Arcata House Partnership

What Arcata House Partnership does

Arcata House Partnership (AHP) is a private nonprofit social services organization founded in 1991 and headquartered in Arcata, California, that operates as the only provider in Humboldt County offering a full continuum of homelessness and food insecurity services. Its core programs comprise emergency and transitional shelter for adults and families, Permanent Supportive Housing (including the Ke-Mey-Ek' Place and The Grove properties), a food assistance program distributing over 55,000 meals and 500,000 pounds of food annually, and the Annex One-Stop, a consolidated drop-in center providing case management, mail, phone charging, ID assistance, and referrals. A street outreach team extends service delivery to individuals not presenting at fixed sites. AHP serves individuals and families experiencing homelessness, with documented emphasis on families with children and older adults (50+), the latter identified as the fastest-growing unhoused demographic.

AHP has no proprietary technology platform; service delivery is built around physical locations (501 9th St. for client services and 4677 Valley West Blvd for administrative offices), human case management under a Housing First framework, and a coordinated network of community partners including DHHS, Yurok Indian Housing Authority, the City of Arcata, the Humboldt County Probation Department, and multiple faith organizations. Annual program output reached 51,200 meals, 33,400 bed nights, and 800 people served through the Annex and outreach in the most recently disclosed year. The organization is led by Executive Director Dr. Darlene Spoor and governed by a board chaired by President Susan Riesel.

AHP's revenue model is a nonprofit operating budget composed of foundation and government grants (including a $2.5M Bezos Day 1 Families Fund grant in November 2024), individual donations tiered at $50/$100/$500/$1,000, in-kind contributions via an Amazon Wish List and monthly Donation Days, and volunteer labor. All client services are provided free of charge. The organization has no commercial product distribution and is geographically constrained to Humboldt County. In 2025, AHP lost $2.1 million in expected federal funding, resulting in 16 staff layoffs and scaled-back services, creating near-term operating pressure despite its dominant local position.

Name

Arcata House Partnership

Legal name

Arcata House Partnership

Website

https://arcatahouse.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Arcata House Partnership is a 1991-founded nonprofit in Arcata, California, providing emergency shelter, permanent supportive housing, food assistance, and case management to homeless and food-insecure individuals and families across Humboldt County.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Homelessness and Social Services

NAICS

Community Housing Services (62422), Temporary Shelters (624221), Community Food Services (624210)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Housing Assistance & Homeless Services (BPAGAEAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Homelessness Prevention, Shelter & Supportive Housing Services (BPAIANAC), Affordable Housing & Community Development (Housing, Community Land Trusts) (BPAGALAC)

Keywords

• Homeless services
• Emergency shelter
• Permanent housing
• Food assistance
• Case management

Headquarters

HQ city

Arcata

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. Grant Funding: Arcata House Partnership receives significant grant funding from foundations and government programs. Major grants include the $2.5 million Bezos Day 1 Families Fund grant received in November 2024. The organization also faces challenges from federal funding cuts totaling $2.1 million in expected funding.
2. Individual Donations: The organization accepts monetary donations from individuals through its website (Network for Good portal) and during monthly Donation Day events. Donation levels offered include $50, $100, $500, and $1,000 options.
3. In-Kind Donations: Community members donate essential items including clothing, blankets, food, hygiene products, and other supplies that support shelter programs and clients. The organization maintains an Amazon Wish List for specific needed items.
4. Volunteer Services: Community volunteers contribute time to food pantry assistance, donation collection and sorting, extreme weather shelter support, meal preparation, and special events.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Arcata House Partnership operates a coordinated system of social services for people experiencing homelessness and food insecurity in Humboldt County, California. It delivers emergency and family shelter, permanent supportive housing (including properties Ke-Mey-Ek' Place and The Grove), food pantry and meal services, case management, drop-in support at the Annex One-Stop, and street outreach, all provided free of charge to clients.

Product overview

Arcata House Partnership is a nonprofit social services organization providing a coordinated system of homelessness services in Humboldt County, California. The organization operates multiple interconnected programs: shelter programs (emergency and transitional housing for adults and families), permanent housing programs (including Permanent Supportive Housing with case management), food assistance services (meals and food distribution), and support/referral services through the Annex One-Stop location. The organization also conducts community outreach. These programs work together to provide a continuum of care from immediate shelter needs through permanent housing stability.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Shelter Programs Emergency and transitional shelter services for adults and families experiencing homelessness in Humboldt County, providing safe short-term housing solutions during crisis.
• Permanent Housing Programs Affordable housing solutions including Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) with case management support to help individuals and families achieve long-term housing stability.
• Food Assistance Services Food pantry and prepared meal services that distribute over 55,000 meals annually and 500,000 pounds of food to food-insecure individuals and families.
• Support & Referral Services Drop-in services at the Annex One-Stop including case management, mail services, phone charging, ID assistance, benefits applications, and referrals to community resources.
• Outreach Services Mobile street outreach team that meets people experiencing homelessness in the community to offer immediate support, essential resources, and referrals to AHP's shelter, housing, food, and case management programs.

Quantifiable outcome

• 51,200 meals served and 33,400 bed nights provided in one year
• +3 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

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner working with AHP to create affordable housing options and coordinate services for homeless individuals and families in Humboldt County.
• Yurok Indian Housing AuthoritycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner collaborating with AHP to create affordable housing options including Ke-Mey-Ek' Place and The Grove for families in need.
• City of ArcatacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCity liaison partner working with AHP on housing initiatives. The City of Arcata received $14.1 million California Homekey 2 Grant for a 60-unit motel acquisition permanent supportive housing project near AHP's service area.
• Humboldt County Probation DepartmentminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAHP partners with the Probation Department's Next Step Program, which earned the CSAC Challenge Award for reducing crime by addressing offender needs for food and shelter through a housing first model upon release from prison.
• Arcata Main StreetminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRecognized AHP as nonprofit of the month in December 2020, highlighting the organization as a symbol of hope in the community.
• Faith Partners (Arcata United Methodist, Temple Beth El, St. Mary's, St. Albans, Zen Group, Quakers Humboldt Friends Meeting)minorOthersFaith-based community organizations providing additional support and resources for AHP's programs and clients.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Food for People: The regional food bank for Humboldt County, distributing food to partner agencies and directly to those in need. Directly comparable as a Humboldt County nonprofit addressing food insecurity, which is one of AHP's core service lines (55,000+ meals, 500,000 lbs of food annually).
• St. Vincent de Paul Society of Humboldt County: Faith-based nonprofit in Humboldt County providing food, shelter, and basic needs assistance. Comparable as a community-rooted social services nonprofit offering food and housing support to vulnerable populations in the same service area.
• Redwood Community Action Agency: Humboldt County nonprofit providing housing assistance, homelessness services, and community development programs. Directly comparable as a co-located provider of emergency shelter, housing navigation, and supportive services for low-income residents.
• Salvation Army Eureka Corps: Operates emergency shelter, food programs, and case management in Humboldt County. Directly comparable as a shelter and food assistance provider serving the same homeless and food-insecure population as AHP.
• Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Santa Rosa (Humboldt): Provides housing, immigration, and social services across Northern California including Humboldt County. Comparable as a regional social services nonprofit offering case management, housing assistance, and emergency support.

Regional players

• Northern California Indian Development Council: Native-led nonprofit serving Native American communities in Humboldt and Del Norte counties with housing, social services, and cultural programs. Comparable as a regional nonprofit providing housing and supportive services to vulnerable populations in overlapping service areas.
• Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services: Government agency delivering public social services including housing and homeless programs in Humboldt County. Comparable as a regional safety-net provider and a key referral partner that co-funds AHP's work.

Broad incumbents

• National Alliance to End Homelessness: National policy, research, and advocacy organization focused on preventing and ending homelessness. Comparable as a sector-defining incumbent whose frameworks and funding priorities shape the operating environment for frontline providers like AHP.

Others

• 2-1-1 Humboldt: Free, confidential information and referral service connecting Humboldt County residents to health and human services. Comparable as a complementary access point that frequently routes clients to AHP and similar direct-service providers.

Emerging players

• Habitat for Humanity of Humboldt County: Builds affordable housing and offers homeownership pathways in Humboldt County. Comparable as an affordable housing provider in the same region; AHP's PSH program graduates clients who may transition into Habitat pathways.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCTIM_ZH-Xkd-mnoZnd6oOhA
• Facebookfacebook.com/ArcataHousePartnership
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/arcatahousepartnership
• Instagraminstagram.com/arcatahouse

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Arcata House Partnership