The League for People with Disabilities

What The League for People with Disabilities does

The League for People with Disabilities is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, founded in 1927 and operating as one of the oldest continuously serving disability service providers on the U.S. East Coast. The organization runs a portfolio of 14 distinct programs organized across Adult Day Programs (Adult Medical Day, MS Day, SCALE Aphasia), Meaningful Day Programs (Community Development Services, Day Habilitation, Employment Services), Youth Autism Services, Community Services (League Industries, The Wellness Center), Support Services (Behavior Support, Personal Supports), and Recreational Services (Camp Greentop, CLUB1111). It serves more than 4,000 individuals with physical, cognitive, and developmental disabilities annually across Maryland, with additional facilities in Towson (SCALE Aphasia Program) and Thurmont (Camp Greentop).

Revenue is generated through five parallel streams: (1) Maryland state waiver funding via the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) and Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS), (2) Maryland Medical Assistance, veterans benefits, and insurance reimbursement for licensed medical day services, (3) Wellness Center memberships on monthly EFT and 6-/12-month paid-in-full tiers ($20–$80/month across individual, two-person, family, and police/fire/military categories), (4) philanthropic contributions across The League Fund, G.E.M. Club monthly giving, Qualified Charitable Distributions, Donor-Advised Fund grants, United Way/Combined Charity, and vehicle/stock gifts, and (5) private-pay program fees for services such as Personal Supports. The go-to-market is community-led, relying on healthcare provider referrals, school system collaborations, government agency referrals, and word-of-mouth.

The organization is not a technology platform: there is no proprietary software, no APIs, and no AI-enabled service delivery described. The durable competitive position rests on state licensure (Autism Waiver, Maryland State DOH), a 25+ year MedStar Health clinical partnership, an extensive employer referral network (Home Depot, Chick-fil-A, Cinemark, etc.) that supports Employment Services placements, and integration partnerships with Meals on Wheels, Port Discovery, CCBC Dundalk, and other community organizations that enable Day Habilitation community integration. Leadership comprises a clinically credentialed executive team led by President & CEO David A. Greenberg (MBA Loyola College, BSN American University, Registered Nurse for 40+ years) and COO Renée Dash, Esq., RN (JD, MSN, MBA), with the Board chaired by Johns Hopkins cognitive neurologist Barry Gordon, MD, PhD. The organization is recognized as a Top Workplace USA 2024 and is approaching its centennial in April 2027.

Name

The League for People with Disabilities

Legal name

The League for People with Disabilities Inc.

Website

https://leagueforpeople.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1927

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

The League for People with Disabilities is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, founded 1927 in Baltimore, Maryland, operating 14 programs serving 4,000+ individuals annually with physical, cognitive, and developmental disabilities through state waiver funding, medical assistance, memberships, and philanthropy.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Disability Services and Community Support

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120), Individual and Family Services (6241), Vocational Rehabilitation Services (624310), Child and Youth Services (624110)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Disability Services & Independent Living Support (BPAGACAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Disability Services & Independent Living Support (BPAGAEAG), Interagency Coordination & Case Management (VR, DD, Medicaid Waivers) (EDAKANAM)

Keywords

• Disability services
• Adult medical day care
• Employment services for disabilities
• Autism waiver services
• Accessible wellness programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Baltimore

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, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Government Program Funding: The League receives funding through government programs including the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) and the Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS). These programs cover services for individuals with developmental disabilities and rehabilitation services.
2. Medical Assistance and Insurance: Adult Medical Day Program accepts medical assistance, veterans benefits, private pay, and insurance coverage for medical day services. Services are certified by Maryland State Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
3. Wellness Center Memberships: The Wellness Center generates revenue through various membership tiers including monthly EFT payments, 6-month and 12-month paid-in-full options for individuals, families, and special categories like police/fire/military.
4. Donations and Philanthropy: The League relies on generous philanthropy from donors. Gift vehicles include The League Fund, the G.E.M. Club monthly giving program, Qualified Charitable Distributions from IRAs, Donor-Advised Fund grants, stock gifts, vehicle donations, and workplace giving through United Way and Combined Charity Campaign.
5. Program Fees: Services such as Personal Supports accept private pay in addition to DDA funding, providing flexibility for families.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels8 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The League for People with Disabilities is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that operates a portfolio of 12+ disability service programs for children and adults in the Greater Baltimore Area. Core offerings include Adult Medical Day Care, Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Day Program, SCALE Aphasia Program, Day Habilitation, Employment Services, Youth Autism Services, Behavior Support, Personal Supports, Community Development Services, The Wellness Center, Camping & Recreation, CLUB1111, League Industries, and League University. Services are delivered at facilities in Baltimore, Towson, and Thurmont, MD, funded primarily through Maryland Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA), Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS), medical assistance, insurance, private pay, and charitable donations.

Product overview

The League for People with Disabilities is a nonprofit organization offering a comprehensive portfolio of 14 distinct programs and services for individuals with physical, cognitive, and developmental disabilities. The organization operates a multi-tiered service model centered around Adult Day Programs (Adult Medical Day, MS Day, SCALE Aphasia Program), Meaningful Day Programs (Day Habilitation, Community Development Services, Employment Services), Youth Autism Services, Community Services (League Industries, The Wellness Center), Support Services (Behavior Support, Personal Supports), and Recreational Services (Camping & Recreation, CLUB1111). The core service delivery is augmented by The Wellness Center fitness facility featuring therapeutic pool and rehabilitation services, and League University for internal training. All programs are funded through DDA, DORS, medical assistance, and private pay, with the organization serving the Greater Baltimore Area for nearly a century.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The Snyder Center for Aphasia Life Enhancement (SCALE): A dedicated aphasia community treatment center offering communication-focused groups, language skills programs, and caregiver support for stroke survivors and individuals with aphasia.
• The Wellness Center
• League Industries
• Camp Greentop
• CLUB1111
• League University

Products and services

• Adult Medical Day Program A licensed medical day program serving clients ages 18+ living with traumatic brain injury, neurological impairment, disabilities resulting from stroke, mental health disorders, congenital impairment, seizure disorders, or other medical conditions. Provides skilled nursing care, medication administration, therapy services, and structured therapeutic and recreational activities.
• Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Day Program Specialized services for adults with Multiple Sclerosis addressing quality of life, independence, and wellness through social groups, cognitive stimulation, physical exercise, and community activities. Available in-person or virtual Monday-Thursday in Towson.
• Snyder Center for Aphasia Life Enhancement (SCALE) Program Baltimore Metropolitan Area's only dedicated aphasia community treatment center providing in-person and virtual interactive group activities, communication-focused groups, and caregiver support for stroke survivors and individuals with aphasia.
• Day Habilitation Program

Quantifiable outcome

• 4,000+ individuals supported annually
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• MedStar Health / MedStar Good Samaritan HospitalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOver 25-year partnership providing aqua therapy classes and rehabilitative services at The League's Malcolm Hecht Therapeutic Pool. MedStar Health serves patients across 10 hospitals and offers telehealth and home care services including rehabilitative therapy. Many MedStar patients join The League's Wellness Center to maintain and improve fitness.
• Howard UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partnership through SCALE Program for Occupational Therapy Clinical Doctorate Program education and training.
• Johns Hopkins UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partnership through SCALE Program including Cognitive Neuroscience Department and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Resident Training. Dr. Barry Gordon serves as Therapeutic Cognitive Neuroscience Professor and Professor of Neurology and Cognitive Science at Johns Hopkins.
• Loyola University MarylandminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partnership through SCALE Program for Speech Language Pathology Masters Program education. MS Day Program partner through the Consortium of MS Centers.
• Towson UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partnership through SCALE Program for Occupational Therapy Masters Program and Clinical Doctoral Program education and training.
• Home DepotminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEmployment partner providing job placement opportunities for individuals with disabilities. One of 15+ business sector partners helping The League meet hiring needs and diversify their workforce.
• Mt. Washington Pediatric HospitalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDr. Scott Klein, President & CEO of Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital, serves on The League's Board of Directors. MWPH is co-owned by Johns Hopkins Medicine and University of Maryland Medical System.
• Sheppard PrattminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare and employment partner providing job placement and training opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
• Morgan State UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMS Day Program partner providing supervision and education to university students through online and in-person internships.
• Meals on WheelsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partnership for Day Habilitation Program providing volunteer opportunities and community integration activities.
• CCBC DundalkminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity College of Baltimore County partnership allowing participants to enroll in college courses designed specifically for adult learners with disabilities. Staff support participants each semester.
• Port DiscoveryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerChildren's museum partnership for community integration activities and field trips for Day Habilitation participants.
• Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA)coreOthersPrimary government funding source for The League's Employment Services, Day Habilitation, Community Development Services, and Personal Supports. DDA's New Directions Waiver and LISS funds are accepted.
• Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS)coreOthersGovernment partner providing Pre-Employment Transition Services and funding for employment services including Job Development, Job Placement, and Job Coaching.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Penn-Mar Human Services: Maryland/Pennsylvania disability-services nonprofit offering day programs, employment supports, residential services, and personal supports for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Closest mid-Atlantic peer operating a comparable person-centered, multi-program model under DDA/ODP-equivalent waivers.
• The Arc Baltimore: Baltimore-area chapter of The Arc, providing day, residential, employment, and case-management supports for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Directly comparable as a regional 501(c)(3) operating day-hab and employment services funded through the same DDA waivers.
• Abilities Network: Maryland-based nonprofit providing community living, employment, and self-advocacy supports for children and adults with disabilities across the Baltimore region. Comparable DDA/DORS-funded service mix and target population to The League.
• Chimes (formerly CHI Centers): Mid-Atlantic nonprofit providing day, vocational, behavioral, residential, and community supports for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Comparable multidimensional programming, government reimbursement mix, and Maryland footprint to The League.
• Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake Bay: Regional Goodwill chapter operating workforce development, job placement, and day programs serving job seekers with disabilities and other barriers. Direct overlap on Employment Services, DORS-funded placement, and community-based vocational training.
• United Cerebral Palsy of Central Maryland: Central Maryland affiliate providing adult day, residential, community, and family support services for children and adults with cerebral palsy and other disabilities. Direct comparable operating in The League's same DDA waiver ecosystem.

Regional players

• Kennedy Krieger Institute: Baltimore-based pediatric specialty hospital and research institute serving children with disabilities and brain injuries. Adjacent rather than directly competitive, but shares The League's Baltimore catchment, referral relationships, and overlap on SCALE Aphasia and youth autism populations.

Broad incumbents

• The Arc of Maryland: Statewide umbrella advocacy and service organization affiliated with The Arc Baltimore and other chapters. Comparable mission and DDA interface but operates primarily as a systems advocacy and capacity-building body rather than a direct service provider.
• Easterseals (National): Federated national nonprofit with local affiliates delivering disability and autism services including day programs, employment, therapy, and recreation. Overlaps with The League's medical-day, autism services, and recreation offerings, but at far broader national scale.

Others

• Catholic Charities of Baltimore: Regional social-services nonprofit providing case management, family services, and senior/disability supports in the Baltimore Archdiocese. Not a direct competitor, but an adjacent Maryland human-services peer sharing referral channels, government funding, and donor base dynamics.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/LeagueForPeople
• Facebookfacebook.com/LeagueForPeople
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/leagueforpeople

Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles23 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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