What 180 Degrees does

180 Degrees is a St. Paul-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1971 that operates a portfolio of shelter, housing, and supportive service programs for vulnerable Minnesota populations. Its core activities span emergency youth shelter (Brittany's Place, Hope House, St. Cloud Youth Shelter, VonWald/Southeast Youth Shelter), adult re-entry housing for formerly incarcerated men (Clifton Place, Great River Landing), transitional living programs (Onward House, Quincy House partnership, Lanewood House, the 18-month Transitional Living Program), and community-based services (Foster Care, Safe Harbor Navigator East Metro, Outreach & Supportive Services, Parent Support, SAFE domestic violence program, ACE program, Life Skills and Job Readiness). The organization serves roughly 6,000 youth and adults annually across nine program sites covering the Twin Cities, Central Minnesota, and Southeast Minnesota, with over 75% of clients identifying as BIPOC and a significant share as LGBTQIA+.

The organization's underlying operational technology is a trauma-informed care framework that emphasizes collaborative problem-solving and facility design elements (natural light, single bedrooms, quiet rooms, open floor plans) rather than software or AI systems. Distribution runs through a referral network anchored in schools, law enforcement, county human services, and the Minnesota Department of Human Services and Department of Health, supplemented by direct walk-ins and self-referrals. Services are delivered free of charge to clients.

Revenue is sourced from three streams: government grants and contracts (principal relationships with MN DHS, MN DOH, Minnesota Department of Corrections, and county funders including Hennepin County and Stearns County), philanthropic contributions from individuals, corporations, and foundations (Otto Bremer Trust, Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation, Stearns Bank, and community donors), and in-kind donations of goods such as gift cards and clothing. Capital campaigns for facility renovations (St. Cloud Youth Shelter at $4.3M, Clifton Place at $4.1M) are funded through a mix of state grants and foundation support. The organization completed a multi-year financial turnaround in 2019 and has since diversified revenue sources while continuing to expand program capacity and physical footprint.

Name

180 Degrees

Legal name

180 Degrees, Inc.

Website

https://180degrees.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1971

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

180 Degrees is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit operating emergency youth shelters, adult re-entry housing, and supportive services across nine Minnesota sites, serving roughly 6,000 homeless youth, sex trafficking survivors, and formerly incarcerated individuals annually through government grants and philanthropic funding.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Social Services - Homeless and At-Risk Youth Support

NAICS

Temporary Shelters (624221), Community Housing Services (62422), Emergency and Other Relief Services (624230)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Reentry, Rehabilitation & Reintegration Programs (Education, Vocational, Case Management) (BPAKANAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

Resident Support Services (RA Training Support, On-Call Coordination, Crisis Response Liaison) (EDAEAFAM)

Keywords

• Emergency shelter services
• Youth homelessness support
• Community reentry programs
• Sex trafficking prevention
• Transitional housing services

Headquarters

HQ city

Saint Paul

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Government Grants & Contracts: Funding from Minnesota Department of Human Services, Minnesota Department of Health, and county governments for shelter operations, renovation projects, and prevention/intervention programs
2. Individual & Corporate Donations: Philanthropic contributions from individuals, businesses, and foundations including Otto Bremer Trust, Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation, Stearns Bank, and community donors
3. In-Kind Donations: Donations of gift cards, winter clothing, art supplies, and other specific items for shelter residents

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

180 Degrees operates a network of 24/7 emergency shelters, transitional living programs, and supportive housing facilities across Minnesota serving youth experiencing homelessness, victims of sex trafficking, and adults exiting incarceration. The organization provides trauma-responsive wraparound services including emergency shelter, case management, mental health services, life skills training, and job readiness programming at no cost to clients.

Product overview

180 Degrees is a social services nonprofit organization offering a comprehensive portfolio of trauma-responsive programs across Minnesota. The organization operates emergency youth shelters (Brittany's Place, Hope House, St. Cloud Youth Shelter, VonWald Youth Shelter), adult re-entry housing (Clifton Place, Great River Landing), transitional living programs (Onward House, Quincy House, Lanewood House, Transitional Living Program), and community-based services (Foster Care, SAFE Program, ACE Program, Parent Support Program, Outreach Services, Safe Harbor Navigator). Brittany's Place serves as Minnesota's first and largest shelter for sexually exploited youth, while Clifton Place provides residential and supportive housing for men exiting prison. The organization integrates shelter, housing, case management, mental health services, and life skills programming to serve youth and adults experiencing homelessness, sex trafficking, and incarceration.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The Turnaround: 180 Degrees' quarterly newsletter featuring inspiring stories, program updates, and upcoming events.
• Safe Harbor Regional Navigator

Products and services

• Brittany's Place Minnesota's first and largest emergency shelter and transitional living program for girls under 18 who are victims of sex trafficking and exploitation. Located in St. Paul, it provides safety, trauma-responsive care, mental health services, and a pathway to stable housing.
• Clifton Place Community re-entry services and supportive housing for men exiting prison in Minneapolis. Provides 36-bed residential program with case management, job placement, and housing navigation to help formerly incarcerated men rebuild their lives.
• Hope House Emergency youth shelter in Chanhassen serving youth ages 14-19 who are homeless, primarily from western suburbs. Provides 24/7 crisis shelter with capacity to serve approximately 120 youth annually.
• St. Cloud Youth Shelter The only 24-hour emergency youth shelter in Central Minnesota serving a 13-county region. Provides emergency shelter, on-site education, mental health services, parent support, and case management for homeless youth.
• VonWald Youth Shelter (Southeast Minnesota Youth Shelter) 12-bed facility in Rochester providing shelter, counseling, and support to approximately 200 teens annually in southeast Minnesota. Founded in 1989 by community and law enforcement leaders.
• Onward House Transitional living program in Eden Prairie for young adults ages 18-22 who are homeless or at risk. Provides furnished housing, case management, and independent living skills development.
• Quincy House Supportive housing partnership in Mounds View for young men ages 18-22 at risk of homelessness. Houses up to 5 young men for up to 18 months with structured daily programming and ongoing case management.
• Lanewood House Fully furnished affordable apartments for young adults ages 18-22 who are at risk of homelessness.
• Transitional Living Program (TLP) An 18-month supportive program allowing youth to work on education, employment, health, and financial goals after addressing immediate needs. Helps youth transition from crisis to independent living.
• Safe Harbor Navigator: East Metro Regional expert and service hub coordinating training and strengthening service networks across Anoka, Chisago, Dakota, Isanti, Ramsey, and Washington counties to educate communities about sex trafficking and connect youth with services.
• Foster Care Program Foster care program recruiting and coaching foster families to provide placements for children and youth in Olmsted County and surrounding areas.
• SAFE Program Services for families and individuals experiencing domestic violence, providing case management and connections to food, employment, and shelter.
• Outreach & Supportive Services Street and community outreach services for at-risk youth and survivors of sex trafficking, providing immediate support and connections to shelter and services.
• Life Skills & Job Readiness Empowering youth and young adults to meet their full potential through life skills development and job readiness training.
• Great River Landing Supportive housing program for formerly incarcerated men in Minneapolis. Provides safe shelter, case management, and support services for men rebuilding their lives following incarceration.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 6,000 youth and adults served annually
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Thomson ReutersminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2024Year-long mentorship program connecting Thomson Reuters women executives with Brittany's Place leaders at Thomson Reuters' annual Aspire to Lead conference. Provided professional development resources for staff working in 24-hour crisis environment.
• Quincy HousecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 April 2021Partnership with Mounds View non-profit Quincy House to expand safe, affordable housing for young men ages 18-22 at risk of homelessness. Quincy House donated a residential home and contributes toward annual operating costs. 180 Degrees provides day-to-day programming, case management, and independent living skills development.
• Minnesota Department of HealthcoreOthers · 16 July 2020Awarded over $450,000 in grant funding to expand services to prevent sex trafficking of minors and named 180 Degrees as Safe Harbor Regional Navigator for Twin Cities' East Metro region covering Anoka, Chisago, Dakota, Isanti, Ramsey, and Washington counties.
• Onward Eden PrairiecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 January 2020Partnership providing housing and case management services for adults ages 18-22 who are homeless or at risk for homelessness. Onward Eden Prairie secured and maintains a fully-furnished single family home; 180 Degrees provides all programming and staffing drawing on trauma-informed, strength-based, culturally-relevant care.
• A Way Home America (AWHA)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2019180 Degrees is among organizations within Hennepin County selected to participate in AWHA's Grand Challenge to end youth homelessness, focusing on LGBTQ+ youth and youth of color who are 120% more likely to experience homelessness.
• State of Minnesota Department of Human ServicescoreOthers · 1 January 2019State agency providing significant grant funding including $1.5 million for St. Cloud Youth Emergency Shelter renovation and ongoing operational support for shelter and re-entry services.
• Minnesota Department of CorrectionscoreOthersProvided additional COVID-19 funding to support 180 Degrees' operations at Clifton Place during the pandemic.
• St. Mark's Cathedral (Minneapolis)minorOthersFresh Start volunteer committee from St. Mark's Cathedral supports Great River Landing program through holiday meals, bed sheets/towels donations, and employment assistance connections for formerly incarcerated residents.

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves13 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• The Bridge for Youth: Minneapolis-based nonprofit providing emergency shelter, crisis intervention, and transitional housing for homeless and at-risk youth — directly comparable in target population (youth ages 12–17), trauma-informed care model, and Minnesota-specific funding sources. Dan Pfarr, 180 Degrees' current CEO, previously worked at The Bridge for Youth, signaling direct operating overlap.
• Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota: Large Minnesota-based social services nonprofit operating youth and family services, refugee resettlement, and community-based programs. Directly comparable as a multi-vertical, Minnesota-focused nonprofit competing for the same state DHS grants and county contracts that fund 180 Degrees.
• Catholic Charities of St. Paul and Minneapolis: Twin Cities-based social services nonprofit operating housing, homelessness, and family services. Directly comparable in service portfolio (emergency shelter, housing, re-entry) and competitive overlap for state and county funding; Pfarr previously worked here before joining 180 Degrees.
• SafePlace (Austin, TX): Texas-based nonprofit providing shelter, housing, and trauma-informed services specifically for survivors of sexual exploitation and domestic violence — directly comparable in mission (sex trafficking response), trauma-responsive care model, and state-designated navigator-style role, though serving a different geography.

Broad incumbents

• Covenant House: Large national nonprofit providing shelter, housing, and supportive services to youth experiencing homelessness and trafficking. Comparable in mission and trauma-informed model, with much broader geographic footprint and development infrastructure that 180 Degrees could be benchmarked against for fundraising scale.
• Volunteers of America (Mid-States / National): Multi-state and national nonprofit housing and human services operator running shelter, supportive housing, and re-entry programs. Overlaps on adult re-entry (similar to Clifton Place/Great River Landing) and emergency shelter programming, with broader scale and federal funding access.
• The Salvation Army Northern Minnesota: Religious-affiliated national and regional human services organization operating emergency shelter, transitional housing, and re-entry programs. Comparable in service mix and government funding profile but operates at much greater scale and with a broader service portfolio.

Regional players

• Home for Little Wanderers: Boston-area nonprofit providing foster care, residential, and community-based services for youth and families. Comparable in trauma-informed, multi-vertical youth services model (shelter, foster care, community re-entry) but operates primarily in the Northeast.
• Tubman (formerly Tubman Family Alliance): Twin Cities-based nonprofit providing safety, shelter, and support for people experiencing relationship violence, sexual exploitation, and trafficking. Comparable in sex trafficking response and trauma-informed residential care model, with direct Minnesota geographic overlap.

Emerging players

• Youth Services of St. Cloud Area: St. Cloud-area youth services nonprofit including runaway/homeless youth programming, directly overlapping with 180 Degrees' St. Cloud Youth Shelter catchment area of 13 counties for emergency youth shelter.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/180degreesmn

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

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