irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2025
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $0LEGAL INTERPRETATION OF LAWS FOR MEMBER BENEFITS AND REPRESENTATION FOR WATER WELL DRILLING MATTERS.
- #2 $0HELPING VETERANS WITH WELL WATER ISSUES.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Danil M. Shultes Scholarship Fund
Offers scholarships to individuals pursuing education in fields related to the water well industry, with preference for family members of association members
Drilling and Pump Installation Exam Preparation
Offers annual training classes to prepare members for state-recognized certification exams in drilling and pump installation
Gallagher's Water Well Insurance Program
Provides specialized insurance coverage for water well drilling businesses, including workers' compensation and down-the-hole coverage
Legal Interpretation and Representation
Provides legal interpretation of state and federal laws related to water well drilling and represents member interests in regulatory matters
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Professional Certification and Continuing Education 2 activities
- Exam preparation for drilling and pump installation licensingOffers an annual class designed to prepare members for the drilling and pump installation exam.
- Technical training for water well drillersProvides technical training sessions on topics such as drive and brake systems for water well drillers during member meetings.
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Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
- Administering scholarships for water well industry educationAdministers the Danil M. Shultes Scholarship Fund to support individuals pursuing education in the water well industry.
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Community Event Fundraising 1 activity
- Annual fundraising drawing with cash prizesOperates an annual ticketed drawing that distributes $30,000 in cash prizes, including one $10,000 prize, two $5,000 prizes, and five $1,000 prizes.
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Veteran Benefits and Reintegration Support 1 activity
- Assistance to veterans with well water issuesOffers direct support to veterans experiencing problems with their well water systems.
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Clean Water Infrastructure and Access 1 activity
- Construction and installation services for water wellsEngages in full-cycle water well construction including site selection, drilling, development, testing, and equipment installation.
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Home Repair Assistance for Low-Income Households 1 activity
- Funding for housing and water infrastructure improvementsProvides funding for housing repairs, water well installations, and septic system improvements for low- and moderate-income homeowners using Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) resources.
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Professional Conference & Symposium Organization 1 activity
- Organizing educational industry eventsOrganizes and promotes Groundwater Week 2025 and hosts quarterly and annual meetings across New York State, including an annual event in Verona, NY featuring a tabletop display arena for suppliers and manufacturers.
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Community Environmental Monitoring and Research 1 activity
- Public access to water well completion reportsPosted over 80,000 water well completion reports online via the DECinfo Locator platform to improve public and regulatory access to well data.
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Uncategorized 5 activities
- Advocacy for the groundwater industry and natural resource protectionFounded in 1941 to promote the groundwater industry and protect natural resources through advocacy and representation of member interests.
- Legal representation and interpretation for members on water well drilling mattersProvides legal interpretation of laws and representation for members in New York State on issues related to water well drilling.
- Membership structure and representationMaintains a membership organization with 197 contractor/pump installer members, 56 supplier/manufacturer members, and 80 associate members, represented through a board of officers; includes dues-paying membership categories.
- Professional development and continuing education accessRefreshed the NGWA Learning Center with improved design and navigation to enhance access to continuing education; offered a 25% discount on course bundles as part of a promotional campaign.
- Summer meeting with technical demonstrations and member servicesHosts an in-person summer meeting featuring educational classes, live equipment or technique demonstrations for members, and meal provision for attendees at a drill site in Montgomery, NY.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$163K
Contributions & grants$53K33%
Program service revenue$69K42%
Investment income$7K5%
Other revenue$34K
expenses
Total expenses$116K
Program expenses75%
Admin / overhead25%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$1K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$502K
Cash$502K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$502K
Liquid reserves51.7 mo
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +13.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 13
- ALAN DRETEL — DIRECTOR
- BERNI KISTNER — DIRECTOR
- CHARLES W CROVER — SECT-TREAS
- CHRIS ROOT — VICE PRESIDE
- DANIEL BOYD — DIRECTOR
- DAVE KEOUGH — DIRECTOR
- DAVID ROSICK — PRESIDENT
- JAMES UTTER — DIRECTOR
- JEFF QUINN — DIRECTOR
- MIKE PALLESCHI — DIRECTOR
- RICKY TOMPKINS — DIRECTOR
- TYLER WILLS — PAST PRESIDE
- WILLIAM FREY — DIRECTOR
relationships · 23
Who they work with
- American Ground Water Trust Network — Member organization affiliated with the American Ground Water Trust.
- American Ground Water Trust Partner — Collaborates with the American Ground Water Trust for educational materials on private well water and groundwater protection.
- American Ground Water Trust Partner — Supports public education efforts of the American Ground Water Trust.
- Bartlett Well Drilling Partner — Member company represented on the board of directors.
- DNA Water Well Maintenance Partner — Co-hosted the ESWWDA Summer Meeting and provided shop space for demonstrations.
- DNA Well Maintenance Partner — Member company represented on the board of directors.
- Empire State Water Well Drillers Association Inc Network — Professional association representing water well drillers in New York State.
- Gallagher's Water Well Insurance Program Partner — Offers members access to a specialized insurance program for the water well drilling industry.
- NGWA Partner — Collaborates with NGWA to provide computerized testing sites across New York State.
- NYS Homes & Community Renewal Government — Shares information about grant programs administered by NYS HCR for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements.
- National Ground Water Association Network — Collaborates with NGWA to promote the Learning Center and Groundwater Week, indicating active participation in national groundwater industry initiatives.
- National Ground Water Association Network — Member organization affiliated with the National Ground Water Association.
- National Ground Water Association Partner — Supports public education efforts of the National Ground Water Association.
- New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Government — Collaborates with DEC to make water well completion reports publicly available through DEC’s online platforms.
- New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Government — Hosts staff who communicate with the association regarding water well programs and regulations.
- Office of Community Renewal Government — State office providing CDBG funding information and coordination for housing and well-related grants.
- Preferred Pump Partner — Provided lunch for attendees during the summer meeting.
- Reliable Pumps & Well Service Partner — Member company represented on the board of directors.
- Reliable Well & Pump Partner — Co-hosted the ESWWDA Summer Meeting and hosted the board meeting and demonstrations at its facility.
- Utter Well Drilling Partner — Member company represented on the board of directors.
- Water Quality Association Partner — Supports public education efforts of the Water Quality Association.
- Water Systems Council Network — Member organization affiliated with the Water Systems Council.
- Water Systems Council Partner — Supports public education efforts of the Water Systems Council.
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Community-Based Public Education to Promote Groundwater Awarenessmethodology: community-based_public_educationBy engaging members in direct outreach through home shows, schools, and civic groups, we increase public understanding of groundwater systems, because trusted local professionals are more effective messengers than abstract campaigns.
- Industry Promotion for Environmental Protectionmethodology: industry-promotion-for-environmental-protectionBy promoting and advancing the groundwater drilling industry, we protect natural resources and ensure sustainable water access, because a professionalized, cooperative industry adheres to best practices in well construction and environmental stewardship.
- Member Representation to Strengthen Regulatory Advocacymethodology: member_representationBy providing legal interpretation and representation on regulatory issues, we strengthen member compliance and industry influence, because empowered members can collectively shape policy that reflects on-the-ground drilling realities.
- On-Site Demonstration Training for Practical Skill Transfermethodology: on-site_demonstration_trainingBy conducting live, real-world demonstrations in shop environments, we improve technical skill adoption among well drillers, because hands-on learning in operational settings produces better retention and application than classroom-only instruction.