EIN 46-1174744

A Walk on Water

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
0
City
Year formed
2014
Most recent tax filings
2023-12-01
Description
A Walk on Water harnesses the ocean’s transformative powers to deliver life-changing surf therapy to children with unique needs and their families. The organization empowers children, allowing them to unlock their inner athlete through the emotional and incredibly transforming experience of surfing. Since its launch, AWOW has served thousands of families by creating positive and uplifting experiences that redefine therapy. Through guided surf instruction, participants gain self-confidence while enjoying a day filled with laughter, love, and acceptance.
Total revenues
$481,162
2023
Total expenses
$440,938
2023
Total assets
$1,058,942
2023
Num. employees
0
2023

Program areas at A Walk on Water

A Walk On Water ("AWOW") provides surf therapy to children with special needs or disabilities. The oceans transformative properties empower our participants, who enjoy a much-deserved day of laughter, love, and acceptance alongside their families. For one perfect, restorative day at the beach, there are no labels. Everyone is an Athlete. AWOW Surf Therapy is more than just surfing: the entire family unit is treated to a well-deserved day of respite, complete with healthy food and drink, live music, art, yoga, and more.

Who funds A Walk on Water

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
JustGiveGeneral Support$55,392
Alfa FoundationTo Further the Charitable Objective$50,000
American Online Giving FoundationGeneral Support$41,025
...and 7 more grants received

Personnel at A Walk on Water

NameTitleCompensation
Sean SwentekExecutive Director$0
Jesse FaenDirector of Events
Lisa McGuireDirector of Programs
Steven LippmanFounder and Creative Director and Lead Surf Therapist$0
Ari MarkowTreasurer$0
...and 2 more key personnel

Financials for A Walk on Water

RevenuesFYE 12/2023
Total grants, contributions, etc.$456,389
Program services$0
Investment income and dividends$24,773
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$0
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$0
Net income from fundraising events$0
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$0
Miscellaneous revenues$0
Total revenues$481,162

Form 990s for A Walk on Water

Fiscal year endingDate received by IRSFormPDF link
2023-122024-05-15990View PDF
2022-122023-11-11990View PDF
2021-122022-05-18990View PDF
2020-122021-05-28990View PDF
2019-122021-02-26990View PDF
...and 4 more Form 990s
Data update history
August 29, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 3 new personnel
August 11, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2023
July 16, 2024
Used new vendors
Identified 1 new vendor, including
July 9, 2024
Received grants
Identified 4 new grant, including a grant for $55,392 from JustGive
December 29, 2023
Received grants
Identified 2 new grant, including a grant for $32,990 from Endaoment
Nonprofit Types
Amateur sports clubsSports organizationsFamily service centersCharities
Issues
Human servicesSports
Characteristics
Partially liquidatedTax deductible donationsNo full-time employeesAccepts online donations
General information
Address
4366 Hillview Dr
Malibu, CA 90265
Metro area
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
County
Los Angeles County, CA
Website URL
awalkonwater.org/ 
Phone
(818) 519-4561
IRS details
EIN
46-1174744
Fiscal year end
December
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
2014
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
N67: Swimming, Water Recreation
NAICS code, primary
624190: Individual and Family Services
Parent/child status
Independent
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