Hope Villages of America

What Hope Villages of America does

Hope Villages of America is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1967 and headquartered in Pinellas County, Florida, delivering integrated human-services programming across hunger relief, homelessness prevention, domestic violence intervention, and basic-needs assistance. In 2023 the organization rebranded from RCS Pinellas to Hope Villages of America and appointed Nick DiCeglie as President and CEO, signaling a broadened regional identity. The operating model is built on four core programs: a Food Distribution program that channels roughly 6 million pounds of food annually to 70,000+ neighbors and feeds 150,000 individuals per year; a Housing Stability program serving 32,000 seniors and children; The Haven, an abuse services program that operates a 24/7 hotline handling approximately 3,500 calls annually and shelters 300+ women and children, supported by an outreach center that served 14,000 clients; and The Express Center, a one-stop basic-needs and case-management hub added in 2023.

Funding is assembled from four streams: individual and event-based donations, corporate matching and sponsorships (notably Publix Charities), government grants (HUD, USDA, Florida Department of Children and Families), and institutional partners including United Way Suncoast, municipal governments, and faith congregations. The organization reports that 90% of expenses are directed to program services, and carries a GuideStar Gold Seal of Transparency and a Charity Navigator 4-star rating. Operating scale is supported by 11-50 staff, and the organization is geographically concentrated in Pinellas County with no disclosed expansion beyond that footprint.

Name

Hope Villages of America

Legal name

Hope Villages of America, Inc.

Website

https://hopevillagesofamerica.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1967

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Hope Villages of America is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving Pinellas County, Florida, delivering integrated food distribution, housing stability, domestic violence, and basic-needs services to over 150,000 individuals annually through four core programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Nonprofit Human and Social Services

NAICS

Community Housing Services (62422), Community Food and Housing, and Emergency and Other Relief Services (6242), Community Food Services (62421), Emergency and Other Relief Services (624230), Other Community Housing Services (624229)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Community Centers & Neighborhood Support Services (BPAGAEAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public & Affordable Housing Programs (Subsidies, Vouchers, Public Housing) (BPAIANAA), Affordable Housing & Community Development (Housing, Community Land Trusts) (BPAGALAC), Community Development & Neighborhood Revitalization Housing Programs (FSALAKAO), Disaster Recovery & Emergency Housing Assistance Programs (FSALAKAK)

Keywords

• Food distribution services
• Housing stability assistance
• Domestic violence services
• Nonprofit social services
• Community support programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Clearwater

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual and Corporate Donations: Cash donations from individuals, groups, and businesses; monthly recurring donations through Change Maker program; one-time gifts; appreciated stock donations; and bequests through estate planning.
2. Corporate Matching Gifts: Employee matching gift programs where employers double employee donations to the organization. EIN 59-1309186 is used for matching gift processing.
3. Government Grants and Contracts: Funding from government partners including HUD, USDA (food programs), DCF, and local municipal governments for specific service programs.
4. Event Fundraising: Revenue from galas, balls, luncheons, and other fundraising events including sponsorship packages and ticket sales.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Hope Villages of America is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides free, integrated social services — primarily food distribution, housing stability assistance, and domestic violence services — to individuals and families in Pinellas County, Florida. Programs are delivered through community sites and supported by donations, grants, and fundraising events.

Product overview

Hope Villages of America operates as a single unified nonprofit service organization providing community social services in Pinellas County, Florida. The organization offers four integrated core programs: Food Distribution Services (providing nutritious groceries and supporting local food pantries), Housing Stability Services (offering affordable housing with wrap-around support programs for self-sufficiency), Abuse Services through The Haven (certified domestic violence center with safe house and outreach services), and The Express Center (immediate needs hub offering various walk-up services). These programs work together to address hunger, homelessness, domestic violence, and basic needs, serving over 150,000 individuals annually with support from volunteers and partner organizations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Food Distribution Program
• Housing Stability Services
• Domestic Violence Services
• Community Outreach and Intake

Quantifiable outcome

• 150,000 individuals fed annually
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• United Way SuncoastcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor community partner and co-branded initiatives including partner badge placement on website. United Way is a key collaborator in addressing hunger and basic needs in Pinellas County.
• Pinellas County GovernmentcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerGovernment partner providing funding and support for community services. Includes Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners.
• HUD (U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerFederal housing support programs and funding for affordable housing initiatives.
• USDA (U.S. Department of Agriculture)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerFood distribution programs including TEFAP (The Emergency Food Assistance Program) supporting food bank operations.
• DCF (Florida Department of Children and Families)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerState government partner for abuse services and family support programs.
• City of St. PetersburgcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMunicipal government partner providing support for community services.
• City of ClearwatercoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMunicipal government partner providing community support and resources.
• City of LargocoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMunicipal government partner providing community support.
• Faith Congregations PartnershipcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with multiple faith congregations of many denominations that founded the organization and continue to support services. Includes Chapel by the Sea, Church of Ascension, Anona UMC, and others.
• Letter Carriers (Stamp Out Hunger)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnual food drive partnership with postal workers to collect food donations from Pinellas County residents.
• Clearwater Police DepartmentminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLaw enforcement partner for domestic violence response and victim support services.
• St. Petersburg Police DepartmentminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLaw enforcement partner for community safety and victim support.

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Regional players

• Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas County: Affordable housing provider in the same Pinellas County geography. Comparable on the housing pillar but focused on homeownership pathways rather than transitional/affordable rentals.

Others

• The Haven of RCS (legacy brand): The Haven is now operated as a program within Hope Villages of America rather than an independent peer; listed here to clarify the merger. As a former standalone DV center, comparable programs include local YWCAs and shelters.
• United Way Suncoast: Listed partner of Hope Villages; United Way is a regional funder/convener for social services rather than direct operator. Comparable as a community-coordination ecosystem player rather than direct competitor.

Direct peers

• Catholic Charities Diocese of St. Petersburg: Catholic social services agency serving Pinellas County with food, housing, and family support programs. Directly comparable faith-affiliated community services peer in the same geography.
• Metropolitan Ministries: Tampa-based faith-rooted nonprofit providing food, housing, and family services across the Tampa Bay region. Directly comparable as a multi-service community nonprofit serving overlapping geography and similar client populations.
• YWCA of Greater St. Petersburg / Pinellas: Regional provider of domestic violence services, safe housing, and empowerment programs in Pinellas County. Directly comparable to The Haven DV programming.
• Feeding Tampa Bay: Regional Feeding America food bank serving the Tampa Bay area, including Pinellas County. Directly comparable to HVA's food distribution operations and partnership network of pantries.
• St. Vincent de Paul CARES: Faith-rooted nonprofit in Pinellas County providing food, housing, and basic-needs assistance. Closely comparable mission, operating model, and service area.

Emerging players

• Goodwill Industries-Suncoast: Regional workforce development and social enterprise nonprofit in the Tampa Bay area. Comparable on the job-readiness and self-sufficiency programming that Hope Villages offers through housing stability services.

Broad incumbents

• Salvation Army Tampa Area Command: National faith-based social services organization operating in the same region, offering food, housing, and disaster relief. Comparable as a broader multi-service incumbent with similar mission pillars.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/hopevillages
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCmroxXN5WVOjHwp_5Lp55Kg
• Facebookfacebook.com/HopeVillagesofAmerica
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hope-villages-of-america
• Instagraminstagram.com/hopevillages

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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Investments

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