Hope House

What Hope House does

Hope House, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization incorporated in Idaho in 1980, operating a family-style residential care facility on a single campus at 7696 Old Bruneau Hwy in Marsing, Idaho (Owyhee County). It serves at-risk youth ages 10-18 — including children from disrupted adoptions, those labeled "incorrigible" by other systems, and youth with emotional, developmental, or physical challenges — primarily drawn from the western United States. Operations are integrated across an on-site, Cognia-accredited private school (Hope Christian Academy), a mental health and trauma-informed counseling program, vocational and life skills training, athletic competition through the Christian Schools Athletic Association (CSAA), and a non-denominational Christian spiritual program (Chapel of Hope), with most staff living on-site.

The offering is delivered via direct placement referrals managed through a structured intake process (handled by Case Manager Supervisor Mary Kent), supplemented by social services and church network referrals. There are multiple restrictions that shape addressable demand: placements occur only in January, June, and July; eligibility screens for ages 10-15 with IQ above 70 and established custody; and the organization states it accepts no local, state, or federal funds. Revenue mechanics are correspondingly unusual: the primary stream is individual donations from individuals, churches, and organizations, supplemented by monthly parental/guardian child support contributions and pass-through government benefits (SSA, SSI, adoption subsidy) paid in the child's name. No software products, APIs, or technology platforms are part of the offering.

Hope House is governed by a Board of Directors (Cleve Cushing, President; Murvelle Cushing, Vice President; Denae Warren, Secretary) with Donna Velvick-Lowry as Administrator, and reports a staff and volunteer base of 23+ (per the company's own website), with broader headcount categorization of 51-100. The organization holds State of Idaho residential care licensing and Cognia accreditation, and operates two wholly-owned operating arms — Hope Christian Academy and Chapel of Hope. Its principal strategic external partner is the Rotary Club of Nampa via the long-running Golf for Hope fundraiser, supplemented by operational partnerships with IDLA (dual-credit college classes since 2019), Chapel of Hope Christian Church, local healthcare providers, and Teen Missions.

Name

Hope House

Legal name

Hope House, Inc.

Website

https://ahome2come2.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Hope House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit residential care facility in Marsing, Idaho providing 24/7 family-style care, Cognia-accredited education, trauma-informed counseling, and vocational training for at-risk youth ages 10-18, primarily from disrupted adoptions across the western United States.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential youth care services

NAICS

Child and Youth Services (62411)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Youth Housing, Foster Care & Wraparound Support (Education-Linked) Nonprofits (BPAGADAO)

akta.pro secondary industry

Youth Mental Health, Counseling & Wellbeing (Education-Linked) Nonprofits (BPAGADAK)

Keywords

• Residential child care
• Foster care services
• Nonprofit youth services
• Therapeutic residential care
• Children's home services

Headquarters

HQ city

Marsing

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: Hope House's main source of income is from individuals who donate to support the organization. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, they rely heavily on charitable contributions from individuals, churches and other organizations.
2. Child Support Payments: Parents/Guardians commit to a monthly amount of child support they can reasonably send towards their child care.
3. Government Benefits: SSA, SSI, and/or adoption subsidy payments in the child's name are accepted towards the cost of care.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Hope House provides 24/7 family-style residential care for at-risk children and adolescents ages 10-18. Its integrated service offering includes an on-site Cognia-accredited private school (Hope Christian Academy), trauma-informed mental health counseling, vocational and life skills training, athletic and extracurricular programs through the CSAA, and spiritual development through Chapel of Hope. The organization is licensed by the State of Idaho as a residential care facility and is funded primarily through donations, parent/guardian contributions, and government benefits paid in the child's name.

Product overview

Hope House is a non-profit residential care facility for children that operates as a unified program rather than a technology product. The organization offers an integrated suite of services centered around its core residential care home, which includes on-site education (Hope Christian Academy), mental health support, vocational and life skills training, sports and extracurricular activities, and spiritual development through Chapel of Hope. These services work together within a family-style living environment to support children ages 10-18 with emotional, developmental, or social challenges.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Hope House Residential Care A family-style residential living environment providing 24/7 staff support for children ages 10-18, including those with mental, physical, or emotional challenges arising from difficult family situations or disrupted adoptions. Delivered on a single campus in Marsing, Idaho.
• Hope Christian Academy An on-site, fully accredited private school (accredited through Cognia) offering K-12 education with small class sizes and individualized learning plans for Hope House residents, including dual-credit college classes through the IDLA partnership for 9th-12th grade students.
• Mental Health Services Trauma-informed care, counseling, and emotional support services provided by licensed professional counselors on staff and external psychiatric, psychological, and counseling professionals contracted for individual counseling needs.
• Vocational Training Job readiness programs, skills development, and internships that prepare youth ages 10-18 for successful, independent careers, including life skills training for students on the vocational track.
• Life Skills Training Guidance in financial literacy, time management, and independent living skills delivered to youth preparing to transition out of residential care.
• Sports and Extracurricular Programs Athletic and extracurricular programs in basketball, volleyball, flag football, and other fitness activities, delivered through membership in the Christian Schools Athletic Association (CSAA) to promote teamwork, discipline, and healthy lifestyles.
• Activities Program Creative and recreational outlets including art, music, hands-on workshops, hiking, fishing, camping, and trips to cultural venues for children at Hope House.
• Chapel of Hope Non-denominational Christian religious services and spiritual education delivered through an on-site chapel, including Sunday and Wednesday evening worship attended by all children.

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• IDLA (Idaho Digital Learning Alliance)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Hope Christian Academy paired with IDLA beginning in 2019 to provide classes for 9th-12th grade students. Through this program, dual credit college classes are made available to students who will be attending an Idaho college after high school graduation.
• Rotary Club of NampaflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerRotary Club of Nampa hosts the annual Golf for Hope tournament, now in its 36th year (2026), as a major fundraiser benefiting Hope House. The event includes a 4-person scramble, breakfast and lunch with awards reception.
• Teen MissionsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOlder children have the opportunity to go on U.S. and/or International Mission trips through Teen Missions organization.
• Chapel of Hope Christian ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAn independent, Bible-believing body of Christians operating as a free church with no denominational hierarchy. Provides spiritual services, worship, and religious education for Hope House residents. All children attend church for worship together each Sunday and Wednesday evening.
• Local Healthcare ProviderscoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerHope House contracts with local physicians, dentists, optometrists, and other medical professionals to provide health care, medication management, and other medical needs. Also contracts with psychiatric, psychological, and counseling professionals.
• Christian Schools Athletic Association (CSAA)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHope Christian Academy joined the CSAA in 2000 for athletic league competition in Basketball, Volleyball, and Football.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Boys Town: Boys Town is a national nonprofit operating residential family-style programs for at-risk and abandoned youth, including an accredited on-site school and trauma-informed mental health services — directly parallel to Hope House's integrated residential + education + counseling model, though at significantly larger scale.
• Milton Hershey School: Milton Hershey School is a cost-free private residential school serving PreK-12 students from low-income and at-risk backgrounds with on-campus housing, counseling, and career programs — directly comparable to Hope House's residential-plus-academy model for vulnerable youth.
• KidsPeace: KidsPeace operates residential treatment facilities, on-site private schools, and trauma-informed mental health services for at-risk youth — closely aligned with Hope House's integrated residential + education + counseling approach in both size and service model.
• Arrow Child & Family Ministries: Arrow Child & Family Ministries provides faith-based residential care, foster care, and family preservation services for children impacted by trauma — directly comparable to Hope House's Christian residential model for youth from disrupted adoptions and families in crisis.
• Childhelp: Childhelp operates residential group homes, advocacy, and trauma treatment programs for abused and neglected children — overlapping Hope House's at-risk youth focus and on-site therapeutic service delivery model.
• Baptist Children's Homes of North Carolina: Baptist Children's Homes of NC operates faith-based residential campuses, on-campus schools, and family-style cottages for at-risk children — closely paralleling Hope House's Christian-affiliated family-style residential model with integrated education.

Broad incumbents

• Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health: Devereux is one of the largest U.S. nonprofits operating residential treatment and special education programs for children with emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges — overlapping with Hope House's youth mental health and developmental disability service lines but at far broader national scale.
• Eckerd Connects: Eckerd Connects runs residential programs, foster care, and youth workforce services across multiple states, comparable to Hope House's residential care plus vocational training pathway but with a much larger footprint and government contracting capability.
• Sequel Youth & Family Services: Sequel operates residential treatment, behavioral health, and educational programs for youth with significant mental health and behavioral needs nationwide — comparable to Hope House's clinical residential care but operating at a multi-state scale with insurance and state contracting.

Emerging players

• North American Family Institute (NAFI): NAFI provides residential, therapeutic, and community-based services for children, adolescents, and families across multiple states — relevant comparable for Hope House's residential and youth mental health service lines, with stronger state contracting access.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hope-house-home-for-children

Compliance2 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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