Sunflower Hill

What Sunflower Hill does

Sunflower Hill is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (Tax ID 80-0897595) founded in 2013 and headquartered in Pleasanton, California, that creates affordable housing and enrichment programming for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), including autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and epilepsy. The organization co-develops residential communities — Irby Ranch in Pleasanton (operational since 2020), Grace Pointe and Francis Ranch in Dublin, and a planned 48-unit community at 949 Moraga Road in Lafayette — with rents set at 30–60% of Area Median Income for income-qualified residents who are typically clients of California's Regional Center system. In parallel, Sunflower Hill delivers in-person programs at its communities and the one-acre Sunflower Hill Garden at Hagemann Ranch in Livermore, plus virtual classes via Zoom covering cooking, yoga, arts, life-skills training, board games, and an annual summer camp.

The organization's business model is a nonprofit mix of individual and corporate donations, foundation grants (including a $19.5M California Multifamily Finance Super NOFA award in September 2025), event revenue from the annual "Roll Out the Red Carpet" Gala (with sponsorship tiers ranging from $500 to $10,000), and nominal program fees of approximately $5 per activity for non-residents. Core operations are supported by 11–50 employees under Executive Director Edie Nehls, with Development Director Jennifer Oxe leading fundraising, and a Board of Directors that added John Lengyel in January 2026. Strategic co-development partners include Satellite Affordable Housing Associates (SAHA) and Eden Housing, which provide property management expertise and extend the reach of Sunflower Hill's programming into partner-managed communities such as the 20 I/DD set-aside units at Francis Ranch. The Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency (2026) signals accountability standards to donors and grantmakers, and multi-channel community engagement (website, email newsletters, social media, corporate volunteer days) supports the donor and volunteer cultivation required to sustain operations and the multi-year affordable housing development pipeline.

Name

Sunflower Hill

Legal name

Sunflower Hill

Website

https://sunflowerhill.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Sunflower Hill is a Bay Area 501(c)(3) nonprofit that develops affordable supportive housing and delivers enrichment programming for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across multiple California communities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Pleasanton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Contributions: Sunflower Hill operates as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization (Tax ID #80-0897595) relying primarily on donations from individuals, corporations, and foundations. Monthly donor programs and one-time donations support ongoing operations and development of new communities.
2. Event Revenue: Annual gala 'Roll Out the Red Carpet' generates revenue through ticket sales, corporate sponsorships at various levels ($500-$10,000), silent auction, and virtual paddle raise donations.
3. Program Fees: Enrichment programs at Irby Ranch charge nominal fees (approximately $5 per activity for non-residents), with some programs offered free of charge. Monthly and quarterly registration options available.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Sunflower Hill is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that co-develops affordable, income-qualified (30-60% AMI) supportive housing communities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and delivers accompanying in-person and virtual enrichment programming. Its core offerings include residential communities (Irby Ranch, Grace Pointe, Francis Ranch, and the planned 949 Moraga Lafayette project), enrichment programs at Irby Ranch and the Sunflower Hill Garden, a Garden Explorers Summer Camp, and online activities delivered via Zoom.

Product overview

Sunflower Hill is a nonprofit organization that provides affordable housing and enrichment programs for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). The organization operates residential communities (Irby Ranch in Pleasanton, Grace Pointe in Dublin, 949 Moraga in Lafayette, and Francis Ranch in Dublin), offering housing at 30-60% AMI for income-qualified residents. In parallel, Sunflower Hill delivers in-person and virtual programs including the Garden Program at Hagemann Ranch in Livermore, activities at Irby Ranch (cooking, social events, life skills), Garden Explorers Summer Camp, and Online Activities (yoga, meditation, arts, cooking). The organization hosts an annual Roll Out the Red Carpet Gala for fundraising.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Irby Ranch: Residential community in Pleasanton, California for adults with I/DD
• Grace Pointe
• Francis Ranch
• 949 Moraga
• Sunflower Hill Garden

Products and services

• Affordable Housing Communities Residential communities providing affordable, independent, supportive housing for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), including autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and epilepsy, at 30-60% of Area Median Income.
• Irby Ranch First affordable housing community opened in 2020 in Pleasanton, CA, managed by SAHA, providing residential units for income-qualified I/DD residents at 30-60% AMI.
• Activities at Irby Ranch In-person and virtual social, vocational, and life-skills programs for adults with I/DD at the Irby Ranch community room, including cooking classes, Popcorn Chats, Learning with Olivia, Sun Squad, board game nights, and Friday Night Live events.
• Garden Program Hands-on garden programs at the one-acre Sunflower Hill Garden at Hagemann Ranch in Livermore, providing educational, therapeutic, and life-skills training for individuals with I/DD.
• Garden Explorers Summer Camp Annual summer day camp for individuals with I/DD ages 13 and older, held at the Sunflower Hill Garden in Livermore.
• Online Activities Virtual programming including yoga and meditation classes, arts and crafts, cooking activities, movement exercises, scavenger hunts, skill challenges, garden updates, Irby Ranch updates, and participant video series delivered via Zoom.
• Roll Out the Red Carpet Gala Annual fundraising gala event celebrating Sunflower Hill, featuring fine dining, entertainment, and sponsorship opportunities for donors and corporate partners.

Quantifiable outcome

• First community opened 2020; Three additional communities in development

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Satellite Affordable Housing Associates (SAHA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2025SAHA is Sunflower Hill's primary development partner for affordable housing communities. Together they developed Irby Ranch in Pleasanton and are working on the 949 Moraga Road project in Lafayette, approved by Lafayette City Council in April 2025. SAHA handles property management for Sunflower Hill communities.
• Eden HousingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEden Housing manages Francis Ranch in Dublin as a multi-family affordable housing community. Partnering with Sunflower Hill on 'set aside' of 20 rental units specifically for people with I/DD. Sunflower Hill provides onsite person-centered enrichment activities.
• City of LafayettecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe City of Lafayette acquired the 0.81 acre site at 949 Moraga Road in 2010 and designated it as exempt surplus land in early 2025. The City Council unanimously approved an Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with SFH/SAHA and contributed land for the affordable housing development.
• Roll for InclusionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerA team led by occupational therapists who create engaging, accessible game experiences at Irby Ranch Board Game Nights. Facilitates social skills and meaningful interaction for participants.
• Sweet, Savory & SpecialminorGTM or Marketing PartnerA-List Dessert Sponsor for the 2026 Gala, providing dessert catering for the event.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• AbilityPath: Bay Area nonprofit providing direct services, residential programs, and support for children and adults with developmental disabilities. Comparable in mission, geography, and the integrated service-plus-housing model Sunflower Hill pursues.
• LifeServices Alternatives: Northern California nonprofit offering residential, supported living, and community programs for adults with developmental disabilities. Comparable as a Bay Area nonprofit combining housing and enrichment for the same I/DD population.
• Mains'l Services: California-based nonprofit providing residential, day program, and employment services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Comparable in target population, California footprint, and combined housing-plus-programming structure.
• UCP of the Golden Gate: Bay Area affiliate of United Cerebral Palsy serving individuals with cerebral palsy and other developmental disabilities through housing, assistive technology, and inclusion programs. Comparable in mission and geographic service area.
• Brilliant Corners: California nonprofit developing supportive housing for people exiting homelessness and those with developmental disabilities. Comparable in mission overlap on disability housing and California-specific state funding navigation.
• Satellite Affordable Housing Associates (SAHA): Bay Area nonprofit affordable housing developer and Sunflower Hill's primary co-development partner for Irby Ranch, Grace Pointe, and 949 Moraga. Comparable as an affordable housing developer operating in the same Bay Area municipalities.
• Eden Housing: California nonprofit affordable housing developer partnering with Sunflower Hill on Francis Ranch's 20-unit I/DD set-aside in Dublin. Comparable in affordable housing development model, California footprint, and partnership with disability-services providers.

Broad incumbents

• The Arc of California: State chapter of The Arc, the largest national organization serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Broader incumbent offering advocacy, case management, and residential programs across California through local chapters.
• Habitat for Humanity East Bay/Silicon Valley: Regional Habitat affiliate developing affordable and workforce housing across the Bay Area. Comparable as a nonprofit housing developer serving the same Bay Area income-qualified population, though not focused on the I/DD niche.

Regional players

• Easterseals Bay Area: Bay Area affiliate of Easterseals providing disability services including residential, autism, and adult day programs. Comparable as a regional disability-services organization with a residential component, though broader in scope than Sunflower Hill.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/SunflowerHillOrg
• Facebookfacebook.com/sunflowerhillorg
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/sunflower-hill-nonprofit
• Instagraminstagram.com/sunflowerhill_org
• Xx.com/sfhorg

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

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Investors

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