Abilis

What Abilis does

Abilis is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1951 and headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut, providing a lifelong continuum of services for individuals with disabilities and their families across Lower Fairfield County. It operates two principal service lines. The Therapy Center delivers clinical and developmental services including behavioral supports, Birth to Three early intervention, occupational and physical therapy, and speech and feeding support. Life Services provides adult-oriented programming such as day habilitation, competitive employment support, Project SEARCH internships, LEAP transition services, residential services, a REACH adult program, a retirement program, and the STeP supported-typing offering. Abilis is one of only 11 state-designated providers in Connecticut qualified to diagnose autism and deliver intensive autism treatment, and it also runs a portfolio of social-enterprise businesses (cafés at multiple partner locations, document shredding, and wood delivery) that provide vocational training and modest earned income.

The organization is funded through a mix of donations, grants, nominal program fees, and social-enterprise revenue, with the majority of services offered at no cost through an Activity Membership model. Fundraising is executed via annual events including the Golf Scramble, Diamond Anniversary Gala, and Mardi Gras dinner, supplemented by corporate partnerships, volunteer programs, and a Youth Board. The single most significant recent capital event was a $3.78 million grant from the Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation in February 2024, used to purchase the Cohen Abilis Advancement Center at 78 Harvard Avenue in Stamford. In June 2026, the Therapy Center relocated into this new facility, materially expanding therapeutic capacity with features such as a sensory gym and dedicated physical, occupational, and speech therapy spaces. The organization is led by CEO and President Amy Montimurro, employs between 101 and 250 staff, and serves more than 800 individuals with disabilities and their families annually.

Name

Abilis

Legal name

Abilis Inc.

Website

https://abilis.us

Company type

Private

Founded year

1951

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Abilis is a Connecticut-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1951 that provides therapy, early intervention, employment, residential, and social-enterprise services to more than 800 individuals with disabilities and their families across Lower Fairfield County.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Disability Services

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (62412), Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse Facilities (6232), Vocational Rehabilitation Services (624310)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDACAFAE

Behavioral Therapy (ABA/ESDM/Positive Behavior Support)

Education/Early Childhood Education/Early Intervention & Developmental Services (0–5)

SECONDARYEDAKAHAE

ABA Assessment & Diagnostic Support (Functional Assessments, VB-MAPP/ABLLS-R)

Education/Special Education & Learning Support Services/Behavioral Intervention & Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

SECONDARYEDAKAKAG

Autism Communication Support (AAC, Pragmatics & Language)

Education/Special Education & Learning Support Services/Autism Support Services (Educational)

SECONDARYEDAKAHAG

Parent/Caregiver Training & Family Consultation (ABA)

Education/Special Education & Learning Support Services/Behavioral Intervention & Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

SECONDARYBPAGAFAF

Disability Rights & Accessibility Advocacy

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Civil Rights, Advocacy & Public Policy Organizations

Keywords

• Disability services
• Early intervention therapy
• Autism diagnosis services
• Developmental disability support
• Special needs programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Greenwich

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Donations and Grants: Abilis is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that relies on donations, corporate support, and grants to fund operations. Received $3.78 million grant from Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation for facility purchase.
2. Program Fees: Some programs charge nominal fees such as $25 for Adult Cooking with Jean and Monthly Birthday Party events. Most activities are offered at no cost as part of Activity Membership.
3. Fundraising Events: Annual fundraising events including Golf Scramble, Gala events, and special events generate revenue through ticket sales, sponsorships, and donations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Abilis is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides a lifelong continuum of services for individuals with disabilities in Lower Fairfield County, Connecticut, including therapeutic services (physical, occupational, and speech therapy; behavioral supports), the Birth to Three early intervention program, state-designated autism diagnosis, day habilitation, supported and competitive employment, residential services in medical model homes, transition programs for young adults (LEAP and Project SEARCH), adult services (REACH, STeP Supported Typing), and revenue-generating social enterprises such as Abilis Cafés, Abilis Shredding, and Abilis Firewood.

Product overview

Abilis is a nonprofit organization providing a lifelong continuum of services for individuals with special needs and disabilities, operating from birth through adulthood. The organization offers two main service categories: Therapeutic Services through The Therapy Center (including behavioral supports, Birth to Three early intervention, occupational/physical therapy, and speech/feeding support) and Life Services (including day programs, employment support, residential services, and transition programs like LEAP and Project SEARCH). Abilis also operates social enterprises including cafés and shredding services. A significant recent development is The Cohen Abilis Advancement Center in Stamford, a newly acquired facility funded by a $3.78 million grant that expands therapeutic capacity with features like a sensory gym.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Therapy Center Pediatric therapy program providing physical, occupational, and speech therapy, behavioral supports, feeding support, and sensory integration through a dedicated sensory gym, serving children and individuals with disabilities in Lower Fairfield County, CT.
• Birth to Three Early Intervention Program Early intervention services for infants and toddlers from birth through age three with developmental delays or disabilities, providing therapeutic and developmental support to families in Lower Fairfield County, CT.
• Autism Diagnosis Services State-designated autism diagnostic services provided by Abilis as one of only 11 approved autism diagnosis providers in Connecticut, serving individuals and families seeking formal autism evaluations.
• Life Services Integrated adult services including day habilitation, supported and competitive employment, and residential services in medical model homes for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Lower Fairfield County, CT.
• LEAP Young Adult Transition Program LEAP (Life, Education, Advocacy, Pathways) is a transition program for young adults with disabilities preparing to move from school-age services into adult life, focusing on life skills, education, advocacy, and pathways to independence.
• Project SEARCH Internship Program Project SEARCH is an internship-based transition-to-employment program providing young adults with disabilities hands-on work experience at host businesses, supported by Abilis staff.
• REACH Adult Services REACH (Relationships, Education, Achievement, Community, Home) is Abilis' adult services program supporting adults with disabilities across relationships, education, achievement, community engagement, and home-based outcomes.
• STeP Supported Typing Program STeP (Supported Typing) is a program providing supported typing instruction and facilitation for individuals with disabilities to enable communication, learning, and self-expression.
• Activity Center and Recreation Programs Membership-based activity and recreation programs offering social, recreational, and enrichment activities for individuals with disabilities, supported through the Activity Membership Program.
• Abilis Social Enterprise Businesses A portfolio of social enterprise businesses providing vocational opportunities for participants while generating revenue to support Abilis programs, including Abilis Café at Eastern Greenwich Civic Center, Abilis Café at Perrot Memorial Library, the mobile Abilis Shredding service, and the Abilis Firewood delivery service.

Quantifiable outcome

• Serves more than 800 individuals with disabilities and their families
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Greenwich Country Day SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStudents from Greenwich Country Day School participate in Sports With Friends and Arts & Crafts programs with Abilis members, providing community integration opportunities.
• YMCA of GreenwichminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for TGIF Dance Party events held at the YMCA of Greenwich fitness center. Dave Graves serves as YMCA instructor for fitness dance pop-up classes.
• Darien LibraryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAbilis operates The Café at Darien Library as part of its social enterprise businesses, providing employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
• Darien YMCAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAbilis operates The Café at the Darien YMCA as part of its social enterprise businesses, providing employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
• Greenwich LibraryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAbilis operates The Café at Greenwich Library as part of its social enterprise businesses, providing employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
• Harvest Time ChurchminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHarvest Time Church in Greenwich hosts Young Adult Musical Theatre and Adult Musical Theatre programs facilitated by Lifeline Theater founder Billy Ayres.
• GuideStarminorOthersAbilis is a proud GuideStar member with Platinum status, demonstrating commitment to transparency and accountability as a nonprofit organization.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Sunrise Northeast: Connecticut nonprofit providing residential, day, and community-based services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Direct peer with overlapping adult life services and Connecticut geography.
• Marrakech Inc. Connecticut-based nonprofit providing residential, day, vocational, and clinical services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Direct peer with similar lifespan service model and Connecticut footprint.
• Ability Beyond: Regional nonprofit serving individuals with disabilities across Connecticut and New York through residential, day, employment, and behavioral health programs. Direct peer given overlapping lifespan services and adjacent CT/NY footprint.
• LifeBridge Community Services: Connecticut-based human services nonprofit serving people with disabilities, mental health needs, and at-risk youth through residential, day, and community programs. Direct peer across disability services and Connecticut geography.
• The Arc Connecticut: Statewide Connecticut nonprofit providing advocacy, family support, and direct services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Direct peer in mission, geography, and service mix including early intervention, employment, residential, and case management.
• The Kennedy Center: Trumbull, CT-based nonprofit providing employment, residential, behavioral, and community programs for people with disabilities. Direct peer operating overlapping employment, residential, and life services in the same Connecticut region.
• Easterseals Capital Region & Eastern Connecticut: Affiliate of the Easterseals national network serving Connecticut with autism services, early intervention, employment, and adult day programs. Direct peer across early intervention, autism services, and vocational programming.
• SARAH Inc. Connecticut-based nonprofit serving people with disabilities across the lifespan through residential, day, employment, and clinical programs. Direct peer operating in overlapping service categories and Connecticut geography.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors2 records

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M&A

Investments

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