What Laura's House does

Laura's House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN 33-0621826) founded in 1994 and headquartered in Aliso Viejo, California, that delivers an integrated continuum of domestic violence services across Orange County. Its core offerings include a 24/7 crisis hotline (866-498-1511), a 45-day secure emergency shelter, transitional housing (6–12 months), short-term individual and group therapy (including the court-approved Personal Empowerment Program / PEP), legal advocacy for restraining orders, three-month case management, and children's therapeutic programs. Education and prevention layers include the H.E.A.R.T. adolescent dating-abuse workshop, the Man.Kind OC male youth character-development program, a 40-hour California Evidence Code 1037.1 DV counselor certification, and the confidential virtual 'Breaking the Cycle' therapy program.

Underlying operational technology is built on a trauma-informed care framework and licensed clinical protocols rather than software platforms; the organization has no public API or developer-facing integrations and does not disclose any AI/ML capability. Service delivery runs through two advocacy centers (Aliso Viejo, Garden Grove), three resale stores (Lake Forest, San Juan Capistrano, Costa Mesa), a Poshmark storefront (@laurashouseoc), and school/community presentations.

The business model is donor- and grant-funded rather than transactional: all survivor-facing services are provided free of charge. Earned revenue comes from three resale stores (~ $1.4M annually, 8,967 volunteer hours, 399,400 kg of goods diverted from landfill), with the remainder from individual and corporate donations (including Circle of Friends), planned giving/legacies, foundation and government grants, United Way CFC workplace giving (CFC Code 25025), and signature fundraising events (32nd Annual Gala 'The Velvet Royale', HOPE Golf Invitational, Brighter Futures Luncheon). The organization reports that 82% of revenue funds program services. In 2024, Laura's House provided 15,000+ survivor services, educated 30,667 community members, and assisted 4,725 hotline callers.

Name

Laura's House

Legal name

Laura's House

Website

https://laurashouse.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Laura's House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1994 in Orange County, California, providing free domestic violence services—including 24/7 crisis hotline, emergency shelter, therapy, legal advocacy, and prevention education—to survivors, children, and community members.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Domestic Violence Social Services

NAICS

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

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Domestic Violence & Abuse Support Services (BPAGAEAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Housing Assistance & Homeless Services (BPAGAEAB), Homelessness Prevention, Shelter & Supportive Housing Services (BPAIANAC)

Keywords

• Domestic violence shelter
• Crisis intervention services
• Trauma-informed therapy
• Legal advocacy services
• Prevention education programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Aliso Viejo

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Individual and Corporate Donations: Tax-deductible donations from individuals and corporations supporting the organization's mission. The Circle of Friends program provides a structured giving tier. Donors can give through the website, by mail, or through vehicle donations.
2. Resale Store Operations: Three resale stores (Lake Forest, San Juan Capistrano, Costa Mesa) selling donated designer items generate approximately $1.4M in annual revenue supporting the mission. Proceeds fund shelter, counseling, and legal services.
3. Fundraising Events: Annual signature events including the 32nd Annual Gala (The Velvet Royale), HOPE Golf Invitational, Brighter Futures Luncheon, and peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns.
4. Planned Giving and Legacy Donations: Bequests and planned gifts included in wills and estate planning to create lasting impact
5. Grant Funding: Foundation and government grants supporting specific programs and services

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Laura's House provides a free, integrated continuum of domestic violence services including a 24/7 crisis hotline, 45-day emergency shelter, court-approved therapy, legal advocacy, case management, transitional housing, children's programs, and prevention education. The organization is funded through donations, grants, and fundraising events, and sustains its mission through three physical resale stores plus an online resale shop selling donated designer items.

Product overview

Laura's House operates as a single-service nonprofit organization offering an integrated continuum of domestic violence support services. The core offerings center on crisis intervention through a 24/7 hotline and 45-day emergency shelter, supplemented by therapy services (including the court-approved Personal Empowerment Program), legal advocacy, case management, and transitional housing programs. Education and prevention programs include the H.E.A.R.T. adolescent dating abuse prevention workshop, Man.Kind OC male youth leadership program, and 40-hour DV counselor certification training. The organization also operates resale stores as a fundraising mechanism. All services are delivered through physical locations in Orange County, California (Aliso Viejo, Garden Grove) with virtual options for select programs, and all offerings are provided free of charge to survivors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• H.E.A.R.T. Healthy Emotions and Attitudes in Relationships for Today - an interactive workshop to prevent teen dating abuse.
• Man.Kind OC
• Breaking the Cycle
• Personal Empowerment Program (PEP)

Products and services

• 24/7 Crisis Hotline A 24-hour crisis hotline (866-498-1511) providing immediate safety planning, resources, and support for survivors of domestic violence. Callers may also dial 211 and request transfer to Laura's House hotline for anonymous access.
• Emergency Shelter A secure 45-day emergency shelter providing safety, case management, children's programming, therapy, and legal advocacy for adults and children escaping domestic violence.
• Therapy Services Short-term trauma-informed therapy including the court-approved Personal Empowerment Program (PEP) group therapy, individual therapy, and group therapy topics to help victims and survivors process trauma and foster resiliency.
• Legal Advocacy Legal advocates provide education, support, and court accompaniment for domestic violence restraining orders, helping survivors navigate complex legal systems.
• Case Management A three-month program offering personalized support and resource referrals, available to those receiving therapy or legal advocacy services.
• Transitional Housing A 6-12 month housing program offering survivors the foundation for lasting change and independence beyond emergency shelter.
• Children's Program Compassionate therapeutic programs designed to support children in healing from the effects of domestic violence and building emotional resilience.
• Breaking the Cycle A confidential virtual therapy program for individuals ready to take responsibility and build healthier relationships.
• H.E.A.R.T. Program A free, interactive workshop (Healthy Emotions and Attitudes in Relationships Today) to prevent adolescent dating abuse and promote healthy relationships among middle and high school students.
• Man.Kind OC A free character development program offering interactive workshops for male high school students on interpersonal relationships, mentorship, skills development, and leadership to build empathy.
• 40-Hour Domestic Violence Advocacy Training A 40-hour training program to become a certified Domestic Violence Counselor in California, meeting California Evidence Code 1037.1 requirements for designation.
• Domestic Violence Consultation Group Case consultation and practical trauma-informed support for students, licensed therapists, and trainees working with domestic violence cases, led by Laura's House lead therapists.
• Resale Stores Three retail locations (Lake Forest, San Juan Capistrano, Costa Mesa) plus an online Poshmark shop selling donated designer items, with all proceeds supporting families affected by domestic violence.

Quantifiable outcome

• 15,000+ services provided to survivors in 2024
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered supportive, major sponsor and minor.

• United Way CFC of Greater SoCalsupportiveOthersLaura's House is a United Way CFC of Greater SoCal Charity Organization (CFC Code: 25025), enabling donors to give through the Combined Federal Campaign workplace giving program.
• Anaheim Ducksmajor sponsorGTM or Marketing PartnerThe Anaheim Ducks are recognized as collaborators for their constant collaboration and unwavering support for Laura's House mission. Their commitment to positive change has helped expand opportunities for hope, recovery, and safety for survivors and families.
• ReSupplyminorOthersReSupply is a partner for furniture donation pickups, enabling Laura's House to accept furniture donations through their platform while supporting sustainable furniture reuse.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Interval House: Long-standing Orange County domestic violence shelter and resource center offering emergency shelter, counseling, legal advocacy, and community education — directly comparable services, geography, and client population.
• Human Options: Irvine-based nonprofit providing shelter, housing, and prevention services for survivors of domestic violence across Orange County — overlapping geography, mission, and core service model including 24/7 hotline, emergency shelter, and education programs.
• Center for Domestic Peace: Marin County nonprofit providing domestic violence shelter, counseling, and prevention education programs including school-based intervention — comparable service model and mid-sized nonprofit scale.
• Sojourner Family Peace Center: Milwaukee-based nonprofit operating the largest DV shelter in Wisconsin along with integrated legal, counseling, and children's services — comparable continuum-of-care model, though serving a different geography.

Broad incumbents

• Safe Horizon: New York City's largest victim-services nonprofit, operating domestic violence shelters, hotlines, counseling, and legal advocacy — highly comparable program mix delivered at much larger scale.
• YWCA of Greater Los Angeles: Regional YWCA chapter operating 24-hour domestic violence hotlines, shelter beds, and advocacy services across Los Angeles County — overlapping mission and service lines as part of a broader women's empowerment portfolio.

Emerging players

• National Domestic Violence Hotline: National 24/7 crisis hotline and resource referral service for domestic violence survivors — overlap is concentrated on the hotline/advocacy components rather than the full shelter/resale model.

Regional players

• A Safe Place: San Diego County domestic violence shelter and resource center offering emergency shelter, counseling, and prevention education — comparable programs in an adjacent Southern California county.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/lauras_house
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@laurashouse4801
• Facebookfacebook.com/LaurasHouseOC
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/laura%27s-house
• Instagraminstagram.com/laurashouseoc
• TikToktiktok.com/@laurashouseheart
• Pinterestpin.it/3KwNomJNI

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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