What Juliette Fowler Communities does

Juliette Fowler Communities is a faith-centered nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization headquartered in East Dallas, Texas, founded in 1892 by Dallas' first female philanthropist Juliette Peak Fowler and operated continuously for over 130 years. The organization operates from a single 21-23 acre campus at 1234 Abrams Road and serves more than 900 individuals and their families annually through a 150-employee team and a network of 2,000+ annual volunteers. It is governed by an independent Board of Directors with no parent company, funded by a mix of resident fees, government reimbursements, and tax-deductible donations, and reinvests surplus into benevolent care representing approximately 7% of the operating budget.

The organization operates two integrated service lines. The senior living portfolio spans the full continuum of care: Independent Living apartments starting at $2,800 per month with no buy-in, Assisted Living from $5,200 per month, a specialized Memory Support program built on the I'm Still Here philosophy and accredited as a Connected Community of Distinction by Hopeful Aging, affordable housing through Fowler Christian Apartments (176 units across HUD 202 Section 8 and PRAC designations) plus Service Enriched Housing, and The Peak at Fowler (144 income-based apartments for seniors 62+). Pricing follows a monthly subscription model with income-based tiers for affordable units. The children and youth services portfolio includes the Youth Support Center (counseling, mentorship, and life skills for at-risk youth ages 10-24 operated in partnership with R3 Student Outreach), The Ebby House (transitional housing for up to 12 young women ages 18-24 for up to 24 months), and foster care and adoption services in collaboration with Presbyterian Children's Homes and Services.

The business model combines a sales-led, inquiry-based GTM motion (phone tours, scheduled visits, family consultation, website inquiry forms, and online application portals) with a fundraising-driven operating model supported by major foundation grants. Distribution is concentrated in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area with regional reach into North Texas for youth services. The organization holds Programs of Distinction certification from Generations United, Great Place to Work certification, a 4-star Charity Navigator rating, and Leadership in Governance and Excellence in Advocacy recognitions from LeadingAge Texas. Recent strategic activity has centered on capacity expansion: opening The Peak at Fowler in 2022, partnering with Bezos Academy to launch an on-campus preschool in 2024, scaling the Youth Support Center in 2025, and adding a second Memory Support Neighborhood in November 2025.

Name

Juliette Fowler Communities

Legal name

Juliette Fowler Communities

Website

https://fowlercommunities.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1892

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Juliette Fowler Communities is a faith-centered nonprofit founded in 1892 in East Dallas, Texas, that operates a 21-23 acre intergenerational campus serving more than 900 seniors and at-risk youth annually. It delivers a full continuum of senior living (Independent, Assisted, Memory Care, affordable HUD/PRAC housing, and The Peak at Fowler) alongside children and youth services including the Youth Support Center, Ebby House transitional housing, and foster care.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Senior Living Services

NAICS

Continuing Care Retirement Communities and Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly (62331), Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly (623312), Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities) (62311)

SIC

Services-Nursing & Personal Care Facilities (8050), Services-Skilled Nursing Care Facilities (8051), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Affordable / Middle-Market CCRCs (HLADAEAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

General Assisted Living Facilities (HLADABAA), Affordable/Subsidized Independent Living (HUD/LIHTC) Communities (HLADAAAB), Independent Living with Supportive Services (Light ADL/IADL Support) (HLADAAAE), Elder Services & Aging Support (BPAGAEAF)

Keywords

• Senior living services
• Memory care support
• Assisted living care
• Affordable senior housing
• Youth support services

Headquarters

HQ city

Dallas

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, Others

Revenue model

1. Senior Living Rent - Independent Living: Monthly rental fees for independent living apartments starting at $2,800 per month with no large buy-in required. Includes dining service allowance, utilities, and access to community amenities. Multiple floor plan options available.
2. Assisted Living Care Services: Monthly fees starting at $5,200 for assisted living that include laundry, housekeeping, and three meals daily. Additional personalized services based on individual needs for ADLs such as bathing, dressing, and medication management.
3. Affordable Senior Housing: HUD 202 Section 8 and PRAC apartments with rent calculated at 30% of resident's annual income after medical expenses. Includes independent living, Service Enriched Housing, and assisted living through Medicaid Star-PLUS Waiver Program.
4. The Peak at Fowler: 144-apartment community for seniors 62+ with modest incomes. Monthly rent determined annually by household income as established by Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs. Accepts Housing Choice Vouchers and HUD-VASH vouchers for veterans.
5. Donations and Benevolent Care Fund: Annual donations through the One Heart Fund provide over $1 million in benevolent care (7% of operating budget). 60% of donations support older adults, 40% supports youth programs. Donor-supported services include foster care, adoption, transitional housing, and food-insecure seniors.
6. Children and Youth Services Donations: Programs including Youth Support Center, Ebby House transitional living, and foster care services depend 100% on donations. Services include counseling, coaching, mentorships, life skills programming, housing, and educational support.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Juliette Fowler Communities provides a continuum of senior living services (Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Support, Affordable Senior Housing, and The Peak at Fowler) alongside children and youth services (Youth Support Center, The Ebby House transitional living program, and Foster Care/Adoption Services). The organization operates an intergenerational campus in East Dallas, Texas, and supplements its fee-based services with the One Heart Fund for benevolent care and community programs like Dementia Friendly Dallas.

Product overview

Juliette Fowler Communities is a faith-centered nonprofit organization offering an integrated portfolio of senior living and children/youth services. The senior living portfolio includes Independent Living (monthly rental from $2,800), Assisted Living (from $5,200/month including care services), Memory Support (dementia care with I'm Still Here philosophy), Affordable Senior Housing through Fowler Christian Apartments (HUD 202/Section 8 and PRAC properties), and The Peak at Fowler (144-unit affordable housing for seniors 62+). The children and youth services include a Youth Support Center (counseling and life skills for ages 12-24), The Ebby House (transitional living for young women 18-24), and Foster Care/Adoption Services. Community programs include Dementia Friendly Dallas and Artful Awakenings therapeutic art program. Founded in 1892, the organization serves the East Dallas community on approximately 21-23 wooded acres.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• I'm Still Here: Philosophy of dementia care reflecting commitment to loving people and pursuing excellence in dementia care.
• Dementia Friendly Dallas
• Artful Awakenings

Products and services

• Independent Living
• Assisted Living Assisted living neighborhood providing help with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, and medication management. Services tailored to individual needs with certified care team. Monthly fees start at $5,200 including laundry, housekeeping, and three meals daily.
• Memory Support (Memory Care) Accredited as a Connected Community of Distinction through Hopeful Aging, embracing the I'm Still Here philosophy. Provides specialized dementia care including studio and one-bedroom suites, pet therapy, music therapy, Artful Awakenings program, and sensory gardens.
• Affordable Senior Housing (Fowler Christian Apartments) HUD 202 Section 8 and PRAC apartments offering affordable housing across three phases (FCA I, II, & III). Provides Independent Living (176 residences), Service Enriched Housing (24 ADA-accessible units), and Assisted Living through Medicaid Star-PLUS Waiver Program.
• The Peak at Fowler 144-apartment community for seniors 62+ with modest incomes. Features studio, one, and two-bedroom floorplans with all appliances included. Monthly rent based on household income. Accepts Housing Choice Vouchers and HUD-VASH vouchers.
• Youth Support Center One-stop location providing counseling, coaching, mentorships, and life skills programming for at-risk youth ages 12-24. Services include transportation, clothing closet, emergency food, and job skills programming. Operated in partnership with R3 Student Outreach.
• The Ebby House Transitional living program for young women ages 18-24 who have experienced abuse, neglect, abandonment, or foster care. Provides housing, healthcare, education, career guidance, and job training for up to 12 women for up to 24 months.
• Foster Care and Adoption Services In collaboration with Presbyterian Children's Homes and Services, provides counseling, builds parenting skills, recruits and trains foster parents, and supports families achieving self-sufficiency. In 2021, served 78 children in 45 foster homes.
• Dementia Friendly Dallas Community-wide initiative to change how Dallas understands and supports people living with dementia. Provides education, awareness, and connection programs; equips businesses, faith communities, and organizations with tools to support those affected by memory loss.
• Artful Awakenings Program Therapeutic art program for residents living with dementia, led by Junior League of Dallas volunteers. Fosters self-expression, storytelling, and connection through creative engagement.

Quantifiable outcome

• Serves more than 900 individuals plus their families annually
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles7 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature4 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Dementia Friendly DallascoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 May 2025Juliette Fowler Communities serves as administrator and sponsor of Dementia Friendly Dallas, a community-wide initiative to change how Dallas supports people living with dementia. The program reduces stigma and isolation through education, awareness, and connection, empowering individuals, businesses, faith communities, and organizations.
• R3 Student Outreach (R3 Generations)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 May 2025Partnership with R3 Student Outreach (now R3 Generations) to manage and expand the Youth Support Center serving at-risk youth ages 10-24. The center moved to a larger space at East Dallas Christian Church to better serve youth across North Texas with academic support, mentorship, basic needs, job development, and education.
• Bezos AcademycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 May 2024Partnership with Bezos Academy to open a tuition-free, Montessori-inspired year-round preschool on campus. The Bezos Academy Dallas-Lakewood will feature three classrooms, dedicated educator workspace, outdoor play area, and capacity for 60 children ages 3-5. Admissions preference given to foster children and those experiencing homelessness.
• Hopeful AgingcoreTechnology or IntegrationAccreditation partnership through Hopeful Aging for dementia care excellence. The Connected Community of Distinction accreditation reflects commitment to the I'm Still Here philosophy and ongoing training in Alzheimer's care.
• Junior League of DallasminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerJunior League of Dallas volunteers lead the Artful Awakenings therapeutic art program for residents living with dementia, fostering self-expression, storytelling, and connection.
• Presbyterian Children's Homes and ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with Presbyterian Children's Homes and Services to support foster children and families. Fowler provides counseling, builds parenting skills, recruits and supports foster parents, and works to place children into loving, permanent homes.
• East Dallas Christian ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerYouth Support Center is housed at East Dallas Christian Church location, providing expanded space to serve more youth and young adults across North Texas.
• After 8 to EducateminorOthersPartner organization supporting Ebby House and youth programs
• Big Brothers Big SistersminorOthersMentorship partner for youth programs at Ebby House and Youth Support Center
• Junior League of DallasminorGTM or Marketing PartnerVolunteer support for Artful Awakenings dementia art program and other community initiatives
• Dallas Independent School District (DISD)minorOthersEducational partner for youth programs
• Ebby Halliday, RealtorsminorOthersCommunity supporter of Ebby House
• SMU Dedman School of LawminorOthersLegal education partner for youth programs
• National Charity LeagueminorGTM or Marketing PartnerVolunteer support from National Charity League for community programs
• DeloitteminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnual Community Impact Day volunteer support with hundreds of lives impacted

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Christian Care Communities: Faith-based nonprofit operator of senior living, assisted living, memory care, and affordable housing across Kentucky — comparable business model (faith nonprofit, multi-level care, HUD-subsidized housing).
• Lifespace Communities: Nonprofit operator of 16 CCRCs across the U.S.; comparable on multi-site continuation-of-care model, IL/AL/Memory/Skilled continuum, and mission-driven nonprofit status.
• Buckner Retirement Services: Dallas-based faith-affiliated (Baptist) nonprofit operating a continuum of senior living, assisted living, and memory care communities plus children/family services — directly comparable to JFC in mission, geography, and program mix.
• National Church Residences: One of the largest U.S. nonprofit senior housing and care providers; operates CCRCs, affordable housing, and assisted living nationwide; comparable on faith-affiliation, HUD-subsidized affordable housing, and continuum-of-care focus.
• Front Porch Communities & Services: California-based nonprofit operator of CCRCs, assisted living, and affordable senior housing with faith-affiliated roots — comparable on nonprofit CCRC model and affordable-housing mix.
• Otterbein SeniorLife: Methodist-affiliated nonprofit providing independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and affordable senior housing in Ohio — directly comparable on faith-affiliated multi-level care continuum.
• Presbyterian Village North: Faith-based (Presbyterian) nonprofit CCRC in Dallas offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing on one campus — near-direct competitor for JFC's market-rate and faith-affiliated segments.
• Ohio Living: Largest nonprofit provider of senior living and hospice in Ohio, operating CCRCs, assisted living, memory care, and home health — comparable on faith-affiliated/regional nonprofit CCRC positioning.

Broad incumbents

• Brookdale Senior Living: Largest U.S. senior living operator (for-profit) running IL/AL/Memory across the country; competes for the same market-rate independent and assisted living prospects in the Dallas market with greater scale and brand awareness.

Regional players

• Presbyterian Senior Living: Pennsylvania/Mid-Atlantic faith-affiliated nonprofit senior living operator with comparable CCRC, affordable housing, and memory care programs — comparable operating model but primarily serves a different geography from JFC's Dallas focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/TheEbbyHouse
• Xx.com/jfcommunities

Revenue estimate

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Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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