What Homefull does

Homefull is a Dayton, Ohio-based non-profit organization founded in 1988 (originally as The Other Place) that operates an integrated Housing, Food, and Jobs platform to address the root causes of homelessness and poverty across Western and Central Ohio. The organization serves over 2,000 households daily across Dayton, Columbus, Springfield, and more than 15 Ohio counties through housing location and stabilization services, property management, rental assistance, a Mobile Grocery program, Urban Agriculture, the Gettysburg Grocery storefront, workforce development via Homefull Solutions and Community Employment Services, and Medicaid-reimbursed behavioral health services enabled by Council on Accreditation (COA) certification.

Revenue is generated through a diversified mix of channels: government grants and contracts (including a core partnership with the Community Shelter Board in Columbus), Medicaid reimbursement for behavioral health, retail sales at Gettysburg Grocery (SNAP/EBT and Produce Perks accepted), donations processed through PayPal, and volunteer/community support. In 2025, Homefull completed Phase 1 of the 16 Acre Project, opening a 48,000 sq ft headquarters on the former Carlson Elementary site in West Dayton that co-locates a Kettering Health Primary Care Center and Esther Pharmacy, alongside the new Gettysburg Grocery. The organization's go-to-market is community-led direct service delivery rather than traditional B2B sales, with referrals flowing through shelter systems, government partners, and walk-in inquiries.

The technology stack is operational rather than differentiated: property management systems for housing operations, Electronic Health Records for Medicaid billing, and Medicaid billing infrastructure. The leadership team is led by CEO Tina Patterson, supported by a full C-suite (COO Theresa Nolan, CFO Candy High, CBO John Patterson, CAO Tina Weaver, CICO Lee Wagner) and a Deputy COO. Homefull is governed by a Board of Trustees, holds COA and BBB accreditation, and is supported through partnerships with the Ohio Department of Aging, Area Agency on Aging PSA 2, Community Shelter Board, Kettering Health, and Esther Pharmacy.

Name

Homefull

Legal name

Homefull

Website

https://homefull.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1988

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Homefull is a Dayton, Ohio-based non-profit founded in 1988 that delivers integrated housing, food, and employment services to over 2,000 households daily across 15+ Ohio counties, operating a grocery store, workforce programs, and Medicaid-reimbursed behavioral health services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Homeless and Social Services

NAICS

Community Housing Services (62422), Temporary Shelters (624221), Other Community Housing Services (624229)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Housing Assistance & Homeless Services (BPAGAEAB)

Keywords

• Homeless services
• Housing assistance
• Food security programs
• Workforce development
• Behavioral health services

Headquarters

HQ city

Dayton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Government Grants and Contracts: Homefull receives government funding through housing programs, rental assistance, and emergency shelter operations. Services are provided in partnership with local government entities including the Community Shelter Board in Columbus.
2. Medicaid Reimbursement: Homefull provides Medicaid-reimbursed behavioral health services to clients through its COA accreditation, generating revenue from healthcare billing.
3. Grocery Store Revenue: Gettysburg Grocery, a non-profit full-service grocery store opened in February 2025, generates revenue through retail food sales. Accepts SNAP/EBT and Produce Perks.
4. Donations and Contributions: Homefull depends on community support from individuals, businesses, churches, schools, and civic organizations. Donations are processed through PayPal.
5. Volunteer and Community Support: Community members volunteer time and donate household items to support clients in finding housing.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Homefull is a non-profit organization that provides integrated housing, food, and employment services to address homelessness and poverty in Western and Central Ohio. Its offerings include housing location and stabilization, rental assistance, the Gettysburg Grocery store, mobile grocery and urban agriculture programs, workforce development through Homefull Solutions, and Medicaid-reimbursed behavioral health services.

Product overview

Homefull is a non-profit organization providing an integrated, comprehensive approach to ending homelessness through three core service pillars: Housing, Food, and Jobs. The organization operates as a platform of interconnected programs including housing location and stabilization services, the Gettysburg Grocery (a non-profit full-service grocery store), Mobile Grocery and Urban Agriculture programs, workforce development through Homefull Solutions and community employment services, and healthcare partnerships including a primary care center and pharmacy. The organization serves Western and Central Ohio, primarily Dayton (headquarters), Columbus, and Springfield, providing services to over 2,000 households daily.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Homefull Solutions: Workforce development program that creates professional and entry-level positions in warehouse management, logistics, retail management, food service, stocking, and property and facility maintenance and management.

Products and services

• Housing Services Housing location, financial assistance, housing retention and stabilization services, property management operations, and rental assistance for single adults and families experiencing housing instability in Western and Central Ohio.
• Gettysburg Grocery A non-profit, full-service grocery store offering competitive pricing on grocery items, deli items, themed meal selections, meat selection, and fresh produce. Accepts SNAP/EBT and Produce Perks, with a loyalty program and community events.
• Mobile Grocery Program A mobile grocery initiative that brings groceries and food choice to neighborhoods with concentrations of low-income and senior households facing barriers to food access.
• Urban Agriculture Program An agricultural program contributing to food security in underserved communities by producing fresh food locally.
• Community Employment Services Workforce development program placing clients in manufacturing, custodial work, and service industry positions through employer partnerships, including training and skills development.
• Homefull Solutions Workforce development program creating professional and entry-level positions in warehouse management, logistics, retail management, food service, stocking, and property and facility maintenance.
• Medicaid-Reimbursed Behavioral Health Services Behavioral health services provided through COA accreditation, eligible for Medicaid reimbursement, serving clients with mental health and behavioral health needs.
• Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program Administered in partnership with Ohio Department of Aging and Area Agency on Aging, PSA 2, covering a nine-county service area including Champaign, Clark, Darke, Greene, Logan, Miami, Montgomery, Preble, and Shelby counties.
• Homefull Food Hub Network connecting local farmers and vendors with individuals, companies, and institutional buyers to expand access to local food.
• Community Transition Program Program assisting recently incarcerated individuals with housing location and stabilization services, supporting re-entry into the community.

Quantifiable outcome

• Serves over 2,000 households daily
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Kettering HealthcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Kettering Health operates a 2,400 square foot Primary Care Center inside the Homefull headquarters building, providing culturally sensitive state-of-the-art accessible healthcare services and education.
• Esther PharmacycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Esther Pharmacy, a comprehensive local pharmacy and educator, is conveniently located inside the Gettysburg Grocery to provide pharmacy services to the community.
• Community Shelter Board (Columbus)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019In 2019, Homefull partnered with the Community Shelter Board in Columbus to help those exiting shelter with housing stabilization and retention. Homefull is a direct service provider within their system.
• Ohio Department of AgingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHomefull partners with the Ohio Department of Aging to administer the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program for the Area Agency on Aging's nine-county service area.
• Area Agency on Aging, PSA 2coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHomefull administers the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program for the Agency's nine-county service area including Champaign, Clark, Darke, Greene, Logan, Miami, Montgomery, Preble, and Shelby counties.
• Area Employers (Manufacturing, Custodial, Service Industry)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHomefull works with area employers in manufacturing, custodial work, and the service industry to place clients in positions. Employment partners help rebuild work history and train in new skills.
• Local Farmers and VendorsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Homefull Food Hub creates a network to connect local farmers and other vendors with individuals, companies, and institutional buyers.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Mercy Housing: National nonprofit affordable housing developer and service provider operating across 40+ states. Comparable housing-stabilization and supportive services model at significantly greater scale.
• Volunteers of America Ohio & Indiana: Regional arm of a national nonprofit delivering housing, behavioral health, and workforce services across Ohio and Indiana. Comparable service mix with broader geographic reach.

Direct peers

• Mid-Ohio Food Collective: Central Ohio food bank addressing food insecurity through distribution, mobile pantries, and community programs. Direct peer on the food-security side of Homefull's integrated model.
• Denver's Road Home: Denver-area initiative coordinating homeless services across housing, shelter, and supportive programs. Comparable integrated approach to addressing homelessness through cross-sector partnerships.
• National Church Residences: Ohio-based nonprofit providing affordable housing and services for seniors, families, and individuals across the state. Comparable integrated housing-plus-services model and Ohio geographic footprint.
• LA Family Housing: Major Los Angeles-area nonprofit delivering housing, food, and supportive services to people experiencing homelessness. Closely mirrors Homefull's integrated housing/food/jobs model, though at significantly larger scale.
• Community Shelter Board: Columbus-based nonprofit that funds and coordinates the homeless service system in Franklin County. While a current Homefull partner, it is also effectively a peer in housing stabilization services and competing provider network in the Columbus market.
• St. Vincent de Paul Dayton: Dayton-based nonprofit providing shelter, food, housing, and emergency assistance to people experiencing homelessness and poverty. Directly competes with Homefull for Dayton-area clients, government contracts, and donor dollars.
• Heading Home (Massachusetts): Massachusetts-based nonprofit ending homelessness through housing, employment, and supportive services. Comparable mission structure combining housing placement, retention services, and workforce development.
• Coalition for the Homeless (Central Ohio): Central Ohio nonprofit advocating for and coordinating services for people experiencing homelessness. Comparable mission, advocacy-driven model, and overlapping geographic territory in Columbus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Homefull88
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/BeHomefull/videos
• Facebookfacebook.com/BeHomefull
• Instagraminstagram.com/homefull

Compliance4 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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