Nonprofit · EIN 81-1591053
WATER WALKERS
Tax-exempt · NASHVILLE, TN 37209
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990 | $406,514 | $427,185 | -$20,671 | $188,874 | $220,374 | -$31,500 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $326,417 | $391,710 | -$65,293 | $156,062 | $166,891 | -$10,829 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $330,374 | $324,408 | $5,966 | $173,668 | $119,204 | $54,464 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $422,194
- of which government grants
- $86,550
- Program service revenue
- $0
- Investment income
- $0
- Net income from fundraising events
- -$15,680
- Other revenue
- -$15,680
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $78,508
- Other salaries and wages
- $152,007
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $249,614
- Professional fundraising fees
- $24,121
- Accounting fees
- $14,180
- Occupancy
- $7,298
- Depreciation
- $8,307
- Program services (functional)
- $368,425
- Management and general (functional)
- $30,531
- Fundraising (functional)
- $28,229
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $156,062
- Total assets, end of year
- $188,874
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $220,374
- Net assets, end of year
- -$31,500
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $123,149
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- -$31,500
- Gross receipts
- $422,194
- Employees
- 17
- Volunteers
- 48
- Year formed
- 2016
- State of legal domicile
- TN
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archie Davis | Co-Founder & CEO Officer, Key employee, Highest-paid employee, Former | 40 | $76,638 | $1,870 |
| Ramon Simmons | Board Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 | $0 |
| Mia Keller | Board Co-Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 | $0 |
| Ellyn Jansen | Board Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 3 | $0 | $0 |
| Jon Finkel | Board Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 3 | $0 | $0 |
| Alexa Campbell | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Barry Cisco Carter | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Elizabeth Moss Evans | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Lawrence Johnson | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Thomas Kinnard | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Jason Martina | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Dr Antonio Q Meeks | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Greg Morgan | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| William Nelligan | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Cody Prizer | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
3 more people on this return
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donovan Sheffield | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Jacob Torrez | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Clint Bandy | Founder/Interim Executive Director Officer, Key employee | 40 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2024: 23 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archie Davis | Co-Founder & CEO Officer, Key employee, Highest-paid employee | 40 | $73,800 | $2,040 |
| Thomas Kinnard | Board Chairman Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 | $0 |
| Greg Morgan | Board Co-Chairman Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 | $0 |
| Amber Bandy | Board Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 3 | $0 | $0 |
| Jacob Torres | Board Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 3 | $0 | $0 |
| Tara Arriola | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Clint Bandy | Board Member Trustee or director | 5 | $0 | $0 |
| Janice Bandy | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Elizabeth Moss Evans | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Cindy Collins | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Jon Finkle | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Greta Gaines | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Ellyn Jansen | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Lawrence Johnson | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Mia Keller | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Bob Lafferty | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Emmit Martin | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Bryson McCarley | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Jospeh Ozenne | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Vincent Phamvan | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Karina Rovey | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Ramon Simmons | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Brandon Taylor | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 26 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Archie Davis | Program Director Key employee, Highest-paid employee | 40 | $84,973 |
| Greg Morgan | Board Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Janice Bandy | Board Co-Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Amber Bandy | Board Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 3 | $0 |
| Tara Ariola | Board Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 3 | $0 |
| Tre Dunn | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Elizabeth Moss Evans | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Mark Steiner | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Leslie Beeson-Wall | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Alex Bertelli | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Cindy Collins | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Greta Gaines | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Lindsey Hargis | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Lawrence Johnson | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Mia Keller | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Thomas Kinnard | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Bob Lafferty | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Emmit Martin | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Bryson McCarley | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Vincent Phamvan | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Larry Ritchie | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Karina Rovey | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Brandon Taylor | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Mike Turney | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Marcus Whybrew | Advisory Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Clint Bandy | Executive Director Officer, Key employee | 40 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 6339 CHARLOTTE PIKE SUITE B331, NASHVILLE, TN 37209-2926
- In care of
- % CLINT BANDY
- Principal officer (990 for 2025)
- Clint Bandy, 6339 Charlotte Pike B331, Nashville, TN 37209
- Signed the 990
- Clint Bandy, Founder/Interim Executive Director
- Phone
- (940) 393-5955
- Website
- www.waterwalkerstn.org
- Return prepared by
- LSM Accounting Collective
Mission
Water Walkers uses the transformative power of watersports, outdoor adventure, and education to equip and inspire at-risk youth in Nashville to become confident and empowered leaders who are ready to walk on the rough waters of life.
Program accomplishments
- Water Walkers uses a holistic approach to student development by providing opportunities for children and teens to grow socially, academically, physically, and emotionally. "Five Program Pillars" form the foundation of this approach: Basic Needs, Educational Enrichment, Mental Wellness, Outdoor Adventure, and Leadership Development. The interconnected programs aim to build confidence and community among youth ages 6-18 who have limited exposure to the world beyond the boundaries of their urban neighborhood. By bringing kids outside these limitations and revealing to them the beauty of nature and the thrill of watersports, Water Walkers fosters a sense of wonder, ambition, and inspiration in their lives. In 2025, program accomplishments included strong academic progress, with new students achieving approximately one grade level of literacy growth within their first 16 weeks of programming and returning students maintaining consistent gains over time. The organization delivered 174 wellness program days and 45 counseling sessions, while also providing weekly grocery and hygiene support to 105 individuals, helping stabilize families and improve student engagement. Additionally, youth participated in 30 outdoor adventure days and 9 teens were employed through leadership roles, gaining hands-on workforce experience and mentorship opportunities.Expenses $368,425 · revenue $368,425
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | December 31, 2025 | May 15, 2026 | 990 on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 81-1591053
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (170(b)(1)(A)(vi))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 2017
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $188,874
- Income (IRS master file)
- $422,194
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2025 | $406,514 | $427,185 | $188,874 | XML |
| 990 | December 2024 | $326,417 | $391,710 | $156,062 | XML |
| 990 | December 2023 | $330,374 | $324,408 | $173,668 | XML |
| 990 | December 2022 | $216,982 | $255,082 | $49,385 | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2019 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2018 | – | – | – | IRS |
990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 81-1591053).
Questions about WATER WALKERS
- What is the EIN of WATER WALKERS?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of WATER WALKERS is 81-1591053.
- Is WATER WALKERS tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2017.
- Are donations to WATER WALKERS tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does WATER WALKERS file?
- Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
- When is the next return of WATER WALKERS due?
- The return for tax year 2026 (the year ending December 31, 2026) is due May 17, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did WATER WALKERS last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of WATER WALKERS?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names Clint Bandy.
- Who are the officers and directors of WATER WALKERS?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 18 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $76,638 (Archie Davis, Co-Founder & CEO).
- How much revenue does WATER WALKERS have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $406,514, expenses of $427,185 and total assets of $188,874 at year end.
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