Respite Care

What Respite Care does

Respite Care, Inc. is a Colorado-based nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization founded in 1981 that delivers specialized care, day camp, wilderness camp, field trips, and enrichment activities (arts and crafts, therapy dog visits) to children ages 6 weeks to 18 years with developmental disabilities across Northern Colorado. The organization operates from a primary facility at 5000 Vista Del Pico Drive in Timnath with a secondary address at 6203 S Lemay Avenue in Fort Collins, and maintains a 1:3 trained-staff-to-child ratio that exceeds standard child care licensing norms. Supporting infrastructure includes a Family Portal, Family Resources hub, online prospective-family intake forms, a volunteer scheduling portal, bilingual (English/Spanish) digital brochures, and an email newsletter; there is no disclosed proprietary technology stack, application, or API surface.

The business model is donor-dependent: more than 80% of an annual operating budget exceeding $3 million is sourced from individuals, corporate sponsors, planned gifts, and community partners. Revenue streams include individual donations (qualifying for the Colorado Child Care Contribution Tax Credit of up to 50% on gifts up to $200,000), signature annual events (Respite Ball and Spring Luncheon), a tiered corporate sponsorship stack (Event, Mission, Platinum, Gold, Champagne, Music, Cocktail, Auction, Behind the Scenes), in-kind contributions restricted to new items, the Respite Giving Society ($1,000+/year for a minimum five-year pledge), and Legacy Circle planned giving. Distribution is purely regional and direct, with tuition assistance funneled through external programs (Foothills Gateway, Easter Seals Colorado Respite Coalition, CCCAP) rather than priced as an in-house offering. Go-to-market relies on community-led engagement, tours, volunteer word-of-mouth, and event-driven fundraising rather than paid acquisition or third-party intermediaries.

Name

Respite Care

Legal name

Respite Care, Inc.

Website

https://respitecareinc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) founded in 1981 providing specialized care, day camp, wilderness camp, and enrichment programs for children aged 6 weeks to 18 years with developmental disabilities across Northern Colorado, operated through a Timnath facility and a donor-funded model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Disability Care Services

NAICS

Child Care Services (624410), Child and Youth Services (62411)

SIC

Services-Child Day Care Services (8351), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Respite Care for Families of Children with Disabilities (HSAAAIAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Caregiver Support & Respite Coordination (Assessment/Scheduling/Voucher Navigation) (HLADAKAJ)

Keywords

• Developmental disability care
• Specialized childcare
• Respite services
• Children's day camp
• Nonprofit family services

Headquarters

HQ city

Fort Collins

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: Individual donors contribute to support the organization's annual operating budget of over $3 million. More than 80% of the annual budget comes from donors and community support. Donations qualify for the Colorado Child Care Contribution Tax Credit, providing a 50% state income tax credit for eligible gifts up to $200,000.
2. Event Fundraising: The organization hosts signature events including the annual Respite Ball (November) and Spring Luncheon (April) to raise funds. The 2026 Luncheon raised over $545,000 from 420+ attendees including contributions, pledges, sponsorships, and leadership gifts.
3. Giving Society Membership: The Respite Giving Society is an exclusive donor group requiring a pledge of $1,000 or more per year for a minimum of five years, providing sustainable funding commitments.
4. Planned Giving / Legacy Gifts: Legacy Circle members include Respite Care in their estate plans through bequests, retirement assets, life insurance, donor-advised funds, stocks, real estate, or charitable trusts to provide long-term financial stability.
5. Corporate Sponsorships: Corporate sponsors support events like the Respite Ball and Luncheon at various sponsorship tiers including Event Sponsor, Mission Sponsors, Platinum, Gold, Champagne, Music, Cocktail, Auction, and Behind the Scenes sponsorships.
6. In-Kind Donations: The organization accepts donations of items such as art supplies, games, sports equipment, books, and office supplies. Only new items are accepted per state licensing requirements.
7. Retail Rewards Programs: King Soopers and City Market Community Rewards program allows shoppers to link their loyalty cards, with a portion of purchases donated to Respite Care (code FY860).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Respite Care, Inc. is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that provides short-term, specialized care and enrichment programs for children with developmental disabilities (ages 6 weeks to 18 years) in Northern Colorado. The organization offers Specialized Care with a 1:3 staff-to-child ratio, plus Day Camp, Wilderness Camp, Field Trips, and Enrichment Activities such as Arts & Crafts and Therapy Dog Visits, enabling parents to take breaks while their children receive individualized, safe care.

Product overview

Respite Care, Inc. is a nonprofit childcare organization providing specialized care and enrichment programs for children with developmental disabilities in Northern Colorado. The organization operates a unified service model consisting of core care programs including Specialized Care, Day Camp, Wilderness Camp, and Field Trips, supplemented by Enrichment Activities such as Arts & Crafts and Therapy Dog Visits. Additional support services include the Family Portal for communication and resource access, Family Resources connecting families to external support services, and informational materials including newsletters and digital brochures in multiple languages. The organization maintains a staffing ratio of one trained staff member per three children to ensure individualized, attentive care.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Specialized Care Short-term, individualized specialized care program for children with developmental disabilities (ages 6 weeks to 18 years), maintaining a staffing ratio of one trained staff member for every three children. Designed for parents who need respite from caregiving responsibilities.
• Day Camp Daytime camp program offering enrichment activities and care for children with developmental disabilities during daytime hours.
• Wilderness Camp Outdoor wilderness camp providing nature-based experiences and enrichment activities for children with developmental disabilities.
• Field Trips Educational and recreational field trip excursions providing enrichment opportunities outside the facility for children in the program.
• Enrichment Activities (Arts & Crafts, Therapy Dog Visits) Activities such as Arts & Crafts and Therapy Dog Visits providing opportunities for creativity, engagement, and social development for children with developmental disabilities.

Quantifiable outcome

• More than 80% of annual budget funded by donors and community
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered major, core and supporting.

• Embassy Suites LovelandmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 November 2026Venue sponsor for the 2026 Respite Care Holiday Ball, hosting the signature evening event honoring children, families, and community supporters.
• Realities for ChildrencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity Partner providing grant support through the Proud Partner Agency program to help make Respite Care's mission possible.
• United Way - WeldcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity Partner providing grant support as part of the community partner network helping fund Respite Care's services for children with developmental disabilities.
• Lead Audio VisualsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerAudio visual sponsorship for the Spring Luncheon, supporting event production.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Melmark: Pennsylvania-based nonprofit providing residential, educational, and clinical services for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Comparable as a similarly-missioned nonprofit serving high-need developmental disability populations through specialized programs.
• Keshet: Chicago-area nonprofit providing programs for children and adults with developmental disabilities, including recreational, educational, and respite services. Comparable as a similarly-sized nonprofit delivering specialized community-based programs for children with developmental disabilities.
• Opportunity Partners: Minnesota-based nonprofit providing day programs, residential services, and family support for people with disabilities. Comparable as a regional nonprofit operating high-touch, staff-intensive programs for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Hope Haven: Iowa-based nonprofit providing residential, employment, and family support services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Comparable as a multi-program regional nonprofit serving the developmental disability community through community-based and family support services.
• AbilityFirst: California-based nonprofit providing programs for children and adults with developmental disabilities, including recreation, residential, and respite support. Comparable as a regional nonprofit offering specialized developmental disability services with a similar donor-driven revenue model.
• Easter Seals Colorado: Colorado chapter of Easterseals providing disability services including respite, therapy, and family support statewide. Comparable as a regional nonprofit operating in the same geography with overlapping family services for children with developmental disabilities.

Broad incumbents

• Easterseals: National nonprofit federation providing disability services including respite care, autism services, and early childhood education. Directly comparable as a multi-state nonprofit delivering respite and developmental disability services to families, with a similar donor- and community-supported funding model.
• The Arc: National nonprofit organization providing services, advocacy, and family support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Comparable as a mission-aligned nonprofit operating family support, respite, and community inclusion programs across a chapter network.
• United Cerebral Palsy (UCP): National nonprofit providing direct services — including respite care, residential support, and family support — to people with cerebral palsy and other developmental disabilities. Comparable as a multi-state nonprofit disability services provider reliant on donations and local affiliate networks.
• Volunteers of America: National nonprofit providing a broad portfolio of human services including disability services, child welfare, and senior care. Comparable as a large, donor-and-grant-funded nonprofit serving vulnerable populations with a mix of direct service and community-based programs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/respitecareftc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/respite-care-inc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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