PTSD Foundation Of America

What PTSD Foundation Of America does

PTSD Foundation of America is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit headquartered in Houston, Texas, founded in 2007, that provides free programs and services to combat veterans and their families affected by combat-related post-traumatic stress disorder. Its core offering, Camp Hope, combines interim housing with a structured clinical recovery program, peer mentoring, individual and family counseling, and family housing on the same site. The organization also runs Warrior Groups (nationwide peer support chapters), a 24/7 Combat Trauma Help Line (877-717-PTSD), a 12-week PTSD Recovery Program curriculum, Suicide Prevention Training, Outpatient Programs in Texas, and national outreach advocacy.

The underlying technology stack is modest and operational rather than product-oriented: CRM and EHR systems for managing veteran services and clinical documentation, JotForm-based intake and donation forms, a secure Confidential Disclosure Portal, a WordPress website, and a DonorSupport donation processing platform. There is no proprietary technology product, public API, or AI/ML capability disclosed. The organization produces a podcast (Road To Hope Radio), monthly email newsletters, and blog content as its primary digital channels.

The business model is nonprofit fundraising: revenue is generated through individual donations, corporate sponsorships (Houston Texans, Gallery Furniture, Comcast, American National, among others), and grants from foundations and government entities (PennFed, Chive Charities, KBR Charity Golf Tournament, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas). All programs and services are provided free of charge to veterans and families, with no insurance requirements. Growth is funded by donor cultivation, sponsor development, and grant acquisition, with a published 25-Year Vision outlining phased expansion toward a Center of Excellence and national replication.

Name

PTSD Foundation Of America

Legal name

PTSD Foundation of America

Website

https://ptsdusa.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

PTSD Foundation of America is a Houston-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit, founded 2007, that provides free PTSD recovery programs — including interim housing (Camp Hope), peer support groups, and a 24/7 crisis hotline — to combat veterans and their families nationwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Veteran Mental Health Services

NAICS

Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers (621420), Emergency and Other Relief Services (624230)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Mental Health & Crisis Support Services (BPAGACAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Veterans Affairs & Military Family Services (BPAIAHAL)

Keywords

• Veteran mental health services
• PTSD recovery programs
• Combat veteran support
• Peer support groups
• Veteran housing services

Headquarters

HQ city

Houston

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: The primary revenue source is donations from individuals, corporations, and foundations. The organization operates general donation pages, outreach donations, and in-kind donation programs including vehicle donations.
2. Grants: The organization receives grant funding from foundations and government entities. Examples include PennFed Grant and funding from charitable organizations.
3. Sponsorships: Corporate sponsors provide financial and in-kind support. The organization maintains a sponsors page and recognizes sponsors including Houston Texans, Gallery Furniture, and other local businesses.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

PTSD Foundation of America provides free programs and direct services for combat veterans and their families affected by post-traumatic stress disorder. Its core offerings include Camp Hope interim housing with structured therapeutic recovery, Warrior Groups for peer support, a 24/7 Combat Trauma Help Line, a 12-week PTSD Recovery Program, one-on-one Peer Mentoring, Family Support Groups, Suicide Prevention Training, and Outpatient Programs, all delivered at no cost to veterans.

Product overview

The PTSD Foundation of America is a nonprofit organization (not a technology product company) that provides a portfolio of direct service programs for veterans and their families dealing with combat-related PTSD. The core offerings include Camp Hope (interim housing and residential recovery), Warrior Groups (peer support), Combat Trauma Help Line (24/7 crisis hotline), PTSD Recovery Program (12-week curriculum), Peer Mentoring, Family Support Groups, Suicide Prevention Training, and Outpatient Programs. These programs are structured across phases, with Phase 0 focusing on infrastructure, Phase I on expanding secure services, Phase II on replication, and Phase III on national reach, ultimately leading to a planned PTSD Center of Excellence with training, research, and certification capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Camp Hope: A primary program of the PTSD Foundation of America providing interim housing and therapeutic recovery programs for combat veterans and their families dealing with combat-related PTSD.

Products and services

• Camp Hope Interim housing and comprehensive therapeutic recovery program designed for combat veterans and their families dealing with combat-related PTSD, offering structured phases of treatment, clinical services, peer mentoring, and family programming free of charge.
• Warrior Groups Peer-based support groups tailored for combat veterans dealing with PTSD, providing a safe space to share experiences, discuss struggles, and learn beneficial coping strategies through shared understanding.
• Combat Trauma Help Line 24/7 crisis hotline (877-717-PTSD) providing immediate support for veterans experiencing emotional distress or crisis situations.
• PTSD Recovery Program A 12-week interactive program that helps veterans learn about PTSD, its causes, symptoms, and important coping strategies for managing their condition.
• Peer Mentoring One-on-one support program where veterans struggling with combat-related PTSD can connect with veterans who have walked a similar path and successfully reintegrated into society.
• Family Support Groups Support groups for family members of veterans with PTSD, enabling them to share experiences, learn more about PTSD, and gain practical tools for dealing with daily life.
• Suicide Prevention Training Training programs designed to equip individuals and organizations with skills to recognize warning signs and intervene to prevent veteran suicide.
• Outpatient Programs Outreach outpatient programs providing clinical mental health services to veterans, with availability in Texas expanding to additional states as part of Phase I plans.
• National Outreach National advocacy and outreach efforts to connect veterans with resources and support services across the country, including chapters and support groups.

Quantifiable outcome

• Free emergency mental healthcare provided to veterans in crisis
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Houston TexanscoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025NFL team partnership supporting Camp Hope veterans. The organization received custom cleats for the My Cause My Cleats campaign featuring Will Anderson Jr. Houston Texans executives Zach Perlman and Justin Kempisty supported the initiative. Partnership provides visibility and community engagement opportunities for veterans.
• Gallery Furniture / Mattress MackcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMajor Houston furniture retailer and owner Jim McIngvale (Mattress Mack) has been a longtime supporter. Gallery Furniture has provided donations, supplies for veterans, and has taken Camp Hope veterans to major sporting events including World Series games.
• The Barracks Marketing AgencyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMarketing agency that coordinated the Houston Texans My Cause My Cleats campaign for Camp Hope veterans, creating promotional materials.
• ComcastminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor providing visibility and support for veteran programs.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Hire Heroes USA: Nonprofit providing employment transition support to veterans and military spouses. Comparable veteran-services nonprofit with donor-funded, free-to-client delivery model.
• Give an Hour: Nonprofit network of licensed mental health providers donating free services to veterans, service members, and their families. Comparable on free mental health services for the military community.
• K9s For Warriors: Provides service dogs to veterans suffering from PTSD and traumatic brain injury. Comparable veteran-PTSD-focused nonprofit with residential training component and donor-supported funding.
• Team Rubicon: Veteran-led disaster response organization leveraging military skills for humanitarian service. Comparable as a large-scale, peer-driven veteran nonprofit with national reach and strong brand.
• Cohen Veterans Network: Operates a national network of outpatient mental health clinics providing free, confidential care to post-9/11 veterans and families. Direct peer on veteran mental health delivery model and free-service positioning.
• Stop Soldier Suicide: Veteran-focused nonprofit dedicated to reducing military and veteran suicide through clinical treatment, research, and awareness. Comparable mission on veteran suicide prevention and donor-supported funding.
• Wounded Warrior Project: Largest US nonprofit serving combat veterans through mental health, physical rehabilitation, and long-term support programs. Directly comparable as a peer-led veteran-services nonprofit with a national footprint and similar donor-dependent funding model.
• Boulder Crest Foundation: Provides residential retreats (Boulder Crest Retreat) and post-traumatic growth programs for combat veterans and first responders. Closely comparable on residential, peer-based, multi-week PTSD recovery delivery.

Broad incumbents

• VA Veterans Crisis Line (U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs): Government-operated 24/7 crisis line (988, Press 1) for veterans. Comparable as the largest incumbent provider of free crisis support to the same target population, with significantly broader federal resources.

Emerging players

• Headspace (Ginger / Mental Health Services for Veterans): Digital mental health platform offering meditation, therapy, and coaching with veteran-specific programs and enterprise contracts. Emerging player adjacent to veteran mental health with technology-enabled delivery.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ptsd-foundation-of-america

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors2 records

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M&A

Investments

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