Homeless Assistance Leadership Organization

What Homeless Assistance Leadership Organization does

Homeless Assistance Leadership Organization (HALO) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2005 and headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin. HALO operates a 24/7/365 emergency shelter in a converted 23,000-square-foot warehouse facility at 2000 DeKoven Avenue, with capacity for 120 beds divided into separate sections for men and for women/families with children. The organization serves homeless individuals and families across Racine County, where 55 per 10,000 residents experience homelessness, the highest unemployment and second-highest child homelessness rate among Wisconsin cities.

HALO's core programs include emergency shelter, a meal program serving over 14,000 meals per month, a 37-unit Permanent Supportive Housing program for chronically homeless individuals, rapid re-housing assistance, a Children's Program with developmental screenings and enrichment, and intensive case management. Technology infrastructure is centered on the Wisconsin Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) for client tracking and a Coordinated Entry System that standardizes assessment within the Racine County Continuum of Care. HALO also administers the Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ) for child developmental screening and referrals. The Children's Program, partnerships with 90+ area agencies, and a network of faith-based and corporate meal partners (Kiwanis, Grace Church, SC Johnson volunteers) form a layered delivery model rather than a technology platform.

HALO's revenue model is donation-driven: less than 20% of shelter program funding comes from government sources, with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development providing approximately $2 million annually and additional support from the State of Wisconsin, Racine County, and City of Racine. The majority of funding comes from individual and corporate donations (SC Johnson is a major corporate donor), foundation grants (United Way of Racine County, Racine Community Foundation), TEFAP federal food assistance, and annual fundraising events including Empty Bowls, Strike Out Homelessness, and a 20th Anniversary Gala. A Social Enterprises initiative including the Recipe for Success kitchen incubator connects shelter participants with food-based small business startups.

Name

Homeless Assistance Leadership Organization

Legal name

Homeless Assistance Leadership Organization, Inc.

Website

https://haloinc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

HALO is a Racine, Wisconsin 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing 24/7 emergency shelter, meals, case management, and permanent supportive housing to homeless individuals and families across Racine County. Founded in 2005, it operates a 120-bed facility, serves 14,000+ meals monthly, and coordinates with 90+ partner agencies.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Racine

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Others, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Individual and Corporate Donations: Financial support from individuals, churches, corporations, and foundations. Major corporate donors include SC Johnson. Less than 20% of shelter program funding comes from government sources.
2. Government Grants: Funding from U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), State of Wisconsin departments, Racine County, and City of Racine. Approximately $2 million annually in HUD funding.
3. Fundraising Events: Annual events including Empty Bowls, Strike Out Homelessness bowling fundraiser, Bunco, 20th Anniversary Gala, National Night Out, and community fundraisers.
4. Social Enterprises: Recipe for Success kitchen incubator connects shelter participants with community enterprises through food-based small business startups.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

HALO operates a 120-bed emergency shelter facility open 24/7/365 in Racine, Wisconsin, providing emergency overnight shelter, three daily meals (over 14,000 meals monthly), and case management services for homeless individuals and families. The organization also delivers permanent supportive housing (37 units), rapid re-housing, and a children's enrichment program focused on developmental screenings, tutoring, and family activities.

Product overview

HALO (Homeless Assistance Leadership Organization) is a homeless shelter and social services organization offering a comprehensive suite of programs designed to move individuals and families from homelessness to self-sufficiency. The organization operates a 120-bed emergency shelter facility divided into separate areas for men, women, and families with children. Core programs include emergency shelter, a meal program serving over 11,000 meals monthly, permanent supportive housing (37 units), and rapid re-housing services. HALO provides intensive case management paired with supportive services from 90+ partner agencies, a children's enrichment program with tutoring and summer camp, and various volunteer and internship opportunities. The organization collaborates with community partners including SC Johnson, United Way, Grace Church, Kiwanis, and Loving Louise Charity to deliver services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Emergency Shelter Program Emergency overnight shelter services for individuals and families experiencing homelessness, operating 24/7/365 with separate facilities for men, women, and families with children.
• Meal Program Provides three balanced meals daily (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) to all shelter residents, serving over 11,000-14,000 meals each month.
• Permanent Supportive Housing Program 37-unit housing program leased from community landlords for chronically homeless individuals who have been literally homeless for 12+ months and are disabled, including wrap-around supportive services.
• Rapid Re-Housing Program Program designed to quickly re-house persons after entering shelter by providing security deposits to secure housing.
• Children's Program Child enrichment program including case management, health screenings using ASQ assessments, tutoring, summer enrichment camp, and family activities focused on developmental support and normalcy.
• Self-Sufficiency and Housing Stability Program Case management and support services including Individual Success and Housing Stability Plans, mental health counseling, addiction recovery, GED training, employment coaching, and life skills workshops.
• Case Management Services Intensive case management paired with a network of supportive services from 90+ area agencies, assisting clients with goal-setting, budgeting, career paths, and housing stability.

Quantifiable outcome

• 36% of all persons leaving shelter exited to positive housing destination; 60% of households with children achieved positive housing outcomes
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Feature2 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Racine ZoominorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 March 2026Visited HALO for collaborative event teaching children about cacti, potting plants, and reading 'The Mitten'. Provided educational enrichment and donated plants to children.
• Loving Louise CharitycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 March 2026New partnership announced March 2026 to strengthen support systems in four areas: Homeless Support & Housing, Soulful Plates Food Program, Youth & Family Empowerment, and Community Outreach.
• Blacktop BarbershopminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 August 2025Provided free haircuts during National Night Out celebration at HALO, helping attendees look and feel their best.
• Kiwanis Club of West RacinecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2008For over 15 years, Kiwanis has served monthly potluck dinners at HALO. Every third Wednesday, 20+ volunteers serve approximately 70 residents. Menus include themed meals like lasagna, meatloaf, pancakes, and seasonal themes.
• Grace ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 200815+ year partnership with twice-monthly meal service, worship services with music and Bible messages, children's programming, and van transportation for 8-10 residents to Sunday services. Some former residents have become church members and volunteers.
• O&H Danish BakeryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate partner that donates bakery items to HALO. Owner Eric Olesen states HALO shares their values and they want to share what they have while able.
• Apple HollerminorStrategic or Co-development Partner'Picked for a Purpose' program donates $1 from every pre-picked bag of apples monthly to local organizations. Raised $233 for HALO.
• Feather a NestminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal nonprofit that furnishes apartments for men and women moving out of HALO shelter. HALO refers clients to this organization.
• Festival FoodsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal grocery store that donates bakery items for Kiwanis meal service events at HALO.
• Legal Action of WisconsincoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSOAR partnership providing SSI/SSDI application assistance to disabled HALO clients. SOAR program helps homeless individuals access disability benefits.
• Racine County Continuum of CarecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoordinated entry system partner ensuring standardized assessment and prioritization of most vulnerable homeless persons for housing. Coordinates Point in Time counts.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Hope Center of Waukesha: Waukesha County homeless shelter and social services provider offering overnight shelter, meals, and case management. Operates at similar scale and in the same Wisconsin regional landscape as HALO.
• Porchlight: Madison, Wisconsin-based nonprofit providing emergency shelter, housing, and case management for homeless individuals and families. Directly comparable to HALO as a Wisconsin homeless services operator with similar shelter-plus-housing-plus-case management model.
• Milwaukee Rescue Mission: Milwaukee-based faith-affiliated nonprofit providing emergency shelter, meals, and recovery programs for homeless men, women, and families. Comparable to HALO in core service mix with a larger regional footprint.

Others

• Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin: Regional food bank network serving eastern Wisconsin including Racine County. Comparable to HALO's meal program serving 14,000+ meals monthly, and functions as an indirect supplier of food resources to HALO's operations.
• National Alliance to End Homelessness: National advocacy and policy organization focused on preventing and ending homelessness. Comparable to HALO in mission and aligned with HALO's participation in the Continuum of Care coordinated entry system.
• United Way of Racine County: Direct funder and convener of the 2003 task force that founded HALO. Provides ongoing grant funding and serves as a community backbone organization for the same population HALO serves.

Broad incumbents

• Habitat for Humanity Wisconsin: National affordable housing nonprofit with multiple Wisconsin affiliates. Comparable to HALO in addressing housing instability for low-income populations, but focused on homeownership development rather than emergency shelter operations.
• The Salvation Army Wisconsin: Large national and international nonprofit operating shelter, housing, and social services programs. Operates in Wisconsin cities including Racine and offers similar emergency shelter, meal, and case management services but as part of a broader portfolio.
• Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee: Regional faith-based social services organization providing housing, shelter, refugee resettlement, and food assistance across southeastern Wisconsin. Comparable in mission and service breadth to HALO but with a much larger portfolio and Catholic sponsorship.
• Volunteers of America Wisconsin: National nonprofit operating housing, shelter, and human services programs with a strong Wisconsin presence. Comparable to HALO in providing housing and supportive services to vulnerable populations, though at a larger scale and broader service portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCqlW86HD8FM3DFIMadG5sCw
• Facebookfacebook.com/HALORacine
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/halo-inc.

Compliance2 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

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