About
Clean Water Fund is a national 501(c)(3) environmental nonprofit headquartered in Washington, DC, that has been "fighting for clean water for all" since 1974. The organization helps communities campaign successfully for cleaner and safer water, cleaner air, and protection from toxic pollution, running locally staffed environmental and health protection programs that serve communities in more than 15 states.
Mission
Clean Water Fund's mission is to "develop strong grassroots environmental leadership and to bring together diverse constituencies to work cooperatively for changes that improve their lives, focused on health, consumer, environmental and community problems."
What they do
- Operates locally staffed environmental and health protection programs serving communities in more than 15 states, alongside a national program based in Washington, DC
- Helps communities campaign for cleaner air, safer water, and protection from toxic pollution
- Supports the formation of organizations and coalitions that work to improve environmental conditions and strengthen environmental policies at the local, state, and national levels
- Publishes research and public education materials on water and environmental health issues
State programs listed on the organization's website include California, Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Texas, plus the national program.
Relationship to Clean Water Action
Clean Water Fund's research and education work builds on and complements the work of Clean Water Action, described as a one million member national organization that has helped develop, pass, strengthen, and defend the nation's major water and toxics laws. Clean Water Fund is the affiliated 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
History
Clean Water Fund was established in 1974 and received its federal tax exemption in June 1977, according to IRS records shown on ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer.
Financials
According to IRS Form 990 data on ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer (fiscal year 2024), Clean Water Fund (EIN 52-1043444) reported total revenue of $6,129,795, total expenses of $7,773,558, total assets of $5,727,518, and net assets of $4,375,528. Contributions accounted for about 97.3% of revenue. The organization states that it consistently earns top marks from independent nonprofit ratings agencies, including GuideStar by Candid and Charity Navigator.
Governance
Clean Water Fund is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Jeffrey Carter serves as President/CEO, per the organization's 2024 IRS filing. The national office is located at 1444 Eye Street NW, Suite 410, Washington, DC.