Mission
Waterway Advocates is challenging communities to improve, beautify, and protect our ecosystems through engaging and meaningful service-learning experiences.
Notes from the nonprofit
We strive to inspire a culture of empathy-driven environmentalism through meaningful community experiences in nature. It should be easy for all community members to get involved in the conservation of our environment, and that’s a driving force at Waterway Advocates. Let’s make nature and climate action accessible for everyone. Learn more at naturehubs.org.
Ruling year
2020
Co-Executive Director
Caleb Merendino
Co-Executive Director
Benjamin Swanson
Main address
4300 N University Dr Ste F-100, #A210
Sunrise, FL 33351 USA
Formerly known as
Advocates for Clean & Clear Waterways, Inc.
Advocates for Clean & Clear Waterways
EIN
85-0782176
NTEE code
Pollution Abatement and Control Services (C20)
Water Resource, Wetlands Conservation and Management (C32)
Natural Resource Conservation and Protection (C30)
Programs and results
What we aim to solve
Our programs
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Communities in Action
Our ecosystems shouldn't just be beautiful, they should be thriving.
We have the power to inspire individuals from diverse backgrounds to take action for the wellbeing of our environment. When our ecosystems thrive, we all thrive.
We are proud to partner with community members to take action through various initiatives. Beautification projects can open the eyes of a child to the wonder of the natural world around them. Litter cleanups ensure that cigarette butts and other human waste stay out of the bodies of our wildlife (and our drinking water, too!). Recycling nontraditional items means that less and less waste is ending up in the Earth. The potential is endless, and this program seeks to create that spark of action and advocacy in our communities.
Lifelong Learning
"When we know better, we do better." - Maya Angelou
Maya Angelou reminds us that we are always learning. We are always seeking out new information, new ways to operate, new solutions to our problems, and more.
At Waterway Advocates, we seek to instill this growth mindset within our constituents. Community connections provide valuable insight, enabling us to develop meaningful educational content. Video shorts captivate scrollers across social media. Workbooks inspire the next generation to develop a deeper appreciation for nature. We encourage active discovery and engagement throughout the learning process. Through these efforts, we not only foster healthier habitats, but a society that understands, respects, and advocates for its ecosystems.
Nature Hubs
Waterway Advocates is excited to introduce our South Florida Nature Hubs! These green spaces will serve as effective pollination stations, wildlife corridors, native plant sanctuaries, and more, while providing critical supplies, equipment, wellness, and educational opportunities for our community members. Through school partnerships, we will also encourage local schools to #PlantNative and create mini nature hubs of their own. Providing meaningful opportunities for families to experience and protect nature is at the core of our values.
Where we work
External reviews
Our Sustainable Development Goals
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How we listen
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To identify bright spots and enhance positive service experiences, To inform the development of new programs/projects, To strengthen relationships with the people we serve, To understand people's needs and how we can help them achieve their goals
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Operations
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Waterway Advocates, Inc.
Board of directorsas of 12/22/2022
David McVey
Waterway Advocates, Inc.
Christine Klima
Chelsea Clark
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Board orientation and education
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CEO oversight
Has the board conducted a formal, written assessment of the chief executive within the past year ? Yes -
Ethics and transparency
Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? Yes -
Board composition
Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes -
Board performance
Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? Yes
Organizational demographics
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