Nashville, TN
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Sign In — Free (10 views/day)WATER WALKERS, founded in 2016, is a small nonprofit that reported $407K in total revenue in fiscal year 2025. Revenue surged 25% from the prior year, signaling strong growth momentum.
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.
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"...
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.
Financial Health Score (300–850) · Liquidity · Solvency · Sustainability · Efficiency
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Liquidity (40%) • Solvency (30%) • Sustainability (20%) • Efficiency (10%)
Sign In — Free (10 views/day)| 2025 | 2024 | Change | |
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| Revenue | $406,514 | $326,417 | +0.2% |
| Expenses | $427,185 | $391,710 | +0.1% |
| Net Income | $-20,671 | $-65,293 | -0.7% |
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Sign In| Name | Title | Hours/Week | Role | Reportable Comp | Other Comp | Total |
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| Archie Davis | Co-Founder & CEO | 40 |
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$76,638 | $1,870 | $78,508 |
| Ramon Simmons | Board Chair | 5 |
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$0 | $0 | $0 |
| Mia Keller | Board Co-Chair | 5 |
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$0 | $0 | $0 |
| Ellyn Jansen | Board Secretary | 3 |
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$0 | $0 | $0 |
| Jon Finkel | Board Treasurer | 3 |
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$0 | $0 | $0 |
| Alexa Campbell | Board Member | 1 |
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$0 | $0 | $0 |
| Barry Cisco Carter | Board Member | 1 |
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$0 | $0 | $0 |
| Elizabeth Moss Evans | Board Member | 1 |
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$0 | $0 | $0 |
| Lawrence Johnson | Board Member | 1 |
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| Thomas Kinnard | Board Member | 1 |
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$0 | $0 | $0 |
| Jason Martina | Board Member | 1 |
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$0 | $0 | $0 |
| Dr Antonio Q Meeks | Board Member | 1 |
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$0 | $0 | $0 |
| Greg Morgan | Board Member | 1 |
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| William Nelligan | Board Member | 1 |
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| Cody Prizer | Board Member | 1 |
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| Donovan Sheffield | Board Member | 1 |
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| Jacob Torrez | Board Member | 1 |
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| Clint Bandy | Founder/Interim Executive Director | 40 |
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| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Net Income |
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| 2025 | $406,514 | $427,185 | $188,874 | $-20,671 |
| 2024 | $326,417 | $391,710 | $156,062 | $-65,293 |
| 2023 | $330,374 | $324,408 | $173,668 | $5,966 |
| 2022 | $216,982 | $255,082 | $49,385 | $-38,100 |
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