (avg $71K), mostly in Vermont. 47% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $2,413,911
- +48.6% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 34
- +41.7% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $70,997
- +4.9% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $42,053
- Total assets
- $510,633
- +1.6% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 47% first-time grantees (16 of 34, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Vermont (80% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Watersheds United Vermont Inc
- How to Apply
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WUV’s website lists grant applications and guidance for specific programs. The Enhancement Project Development and Clean Water Workforce Capacity Development grant cycles had deadlines of May 4 and April 10, 2026, respectively; both are past cycles as of October 2, 2026.
- Review Cycle
- The website lists a 2027 Enhancement Riparian Buffer Grant release date of September 15, 2026, a due date of October 23, 2026, and an expected award date in November 2026.
- Deadline
- The website lists a 2027 Enhancement Riparian Buffer Grant release date of September 15, 2026, a due date of October…
- Contact
Mailing address: 379 Elm Street, Montpelier, VT 05602
Phone: (802) 793-3887
Website: https://watershedsunitedvt.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
5 open opportunities from Watersheds United Vermont Inc
Clean Water Workforce Capacity Development (CWWCD) Block Grant
Watersheds United Vermont Inc
Amount
Up to US $35,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Enhancement Dam Removal Design and Implementation Block Grant
Watersheds United Vermont Inc
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
Enhancement Design and Implementation Block Grant
Watersheds United Vermont Inc
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
Who Watersheds United Vermont Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Connecticut River Conservancy ($333K). Together the top 10 received $1.7M.
Grant Size Distribution
96 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 67 grants of 96 (70%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
WUV’s mission and network are statewide, with a focus on community-based watershed groups in Vermont. Its 2024 grant dollars went primarily to Vermont recipients: the reported state shares were Vermont 80%, Massachusetts 14%, Virginia 6%, New Hampshire 1%, and New York 0%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 34 itemized grants.
Cities
Is Watersheds United Vermont Inc open to new grantees?
47%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 16 of 34 grantees (47%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $35K; repeat grants $103K. How we count
Medians: $17K first-time, $72K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $334K (2020) to $2.4M (2024). In 2024 it made 34 grants totaling $2.4M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut River Conservancy Greenfield, MA | Dam Removal Watershed Planning | $333,198 |
| Lewis Creek Association Charlotte, VT | Watershed Planning Buffer Planting | $259,906 |
| Friends of the Winooski River Montpelier, VT | Clean Water Design and Implementation | $182,766 |
| Friends of Northern Lake Champlain Saint Albans, VT | Clean Water Design and Implementation | $170,172 |
| White River Partnership South Royalton, VT | Clean Water Design and Implementation | $163,391 |
| Trout Unlimited Arlington, VA | Clean Water Design and Implementation | $135,937 |
| Memphremagog Watershed Association Newport, VT | Clean Water Design and Implementation | $118,588 |
| Vermont Land Trust Montpelier, VT | Clean Water Design and Implementation | $108,386 |
| Farm and Wilderness Foundation Plymouth, VT | Dam Removal | $102,762 |
| Missisquoi River Basin Association East Berkshire, VT | Clean Water Design and Implementation | $96,999 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $510,633 | $2,399,616 | $2,661,668 | $2,413,911 | 34 |
| 2023 | $502,583 | $1,948,003 | $1,748,602 | $1,623,985 | 24 |
| 2022 | $323,644 | $871,166 | $895,029 | $762,484 | 17 |
| 2021 | $217,177 | $583,782 | $465,095 | $350,271 | 11 |
| 2020 | $173,017 | $466,162 | $464,502 | $333,751 | 10 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
WUV’s mission is to empower community-based watershed groups throughout Vermont to protect and restore the state’s waters. Its work includes sharing information and resources, hosting workshops and networking sessions, building the capacity of watershed groups, connecting them with partners, and helping them participate in policy processes.
WUV’s subgrants support watershed organizations and partners. The 2024 filing identifies funding for riparian buffer planting, clean water project development and design and implementation, dam removal design and implementation, capacity building, watershed planning, and education and outreach. On its website, WUV describes an upcoming riparian buffer grant for native woody plantings along Vermont rivers and streams, with minimum planting-width and density requirements.
Among 2024 grantees, the Connecticut River Conservancy describes its work as restoring and advocating for clean water, healthy habitats, and resilient communities. The Friends of the Winooski River says it works to protect and restore the Winooski River, while the White River Partnership describes itself as a community-based nonprofit working to improve the White River’s long-term health. Other grantees include organizations whose stated missions concern watershed conservation, land protection, conservation education, and community food systems.
Grantmaking
In 2024, WUV reported 34 grants totaling $2,413,911. Grant amounts ranged from $6,500 to $333,198, with a median of $42,052.
The largest reported grants included $333,198 to Connecticut River Conservancy for dam removal watershed planning; $259,906 to Lewis Creek Association for watershed planning and buffer planting; and $182,766 to Friends of the Winooski River for clean water design and implementation. Other major awards included $170,172 to Friends of Northern Lake Champlain, $163,391 to White River Partnership, and $135,937 to Trout Unlimited, each for clean water design and implementation. WUV also awarded $118,588 to Memphremagog Watershed Association and $108,386 to Vermont Land Trust for that purpose, as well as $102,762 to Farm and Wilderness Foundation for dam removal.
WUV’s filing says it issues requests for proposals, develops application materials, uses a grant review team to assess project value and eligibility, and enters into subgrant agreements. It oversees projects by reviewing reports and deliverables and conducting follow-up monitoring. The filing also says WUV follows Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation subgrant requirements.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Carolyn Munno as executive director. Listed board officers and members are Lindsey Wight, president; Hilary Solomon, treasurer; Kathy Urffer, secretary; and Patrick Hurley, Mary Russ, John Groveman, and Kent Henderson, board members.
Watersheds United Vermont Inc is led by Carolyn Munno, Executive Director since 2024 (on filings since 2020); 1 of 8 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Carolyn Munno
Executive Director
Executive Di → Executive Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$55K (2020) → $91K (2024)
Lindsey Anne Wight
President
Secretary → Chair, 2023
Chair → President, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Hilary Solomon
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
John Mark Groveman
Board Member
Director → Board Member, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kent Edward Henderson
Board Member
Director → Board Member, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mary Russ
Board Member
Chair → Board Member, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kathy Urffer
Secretary
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Patrick Hurley
Board Member
Vice Chair → Board Member, 2024
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (8)
- Former: Lyn Munno (2023) — Executive Director
- Former: Emily Davis (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Kristine Frances Stepenuck (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Mike Kline (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Patrick Hulrey (2022) — Director
- Former: Kendall Lambert (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Grey Hagwood (2020) — Director
- Former: Lydia Menendez Parker (2020) — Director
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.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $91K, to Carolyn Munno (Executive Director).
Frequently asked questions about Watersheds United Vermont Inc
How much does Watersheds United Vermont Inc give each year?
Watersheds United Vermont Inc gave $2.4M across 34 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $1.6M across 24 grants.
What is Watersheds United Vermont Inc's typical grant size?
Watersheds United Vermont Inc's median grant in 2024 was $42,053, and its average grant was $70,997, across 34 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from Watersheds United Vermont Inc that year got $35K on average.
Where does Watersheds United Vermont Inc give grants?
Watersheds United Vermont Inc gives mostly in Vermont: 80% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The next largest states were Massachusetts (14%) and Virginia (6%). The most frequent recipient cities were Montpelier, VT (5 grants), Newport, VT (2 grants), Morrisville, VT (2 grants) and Burlington, VT (2 grants).
Does Watersheds United Vermont Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 34 grants with a stated purpose on Watersheds United Vermont Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Clean Water Design and Implementation" (15 grants), "Watershed Planning" (3 grants) and "Capacity Building" (3 grants).
Who are Watersheds United Vermont Inc's largest grantees?
Watersheds United Vermont Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Connecticut River Conservancy ($333,198), Lewis Creek Association ($259,906) and Friends of the Winooski River ($182,766), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 32% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Watersheds United Vermont Inc?
Watersheds United Vermont Inc reported $511K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $2.4M.
What does Watersheds United Vermont Inc fund?
WUV’s mission is to empower community-based watershed groups throughout Vermont to protect and restore the state’s waters. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Watersheds United Vermont Inc?
WUV’s website lists grant applications and guidance for specific programs. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Watersheds United Vermont Inc's EIN?
Watersheds United Vermont Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 83-1625362. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS October 13, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 14, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 12, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 10, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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