Grand Rapids, MI

Michigan Section - American Water Works Association (MI-AWWA)

EIN 38-6073280

Community & Economic Development Technology, Research & Civic Innovation

Mission

Improving lives through the stewardship of water

IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) public charity Contributions are tax-deductible

About Michigan Section - American Water Works Association (MI-AWWA)

The Michigan Section of the American Water Works Association (MI-AWWA) is a 501(c)(3) membership organization and state section of the national AWWA focused on protecting public health, advancing water science and practice, and supporting water professionals across Michigan. MI-AWWA delivers professional development, certification and operator training, scholarships, public education and legislative advocacy while operating through councils and committees (Education & Training, Government Affairs, Member Engagement, etc.). The section maintains regular public financial disclosures (annual Form 990 filings) and adopted a formal strategic plan covering 2024–2029 to guide activities and priorities across the state.

Notable achievements

2024–2029 Strategic Plan

Adopted a formal strategic plan in July 2024 to guide section priorities (membership engagement, workforce development, equity and infrastructure resiliency) for the next five years.

Operator Scholarships & Workforce Programs

Operates the 'One AWWA Operator Scholarship' and supports regional workforce initiatives and career programs (including youth and internship partnerships) to recruit and train drinking water operators.

Statewide Professional Conferences & Training

Regularly organizes major state events (MI-ACE, Borchardt Conference, Joint Expo & Operator Days and regional conferences) that provide continuing education, certification opportunities and industry networking for Michigan water professionals.

At a glance

Total assets: $677K
Annual revenue: $908K
Tax status: 501(c)(3)Public charity
EIN: 38-6073280
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Website: www.mi-water.org
On Mahalo since: May 2026

Financial figures from the IRS Business Master File, the IRS’s registry of tax-exempt organizations.

Recognition

Listed and evaluated by national charity/rating services and public nonprofit databases; maintains independently compiled financial statements and posts annual Form 990 filings.

Official state section affiliation with the American Water Works Association (national AWWA), providing access to AWWA technical resources, standards and national programs.

Recognized within the Michigan water sector for sustained program delivery (scholarships, operator training, advocacy) and for adopting governance and record-keeping policies consistent with nonprofit best practices.

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