Interfaith Community Services

What Interfaith Community Services does

Interfaith Community Services is a private, non-denominational 501(c)(3) nonprofit social services organization headquartered in Escondido, California, serving North San Diego County since 1979. The organization operates more than 70–75 programs across four core service lines: Food & Basic Needs, Housing & Shelter, Substance Use Treatment, and Senior Support. Service delivery is conducted through walk-in centers in Escondido and Carlsbad, phone intake at 760-489-6380, home visits for senior clients, and a referral network of partner agencies, with all client services provided free of charge to eligible individuals.

The organization's product portfolio is anchored by facilities and programs including Haven House (North County's first year-round emergency homeless shelter for all genders), the Hawthorne Veteran and Family Resource Center (recuperative care for homeless individuals exiting hospitals), and Recovery & Wellness programs addressing addiction and co-occurring disorders. Core technology is limited to operational infrastructure rather than a proprietary platform: GoFundMe Pro / Classy powers online donation pages and campaigns; the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) supports required federal reporting and regional Continuums of Care coordination, in which Interfaith serves as HMIS Administrator for two CoCs. In November 2025, Interfaith expanded into earned income with Kind Threads, a resale apparel thrift store in San Marcos whose proceeds fund program operations.

Interfaith's business model is a hybrid of donation-based fundraising, government grants and contracts, and a nascent social-enterprise retail channel. Revenue is sourced from individual and corporate donations through online portals, direct mail, and events; federal, state, and local government funding for homelessness, substance use, housing, and senior services; and thrift-store sales. Fundraising is structured around named campaigns including the One Campaign (Bezos Day 1 Families Fund–backed), People for People Fund (Price Philanthropies partnership), Sponsor a Senior, and Preventing Homelessness. The organization holds a Charity Navigator Four-Star rating and Great Place to Work certification (2026), and employs 51–100 staff. CEO Greg Anglea has led the organization since May 2014, supported by COO Filipia Rios, CDO Luis Murillo, CFO Robert Coull, and a broader executive team.

Name

Interfaith Community Services

Legal name

Interfaith Community Services

Website

https://interfaithservices.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1979

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Interfaith Community Services is a non-denominational 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving North San Diego County since 1979, operating 70+ programs across food assistance, housing and shelter, substance use treatment, and senior support, delivered via walk-in centers, home visits, and referral partnerships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Human and Social Services

NAICS

Social Assistance (624), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120), Community Housing Services (62422), Temporary Shelters (624221)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Community Centers & Neighborhood Support Services (BPAGAEAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Companion Care & Social Support (non-clinical) (HLADAGAB), Independent Living with Supportive Services (Light ADL/IADL Support) (HLADAAAE)

Keywords

• Social services nonprofit
• Homeless shelter services
• Food assistance programs
• Substance use treatment
• Senior support services

Headquarters

HQ city

Escondido

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Donations and Fundraising: Individual and corporate donations through online portal, direct mail, and fundraising events. Multiple ongoing fundraising campaigns including People for People fund, One Campaign (Bezos Day 1 Families Fund matched), Sponsor a Senior program, and Preventing Homelessness campaign.
2. Thrift Store Operations: Kind Threads resale apparel store generates revenue through clothing, shoes, and accessories sales, with all proceeds directly supporting Interfaith's 70+ programs.
3. Government Grants and Contracts: Federal, state, and local government funding through grants and contracts to provide homeless services, substance use treatment, housing support, and senior services in San Diego County.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Interfaith Community Services delivers free, comprehensive social services to individuals and families in North San Diego County through more than 75 programs organized into four core service lines: Food & Basic Needs (emergency food, hygiene, ID and prescription assistance), Housing & Shelter (Haven House year-round emergency shelter and bridge housing), Substance Use Treatment (recovery and wellness), and Senior Support (case management and healthcare navigation). Services are supplemented by the Kind Threads thrift store social enterprise and delivered through walk-in centers, phone intake, home visits, and a referral-based network.

Product overview

Interfaith Community Services operates as a nonprofit social services organization offering a comprehensive continuum of care through multiple integrated programs and facilities. The core service portfolio includes four main service lines: Food & Basic Needs, Housing & Shelter, Substance Use Treatment, and Senior Support, all delivered through personalized case management and needs assessment approaches. The organization supports these direct services with several fundraising campaigns (People for People Fund, One Campaign, Sponsor a Senior, Preventing Homelessness) and social enterprises (Kind Threads thrift store). Major facilities include the Haven House Year-Round Emergency Shelter (North County's first year-round emergency shelter for all genders), Hawthorne Veteran and Family Resource Center, and recuperative care programs. The organization operates more than 75 programs across its service areas in North San Diego County, with locations in Escondido (headquarters) and Carlsbad.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Kind Threads: Kind Threads: Resale Apparel is Interfaith's very own thrift store offering clothing, shoes, and accessories, with all proceeds directly supporting their 70+ programs. Located at 251 N City Dr, Suite 121B, San Marcos, CA 92078.

Products and services

• Food & Basic Needs Emergency food assistance, pantry services, hygiene products, identification assistance, prescription assistance, SDGE utility support, and referrals to case management. Available on a walk-in basis at Escondido and Carlsbad locations for low-income individuals and families facing crisis.
• Housing & Shelter Comprehensive housing programs including the Haven House Year-Round Emergency Shelter (North County's first year-round emergency homeless shelter for all genders) and bridge housing services that transition clients from homelessness to long-term stable housing. Accessible via referral from external organizations or Interfaith case managers.
• Substance Use Treatment Full range of treatment services for individuals struggling with substance use and co-occurring disorders, delivered through Recovery & Wellness programs addressing addiction and mental health.
• Senior Support Case management and healthcare navigation services for adults age 60 and older in North Inland and North Coastal San Diego County, supporting independence and safety in their living environments.
• Kind Threads Resale Apparel Interfaith's thrift store offering clothing, shoes, and accessories with all proceeds directly supporting the organization's 75+ social service programs. Open Tuesday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m., at 251 N City Dr, Suite 121B, San Marcos, CA 92078.
• Hawthorne Veteran and Family Resource Center Veteran-focused facility providing recuperative care and support for homeless individuals exiting hospitals, and specialized services for veterans and families in need of transitional support.

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Price PhilanthropiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLaunched the People for People fund in partnership with Price Philanthropies to strengthen services for marginalized communities impacted by recent federal policies. This emergency fund provides matching opportunities for donors.
• Harrah's Resort SoCalminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAll-In 4 Change program where Interfaith can win up to $100,000 from Harrah's Resort SoCal through community voting.
• Alliance for Regional SolutionscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCEO Greg Anglea serves as Past President and member of the Alliance for Regional Solutions Steering Committee, coordinating regional homeless services.
• Regional Homeless Continuum of CarecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCEO serves as Advisory Board Member representing North Coastal services providers on the Regional Homeless Continuum of Care.
• County of San Diego Social Services Advisory BoardcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCEO serves on the County of San Diego Social Services Advisory Board to provide guidance on social services policy and programs.
• North County Philanthropy CouncilminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCEO serves as Past President of the North County Philanthropy Council, supporting regional philanthropic efforts.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Father Joe's Villages: San Diego's largest homeless services provider offering integrated housing, food, healthcare, and case management. Directly comparable to Interfaith as a comprehensive nonprofit social services agency in the same regional market.
• San Diego Rescue Mission: Faith-based nonprofit providing emergency shelter, food, recovery programs, and transitional housing in San Diego. Comparable service portfolio and faith-based operating model.
• PATH (People Assisting the Homeless): Regional nonprofit operating housing, shelter, and case management programs across Southern California. Comparable integrated services model focused on ending homelessness.
• Alpha Project for the Homeless: San Diego nonprofit providing shelter, housing, and supportive services. Operates similar programs (bridge housing, case management) in the same metro area.
• Feeding San Diego: Regional food bank and hunger-relief nonprofit operating across San Diego County. Comparable in food assistance programming and donor-supported funding model.
• Brother Benno's Foundation: Oceanside-based nonprofit offering food, shelter, recovery, and case management services in North San Diego County. Direct geographic and programmatic overlap with Interfaith's service territory.
• Jewish Family Service of San Diego: Faith-inspired nonprofit providing case management, senior services, food assistance, and refugee support across San Diego County. Comparable integrated service delivery model.
• Home Start, Inc. San Diego nonprofit providing housing, case management, and family stabilization services. Comparable focus on homelessness prevention and family services.

Broad incumbents

• Salvation Army San Diego: Large national nonprofit with San Diego operations providing shelter, food, and recovery services. Broader portfolio and brand recognition; overlaps with Interfaith on housing, food, and substance use programs.
• YMCA of San Diego County: Large regional nonprofit with broad social services including youth, family, and senior programming. Overlaps with Interfaith on senior services and community-based case management.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/kindthreads_sm
• Xx.com/interfaithcs

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles23 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors2 records

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M&A

Investments

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