What OhioGuidestone does

OhioGuidestone is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community behavioral health organization headquartered in Berea, Ohio, operating continuously since 1864 when it was founded as the German Methodist Orphan Asylum. It is the largest behavioral health provider in Ohio, serving approximately 26,000 individuals annually through a full continuum of services including adult and youth mental health counseling, psychiatric services, substance use disorder treatment (with medication-assisted treatment and residential programs), early childhood mental health, family support, foster care, domestic violence shelter, workforce development (Workforce 360°), and crisis intervention. The organization serves 30+ Ohio counties across Northeast, Northwest, and Central Ohio through 20+ physical locations, 10+ ReadyCare walk-in clinics, telehealth statewide, and embedded school-based services in 327+ schools reaching more than 150,000 students.

The underlying technology stack supports telehealth delivery, electronic health records, and participation in health information exchanges enabling cross-provider record access for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations. Proprietary or differentiated offerings include Project Direct Link (correctional facility-based MAT for justice-involved individuals to reduce post-release overdose risk), the Institute of Family and Community Impact (IFCI) clinical innovation and research division, a portfolio of school-based mental health curricula (Joyful Together© School-Based Mental Health, Help Me Grow ECMH, Second Step, Incredible Years), and Rapid Access walk-in substance use disorder programs operating in multiple counties.

Revenue mechanics operate as a tax-exempt nonprofit: government funding flows from 15+ county ADAMH (Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health) boards across Cuyahoga, Franklin, Lucas, Tuscarawas, and other Ohio counties, supplemented by federal grants (notably a $7.8M SAMHSA CCBHC development award), Medicaid managed care billing for clinical services, insurance reimbursement, and philanthropic donations from individuals, corporate sponsors (Blue Technologies, Sherwin Williams, Cleveland Guardians, PWC), and foundations (Cleveland Foundation, Columbus Foundation, Sisler McFawn Foundation, Austin Hooper Foundation, Union Home Mortgage Foundation). Pricing is not publicly disclosed; services are delivered primarily through publicly funded programs (Medicaid and ADAMH) with charitable donations underwriting ancillary and prevention programs. Distribution is direct: walk-in clinics, scheduled appointments, telehealth intake, school-embedded staff, correctional in-reach, and referral pipelines from schools, courts, and community organizations. As a faith-based, value-driven organization (Faith, Integrity, Trust, Compassion, Hope), OhioGuidestone competes less on price or differentiation and more on statewide reach, clinical comprehensiveness, and trusted community standing.

Name

OhioGuidestone

Legal name

OhioGuidestone

Website

https://ohioguidestone.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1864

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

OhioGuidestone is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit operating Ohio's largest community behavioral health platform, delivering mental health, substance use disorder, family support, school-based, correctional re-entry, and workforce services to roughly 26,000 individuals annually across 30+ counties through 20+ physical locations, telehealth, and 327+ partner schools.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Behavioral Health Services

NAICS

Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers (621420), Residential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities (623220), Other Individual and Family Services (624190), Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse Facilities (6232)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Specialty Outpatient Facilities, Nec (8093), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Community Mental Health Centers (CMHCs) & Public Behavioral Health Providers (HLAFACAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Outpatient Mental Health & Counseling Clinics (HLAFABAC), Residential Mental Health Treatment Centers (HLAFACAC), Behavioral Health for Children & Adolescents (Youth Services) (HLAFACAL), Emotional & Behavioral Disorders (EBD) / Therapeutic Day Schools (EDAKAAAC), Mental Health Screening, Assessment & Referral Coordination (School-Based) (EDAKAMAN), Therapeutic/Behavioral & Residential Treatment K–12 Schools (EDAJABAI)

Keywords

• Community behavioral health
• Mental health services
• Substance abuse treatment
• School-based mental health
• Telehealth behavioral health

Headquarters

HQ city

Berea

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices25 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Government Funded Behavioral Health Services: OhioGuidestone receives funding from multiple ADAMH (Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health) boards across Ohio counties including Cuyahoga, Franklin, Lucas, Tuscarawas, and others, as well as federal grants (e.g., $7.8M SAMHSA grant for CCBHC development). Services are billed to government payers and managed care organizations for mental health, substance use disorder treatment, and related behavioral health services covered under Medicaid and other public programs.
2. Client Service Fees and Insurance Billing: Services are billed to insurance providers and clients including Medicaid managed care. OhioGuidestone issues invoices and handles payment/reimbursement from third-party payers for care provided.
3. Philanthropic Donations and Grants: OhioGuidestone is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charitable organization (Federal ID# 34-0720558) that receives donations from individuals, foundations, and corporate sponsors. Events such as the Promise Run raised over $100,000. Corporate donors include Blue Technologies, Sherwin Williams, PWC, Cleveland Guardians, and others.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

OhioGuidestone delivers a comprehensive continuum of community-based behavioral health services across Ohio, including outpatient mental health counseling, substance use disorder treatment with medication-assisted treatment, psychiatric services, residential treatment, school-based mental health, early childhood services, family support, telehealth, and workforce development. The organization operates 25+ physical locations, 10+ walk-in ReadyCare clinics, and serves students in 327+ schools as Ohio's largest school behavioral health provider. Services are funded through Medicaid, ADAMH board contracts, federal grants, and charitable donations.

Product overview

OhioGuidestone is Ohio's leader in community behavioral health care, providing a comprehensive continuum of mental health and substance use disorder services for children and adults. The organization operates as a single unified service delivery platform with multiple specialized programs including ReadyCare Walk-In Clinics, Adult and Youth Mental Health Services, Substance Abuse Services (with Medication-Assisted Treatment and Project Direct Link), Early Childhood Mental Health, Family Support, Telehealth, Mobile Response & Stabilization Services (MRSS), Psychiatric Services, Job Training (Workforce 360°), and Residential Treatment. Services are delivered through telehealth and over 20+ locations across Ohio's Northeast, Northwest, and Central regions, serving approximately 26,000 individuals annually. The organization also operates an Innovation & Research division focused on developing improved care models.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ReadyCare Walk-In Clinics Walk-in behavioral health clinics providing immediate access to crisis intervention, counseling, and psychiatric assessments without requiring an appointment. Available at over 10 locations across Ohio.
• Adult Mental Health Services Comprehensive mental health services for adults including outpatient counseling, psychiatric services, crisis stabilization, assertive community treatment, and maternal depression treatment.
• Youth Mental Health Services Mental health services for children and adolescents including outpatient counseling, in-home services, psychiatric care, juvenile justice programs, and school-based services.
• Early Childhood Mental Health Specialized services for young children including home-based therapy, early intervention, autism services, fetal alcohol spectrum disorder support, and pregnancy/new parent assistance.
• Family Support Services Services supporting families including family counseling, parent coaching, foster care services, and emergency domestic violence shelter.
• Substance Abuse Services Comprehensive substance use disorder treatment including alcohol and drug recovery, assessments, intensive outpatient, residential treatment, medication-assisted treatment, and recovery housing.
• Telehealth Services Remote behavioral health services delivered via video or phone, providing access to mental health and substance use care throughout Ohio.
• Mobile Response & Stabilization Services (MRSS) Rapid-response behavioral health support for youth in crisis, with trained professionals responding within 60 minutes to provide de-escalation and immediate assistance.
• Psychiatric Services Psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and pharmacological treatment for adult and pediatric mental health conditions.
• Primary Care Services Integrated primary care services offered at health centers, providing physical health services alongside behavioral health care.
• Residential Treatment 24-hour structured residential treatment for youth requiring intensive mental health support, including the River Haven Women's Residential Treatment facility.
• Job Training (Workforce 360°) Workforce development program providing job training, resume building, and employment assistance at Ohio Department of Job and Family Services locations.
• OhioRISE Care Coordination Specialized care coordination services for youth enrolled in OhioRISE (Resilience through Integrated Systems and Excellence), helping navigate behavioral health resources.
• Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHC) Federally designated CCBHCs providing comprehensive behavioral health services with a focus on accessibility and quality care, backed by a $7.8M federal grant.
• Project Direct Link Medication-assisted treatment program connecting incarcerated individuals to recovery support services before and after release, operating at correctional facilities in Northwest Ohio.
• Rapid Access Program Same-day walk-in access to substance use assessments and medication-assisted treatment initiation without requiring an appointment, available in multiple Ohio counties.
• Institute of Family and Community Impact (IFCI) - Innovation & Research Internal research division studying and developing improved models of care to enhance OhioGuidestone's behavioral health services and mission.

Quantifiable outcome

• Serving approximately 26,000 people each year across Ohio
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

29 partnerships are on record, tiered major, minor and core.

• Blue TechnologiesmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 14 September 2024Presenting sponsor of the 2024 Promise Run event, supporting OhioGuidestone's mental health fundraising initiatives.
• Sherwin WilliamsmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 14 September 2024Corporate sponsor of the 2024 Promise Run fundraising event for mental health support.
• The Cleveland GuardiansmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 14 September 2024Corporate sponsor and community partner. Mascot Chomps participated in the Promise Run event. Partnership includes tree planting at Berea Residential campus.
• PWCminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 14 September 2024Corporate sponsor of the 2024 Promise Run event.
• Plante MoranminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2023Corporate sponsor donating 6 children's bikes with helmets and locks to OhioGuidestone's School Services program in Central Ohio, supporting children's transportation to school.
• Corvette Cleveland / Corsa PerformanceminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2023Car show event partnership where proceeds were donated to OhioGuidestone's residential kids program. More than 300 cars on display.
• Crawford Marion ADAMHcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAlcohol, Drug and Mental Health Board partnership supporting behavioral health services in Crawford and Marion counties.
• ADAMHS Board of Cuyahoga CountycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrimary ADAMH board partner in Ohio's most populous county, funding and coordinating mental health and substance use services.
• Erie County ADAMHcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty ADAMH board partner supporting behavioral health services in Erie County (Sandusky location).
• Fairfield County ADAMHcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty ADAMH board partner supporting behavioral health services in Fairfield County.
• Four County ADAMHScoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMulti-county ADAMH board partner covering four Ohio counties.
• Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health Board of Franklin CountycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor ADAMH board partner in Ohio's second-largest county, supporting services in Central Ohio.
• Hancock ADAMHScoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty ADAMH board partner in Hancock County (Findlay location) supporting the Rapid Access Program.
• Mental Health & Recovery Services Board of Lucas CountycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor county board partner in Lucas County supporting Project Direct Link and Rapid Access Program at multiple correctional facilities and outpatient centers.
• Medina County MHRBcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty mental health recovery board partner supporting behavioral health services in Medina County.
• Stark County Mental Health & Addiction RecoverycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty mental health and addiction recovery board partner in Stark County (Canton location).
• Summit ADMcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty ADAMH board partner in Summit County (Fairlawn outpatient location) supporting behavioral health services.
• Tuscarawas ADAMHcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty ADAMH board partner supporting multiple locations in Tuscarawas County including Recovery Point, Outpatient Counseling Center, River Haven Women's Residential Treatment, and Stillwater Crossing.
• Union County MHRBcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty mental health recovery board partner in Union County, Central Ohio region.
• Wood County ADAMHScoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty ADAMH board partner in Wood County supporting Project Direct Link at the Wood County Justice Center.
• Cleveland CliniccoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare partnership with Ohio's leading health system for collaborative behavioral health care delivery and referral pathways.
• The Columbus FoundationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity foundation partner supporting OhioGuidestone's mission in Central Ohio.
• Cleveland FoundationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity foundation partner supporting behavioral health services in Cuyahoga County.
• Sisler McFawn FoundationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFoundation partner supporting quality of life programs at Tyler's Redemption Place in Summit County.
• The Austin Hooper FoundationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFoundation partner (named after former Cleveland Browns player Austin Hooper) supporting foster care programs at OhioGuidestone.
• The Char and Chuck Fowler Family FoundationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFamily foundation partner supporting OhioGuidestone's programs and services.
• Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMedical university partnership supporting healthcare education and training pathways relevant to OhioGuidestone's clinical services.
• Empower Tusc CoalitioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoalition coordinated by OhioGuidestone's SUD Prevention Director Jodi Salvo in Tuscarawas County, focused on substance use prevention and community advocacy.
• Tyler's Redemption Place (Hope United)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRecovery Community Organization (RCO) hosting OhioGuidestone's wellness workshops and QPR suicide prevention training for Tri-County (Summit, Portage, Stark) area residents.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Maryhaven: Central Ohio's largest behavioral health and addiction services provider offering outpatient, residential, and MAT. Directly comparable as a nonprofit community mental health and SUD provider in the same Ohio market with overlapping ADAMH and Medicaid funding streams.
• Coleman Health Services: Kent, Ohio-based community behavioral health and primary care nonprofit serving Northeast Ohio. Comparable in service mix (mental health, SUD, primary care, school-based) and reliance on ADAMH contracts across overlapping Ohio counties.
• Talbert House: Cincinnati-based nonprofit providing behavioral health, substance use, housing, and justice-involved services across Southwest Ohio. Comparable in mission, nonprofit structure, ADAMH funding model, and justice-involved programming similar to OhioGuidestone's Project Direct Link.
• National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP): Ohio-originated nonprofit providing youth and family behavioral health, foster care, and home-based services across multiple states. Comparable in youth/family focus, foster care services, and residential treatment offerings overlapping with OhioGuidestone's Berea campus.
• Firelands Counseling & Recovery Services: Ohio-based community mental health and addiction provider in the Sandusky/Erie County region. Comparable as an ADAMH-funded nonprofit offering overlapping outpatient, SUD, and crisis services in the same Northeast Ohio geography.
• Child & Family Services of Northwestern Ohio: Nonprofit serving Northwest Ohio with mental health, substance use, and family support services. Comparable in Ohio ADAMH-funded service mix, especially in the Toledo/Lucas County region where OhioGuidestone's Project Direct Link operates.

Emerging players

• BrightView Health: Outpatient addiction treatment provider with significant Ohio presence, specializing in MAT and SUD services. Comparable in MAT focus and Rapid Access-style walk-in model, though for-profit and SUD-specialized versus OhioGuidestone's full continuum.

Regional players

• Centerstone: National nonprofit community behavioral health provider operating across multiple states (Tennessee, Kentucky, Indiana, Illinois). Comparable in scale, full-continuum services, and nonprofit ADAMH-equivalent funding model, though operating outside Ohio.

Broad incumbents

• Acadia Healthcare: One of the largest publicly traded behavioral health operators with residential treatment facilities, psychiatric hospitals, and outpatient clinics across the U.S. Comparable as a behavioral health provider in Ohio's residential and outpatient space, but operates for-profit with capital and scale OhioGuidestone cannot match.
• Universal Health Services (UHS) Behavioral Health: Major national health system with a large behavioral health division operating inpatient psychiatric and residential facilities across the U.S. Comparable in behavioral health service delivery, particularly inpatient/residential, though much larger and for-profit.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ohioguidestone
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@OhioGuidestoneVision
• Facebookfacebook.com/ohioguidestone
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ohioguidestone
• Instagraminstagram.com/ohioguidestone

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds3 records

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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