Program Delivery
Implements evidence-based programs designed to achieve measurable outcomes and community impact.
International scientific and educational association dedicated to safe drinking water and water management
About Organization
American Water Works Association promotes public health, safety, and welfare through improvement of drinking water quality and quantity, representing utilities that supply 80 percent of North America's drinking water. Founded in 1881 and based in Denver, CO, the organization operates with $38.4 million in annual revenue and 163 employees, supported by 5,000 volunteers serving 50,000 members.
Program Delivery
Implements evidence-based programs designed to achieve measurable outcomes and community impact.
Capacity Building
Develops organizational infrastructure and partnerships to enhance service quality and sustainability.
Research Impact
Conducts research and evaluation to inform best practices and demonstrate program effectiveness.
Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.
Revenue (2024)
$38.4M
Expenses (2024)
$37.4M
Assets (2024)
$52.0M
Employees (2024)
163
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $38,422,084 | $37,431,979 | $51,996,323 | 163 |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | $37,424,051 | $35,716,118 | $51,811,132 | 166 |
| 2022 | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | $35,350,443 | $32,532,487 | $46,390,554 | 164 |
| 2021 | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | $36,832,448 | $27,733,903 | $47,244,350 | 167 |
| 2020 | — | — | — | — |
| 2020 | $23,995,722 | $27,284,216 | $36,777,196 | 166 |
| 2019 | $34,232,203 | $32,418,887 | $37,355,631 | 177 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.
Identifies community needs through data analysis and stakeholder engagement to inform program design.
Develops evidence-based programs and services tailored to address identified needs and achieve measurable outcomes.
Implements programs through trained staff and partners to ensure quality service delivery and participant engagement.
Measures program effectiveness and collects feedback to continuously improve services and demonstrate results.
Services and programs offered by American Water Works Association
Provides charitable gift designed to support organizational goals and deliver measurable community impact.
Delivers professional development and skill-building programs to enhance participant competency and career readiness.
Delivers targeted programs and resources to address community needs and advance organizational mission.
Meet the people behind American Water Works Association.
2020
2020
Enhanced service delivery and broadened community reach through strategic initiatives.
2023
2023
Enhanced service delivery and broadened community reach through strategic initiatives.
2026
2026
Enhanced service delivery and broadened community reach through strategic initiatives.
Board members, advisors, and key contributors
Kentucky-Tennessee 2025-2028 Hazen and Sawyer Nashville, TN
Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.
Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990
Total Reported (2024)
$2.8M
Highest Paid
$500K
David Lafrance
Compensated Officers
11
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Lafrance | Secretary/Chief Executive Officer | $450,759 | $49,147 | $499,906 | 40 |
| George Tracy Mehan Executive | Director, Government Affairs | $277,166 | $31,877 | $309,043 | 40 |
| Susan Franceschi | Chief Membership Officer | $248,127 | $21,874 | $270,001 | 40 |
| Tim Dunbar | Chief Financial Officer | $243,950 | $22,784 | $266,734 | 40 |
| Paula Macilwaine Deupty | Chief Executive Officer (End Jul) | $219,345 | $35,666 | $255,011 | 40 |
| Steve Via | Director - Federal Relations | $202,842 | $15,240 | $218,082 | 40 |
| Michael Hiskey | Director - IT | $190,132 | $27,595 | $217,727 | 40 |
| Gregory Kail | Director - Conference And Events | $156,669 | $45,814 | $202,483 | 40 |
| Cynthia Mccombe | Director - Communications | $166,713 | $33,080 | $199,793 | 40 |
| Donna Walstrom Director - | Marketing, Business And Donor Development | $166,951 | $25,087 | $192,038 | 40 |
| John Albert Deputy | Chief Executive Officer (Beg Jul) | $123,010 | $4,715 | $127,725 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Lafrance | Secretary/Chief Executive Officer | $423,147 | $53,288 | $476,435 | 40 |
| Paula Macilwaine | Deputy Chief Executive Officer | $287,282 | $49,193 | $336,475 | 40 |
| George Tracy Mehan | Executive Director, Gov'T Affairs | $275,482 | $46,496 | $321,978 | 40 |
| Susan Franceschi | Chief Membership Officer | $232,619 | $34,289 | $266,908 | 40 |
| Michael Hiskey | Director - IT | $181,551 | $38,042 | $219,593 | 40 |
| Steve Via | Director - Federal Relations | $186,311 | $19,376 | $205,687 | 40 |
| Gregory Kail | Director - Communications | $155,651 | $46,357 | $202,008 | 40 |
| Bob Lay | Chief Financial Officer (End Jul) | $170,910 | $30,298 | $201,208 | 40 |
| April Debaker | Director - Conference & Events | $155,469 | $37,875 | $193,344 | 40 |
| Cynthia Mccombe | Director - Marketing, Bus & DEV. | $159,344 | $24,587 | $183,931 | 40 |
| Tim Dunbar | Chief Financial Officer (Beg Nov) | $150,703 | $1,909 | $152,612 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Lafrance | Secretary/Chief Executive Officer | $408,144 | $49,674 | $457,818 | 40 |
| Paula Macilwaine | Deputy Chief Executive Officer | $270,790 | $57,138 | $327,928 | 40 |
| George Tracy Mehan | Executive Director, Govn'T Affairs | $258,546 | $44,293 | $302,839 | 40 |
| Bob Lay | Chief Financial Officer | $208,670 | $42,873 | $251,543 | 40 |
| Susan Franceschi | Chief Membership Officer | $209,592 | $31,893 | $241,485 | 40 |
| Michael Hiskey | Director - IT | $157,110 | $35,163 | $192,273 | 40 |
| Steve Via | Director - Federal Relations | $173,261 | $18,239 | $191,500 | 40 |
| Pamela Fithian | SR. Manager- Territory Sales | $163,496 | $23,363 | $186,859 | 40 |
| Therese Blacketor | Controller | $148,676 | $35,538 | $184,214 | 40 |
| Donna Walstrom | Manager- Territory Sales | $149,997 | $23,901 | $173,898 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Lafrance | Secretary/Chief Executive Officer | $362,849 | $48,412 | $411,261 | 40 |
| Paula Macilwaine | Deputy Chief Executive Officer | $259,136 | $51,458 | $310,594 | 40 |
| George Tracy Mehan | Executive Director, Government Affairs | $241,569 | $42,413 | $283,982 | 40 |
| Susan Franceschi | Chief Membership Officer | $194,869 | $30,809 | $225,678 | 40 |
| Bob Lay | Chief Financial Officer | $185,957 | $35,778 | $221,735 | 40 |
| Greg Kail | Director - Communications | $139,240 | $42,466 | $181,706 | 40 |
| Michael Hiskey | Director - IT | $145,372 | $33,755 | $179,127 | 40 |
| April Debaker | Director - Conf. & Events | $141,996 | $36,449 | $178,445 | 40 |
| Therese Blacketor | Controller | $142,852 | $34,662 | $177,514 | 40 |
| Steve Via | Director - Federal Relations | $152,097 | $15,449 | $167,546 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Lafrance | Secretary/Chief Executive | $393,281 | $49,562 | $442,843 | 40 |
| Paula Macilwaine | Deputy CEO | $280,328 | $52,639 | $332,967 | 40 |
| George Tracy Mehan | Executive Director | $255,066 | $43,627 | $298,693 | 40 |
| Susan Franceschi | Chief Membership Officer | $203,611 | $31,596 | $235,207 | 40 |
| April Debaker | Director - Conf. & Events | $142,340 | $36,302 | $178,642 | 40 |
| Ronald Mcdonald | Director- HR | $141,657 | $36,364 | $178,021 | 40 |
| Michael Hiskey | Director- IT | $142,975 | $33,539 | $176,514 | 40 |
| Steve Via | Director-Federal Relations | $156,686 | $15,821 | $172,507 | 40 |
| Robert Lay | Chief Financial Officer | $149,954 | $13,496 | $163,450 | 40 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.
People from this organization who contributed to political campaigns
Data from Federal Election Commission • Individual contributions only
Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)
Total Approved
$4.9M
Total Forgiven
$5.0M
101% forgiven
Jobs Retained
301
Source: Small Business Administration • Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)
Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings
Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.
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