Community Service
Initiatives strengthening communities through volunteerism, civic engagement, and collaborative partnerships
Supporting educators through collective bargaining and professional services
About Organization
WEAC Region 6 assists Wisconsin Education Association Council-affiliated local associations in collective bargaining, member rights, public relations, professional development, and political action. Based in Madison, WI, the region generated $1.3 million in revenue in 2023 with 10 employees and 78 volunteers.
Community Service
Initiatives strengthening communities through volunteerism, civic engagement, and collaborative partnerships
Educational Support
Learning opportunities and academic resources advancing knowledge and skills for diverse populations
Advocacy
Policy engagement and public education advancing member interests and community priorities
Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.
Revenue (2023)
$1.3M
-1.9% vs 2021
Expenses (2023)
$1.4M
+17.7% vs 2021
Assets (2023)
$1.6M
-14.9% vs 2021
Employees (2023)
10
-44.4% vs 2021
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,269,454 | $1,355,726 | $1,615,177 | 10 |
| 2021 | $1,294,503 | $1,152,078 | $1,897,900 | 18 |
| 2020 | $1,316,853 | $1,220,895 | $1,837,453 | 19 |
| 2019 | $1,277,938 | $1,196,611 | $1,656,133 | 21 |
| 2018 | $1,244,673 | $1,275,515 | $1,482,107 | 21 |
| 2017 | $1,255,094 | $1,225,928 | $1,531,499 | 17 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.
Identifying community needs and organizational priorities through data analysis and stakeholder consultation
Developing strategic initiatives and allocating resources to address identified needs and opportunities
Delivering programs and services through trained staff, volunteers, and community partnerships
Measuring outcomes and collecting feedback to improve effectiveness and accountability
Services and programs offered by Weac Region 6
Core programs and activities addressing identified community needs through evidence-based interventions
Outreach and partnership initiatives connecting stakeholders and expanding program reach
Complementary programs and resources enhancing participant outcomes and organizational effectiveness
Meet the people behind Weac Region 6.
1973
1973
Establishment of the organization to serve community needs and advance mission
2020
2020
Reached $1,316,853 in annual revenue demonstrating organizational growth
2021
2021
Expanded services and outreach to reach more beneficiaries and strengthen community impact
2024
2024
Developed strategic partnerships with organizations to leverage resources and expand reach
2026
2026
Ongoing programs and services reaching communities through mission-aligned activities
Board members, advisors, and key contributors
Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.
Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990
Total Reported (2023)
$35K
Highest Paid
$11K
Meredith Smith
Compensated Officers
10
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meredith Smith | President | $10,000 | $819 | $10,819 | 5 |
| Timothy Vedra | Treasurer | $5,000 | $502 | $5,502 | 2 |
| Tracey Leider | Vice President | $5,000 | $419 | $5,419 | 2 |
| Brenda Morris | Secretary | $5,000 | $418 | $5,418 | 2 |
| Deanna Needham | At-Large Member | $2,000 | $167 | $2,167 | 1 |
| Denise Engstrom | At-Large Member | $2,000 | $167 | $2,167 | 1 |
| Duane Draper | At-Large Member | $2,000 | $167 | $2,167 | 1 |
| Amelia Mcconnell | At-Large Member | $833 | $70 | $903 | 1 |
| Heather Balsamo | At-Large Member | $500 | $42 | $542 | 1 |
| Kurt Handrich | At-Large Member & Uniserv Director | $167 | $13 | $180 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Wedge | Uniserv Director | $116,002 | $74,444 | $190,446 | 40 |
| Dustin Beilke | Uniserv Director | $113,772 | $74,273 | $188,045 | 40 |
| Melinda Dorris | Uniserv Director | $113,482 | $54,573 | $168,055 | 40 |
| Kimberly Noyce | Uniserv Director | $112,092 | $45,556 | $157,648 | 40 |
| Kirah Zeilinger Through May | President | $10,000 | — | $10,000 | 1 |
| Brenda Morris | Secretary | $5,000 | — | $5,000 | 1 |
| Meredith Smith | President | $5,000 | — | $5,000 | 1 |
| Timothy Vedra | Treasurer | $5,000 | — | $5,000 | 1 |
| Jack Bernfeld | Uniserv Director | $3,536 | $618 | $4,154 | 40 |
| Deanna Needham | At-Large Member | $2,000 | — | $2,000 | 1 |
| Denise Engstrom | At-Large Member | $2,000 | — | $2,000 | 1 |
| Duane Draper | At-Large Member | $2,000 | — | $2,000 | 1 |
| Tracey Leider | Vice-President (From August) And At-Large Member | $2,000 | — | $2,000 | 1 |
| Kurt Handrich | At-Large Member | $833 | — | $833 | 1 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Wedge | Uniserv Director | $115,932 | $67,527 | $183,459 | 40 |
| Dustin Beilke | Uniserv Director | $113,705 | $67,527 | $181,232 | 40 |
| Kimberly Noyce | Uniserv Director | $112,103 | $67,527 | $179,630 | 40 |
| Melinda Dorris | Uniserv Director | $114,836 | $27,956 | $142,792 | 40 |
| Kirah Zeilinger | President | $10,000 | — | $10,000 | 1 |
| Brenda Morris | Secretary | $5,000 | — | $5,000 | 1 |
| Meredith Smith | Treasurer | $5,000 | — | $5,000 | 1 |
| Tim Vedra | Vice-President | $5,000 | — | $5,000 | 1 |
| Jack Bernfeld | Uniserv Director | $3,687 | — | $3,687 | 40 |
| Deanna Needham | At-Large Member | $2,450 | — | $2,450 | 1 |
| Denise Engstrom | At-Large Member | $2,000 | — | $2,000 | 1 |
| Duane Draper | At-Large Member | $2,000 | — | $2,000 | 1 |
| Tracey Leider | At-Large Member | $2,000 | — | $2,000 | 1 |
| Elizabeth Stalder | At-Large Member | $500 | — | $500 | 1 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Wedge | Uniserv Director | $115,193 | $63,670 | $178,863 | 40 |
| Dustin Beilke | Uniserv Director | $112,969 | $63,670 | $176,639 | 40 |
| Melinda Dorris | Uniserv Director | $111,479 | $27,815 | $139,294 | 40 |
| Kimberly Noyce | Uniserv Director | $45,161 | $11,567 | $56,728 | 40 |
| Kirah Zeilinger | President | $12,500 | — | $12,500 | 2 |
| Meredith Smith | Treasurer | $6,250 | — | $6,250 | 2 |
| Brenda Morris | Secretary | $5,000 | — | $5,000 | 2 |
| Tim Vedra | Vice-President | $5,000 | — | $5,000 | 2 |
| Tracey Leider | Zone IV Madison Area | $4,000 | — | $4,000 | 2 |
| Denise Engstrom | Zone I East | $2,000 | — | $2,000 | 2 |
| Duane Draper | Zone III Mid West | $2,000 | — | $2,000 | 2 |
| Jon Buslaff | Director | $2,000 | — | $2,000 | 1 |
| Deanna Needham | Zone II West | $1,650 | — | $1,650 | 2 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Wedge | Uniserv Director | $113,889 | $52,431 | $166,320 | 40 |
| Dustin Beilke | Uniserv Director | $112,500 | $52,431 | $164,931 | 40 |
| Melinda Dorris | Uniserv Director | $109,022 | $35,454 | $144,476 | 40 |
| Michael Walsh | Uniserv Director | $107,373 | $35,936 | $143,309 | 40 |
| Kirah Zeilinger | President | $10,000 | — | $10,000 | 2 |
| Timothy G Vedra | Vice President | $5,417 | — | $5,417 | 2 |
| Meredith Smith | Treasurer | $5,000 | — | $5,000 | 1 |
| Heidi Weisensel | Zone V REP | $2,500 | — | $2,500 | 1 |
| Denise C Engstrom | Zone I REP | $2,167 | — | $2,167 | 1 |
| Brenda Morris | Secretary | $2,083 | — | $2,083 | 1 |
| Duane Draper | Zone III REP | $2,000 | — | $2,000 | 1 |
| Jon A Buslaff | Zone II REP | $2,000 | — | $2,000 | 1 |
| Tracey Leider | Zone IV REP | $2,000 | — | $2,000 | 1 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.