HOLLISTON, Mass. — Wright- Pierce, a New England-based civil and environmental engineering firm, received the 2013 Sponsor of the Year Award from the New England Water Works Association (NEWWA), the region’s largest and oldest not-for-profit organization of water works professionals.

“This award recognizes Wright- Pierce’s significant, long-term support of the association through the volunteer services of employees, participation in committees and programs, financial support of various activities, and major contributions to fund-raisers,” said Raymond J. Raposa, NEWWA executive director.

A service provider member of New England Water Works Association since 1977, 15 employees are individual members, holding leadership positions and serving on the Program, Standards, Water Resources, and other committees.

Over the years, Wright-Pierce employees have helped to organize and plan various member events; served as speakers and moderators at monthly meetings, conferences, and professional development and training programs; and mentored young professionals.

The company has also provided funding for the association’s newsletter, professional journal, membership roster, and technical exhibits.

Wright-Pierce is an annual “gold-level sponsor” of major association events.

Jeffrey Musich, the company’s senior vice president, is a member of the association’s Water for People Committee, which organizes annual events to raise funds to build public water systems in developing countries. He also serves on the association’s Filtration Committee.