Abused Adult Resource Center

What Abused Adult Resource Center does

Abused Adult Resource Center (AARC) is a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit headquartered at 218 W Broadway Ave in Bismarck, North Dakota, founded in 1976 as a citizens task force and renamed in January 1984. The organization delivers free, confidential services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, human trafficking, dating violence, and elder abuse across seven south central North Dakota counties (Burleigh, Morton, Kidder, Grant, Emmons, Sheridan, and Sioux) and the Standing Rock Indian Reservation. Service delivery is anchored by a 24-hour crisis hotline (1-866-341-7009), walk-in office hours, three physical shelter facilities (Pam's House, Hope House, and Bonnie's Apartments), and a Family Safety Center for supervised parenting time.

AARC's service stack spans crisis intervention, safety planning, legal advocacy for protection orders, counseling referrals, support groups (domestic violence, sexual violence, and elder abuse), children's programs, transportation assistance, and referrals to housing, medical, mental health, and financial services. Specialized offerings include RedRover Safe Housing for survivors with pets, PULSE community action teams, and the Green Dot bystander intervention program. The organization also operates Seeds of Hope, a wholly-owned thrift and gift store at 520 E Main Avenue in Bismarck that serves as both a fundraising mechanism and a job-training site for survivors.

The organization is funded through a diversified mix of state and federal grants (including the NDDoH Rape Prevention and Education Program), foundation and corporate grants, individual donations (PayPal, Venmo, Network for Good), special-event fundraisers (Concert for Courage, Galentine's Day Brunch, Christmas Store), and Seeds of Hope retail proceeds. All services are provided free of charge. AARC is governed by a nine-member volunteer board of directors and currently employs between 101 and 250 staff supplemented by more than 200 active volunteers. Executive Director Michelle Erickson has led the organization since April 1, 2019, succeeding Diane Zainhofsky. The technology posture is intentionally low-tech: no proprietary software, no public API, no AI/ML capabilities — operations rely on standard web, payment-processing, and calendar integrations.

Name

Abused Adult Resource Center

Legal name

Abused Adult Resource Center

Website

https://abusedadultresourcecenter.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1976

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Abused Adult Resource Center (AARC) is a Bismarck, North Dakota-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing free crisis intervention, emergency shelter, legal advocacy, and counseling to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and related abuse across seven south central North Dakota counties.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Victim Services

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Domestic Violence & Abuse Support Services (BPAGAEAD)

Keywords

• Domestic violence services
• Sexual assault support
• Crisis intervention services
• Emergency shelter services
• Victim advocacy programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Bismarck

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Foundation and Corporate Grants: Grant funding from private foundations and corporate donors supports operational costs and specific programs.
2. Government Grants: State and federal program funding including NDDoH Rape Prevention and Education Program grants.
3. Individual Donations: Personal gifts from individuals, including online donations via PayPal, Network for Good, Venmo, and mail.
4. Seeds of Hope Thrift Store: The organization owns and operates Seeds of Hope, a thrift/gift store. Proceeds benefit the Abused Adult Resource Center and the store also serves as a job-training site for survivors.
5. Special Events: Fundraising events including Galentine's Day Brunch, Concert for Courage, Christmas Store, and Cards for Caring e-card program.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

AARC operates a confidential, free-of-charge continuum of victim services for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, human trafficking, dating violence, and elder abuse in south central North Dakota. Core offerings include a 24/7 crisis hotline, emergency and transitional shelter, legal advocacy for protection orders, support groups, counseling referrals, and supervised parenting time. The organization is sustained through grants, donations, special events, and proceeds from its retail subsidiary, Seeds of Hope.

Product overview

Abused Adult Resource Center (AARC) is a nonprofit victim services organization offering a comprehensive suite of programs for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, dating violence, human trafficking, and elder abuse. The organization operates a coordinated service network centered around a 24-hour crisis hotline and emergency shelter (including Pam's House, Hope House, and Bonnie's Apartments), supplemented by the Family Safety Center for supervised parenting time. Core services include crisis intervention, legal advocacy, support groups, safety planning, and the Seeds of Hope thrift store which serves as both a fundraising mechanism and job-training site for survivors. Prevention programming includes the PULSE community action teams and Green Dot bystander intervention program. All services are provided free of charge to clients.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Pam's House: A safe house for women and children affected by domestic violence, combining temporary shelter with counseling and assistance for rebuilding lives.
• Diane Zainhofsky Hope House
• Bonnie's Apartments
• Family Safety Center
• Seeds of Hope
• PULSE
• RedRover Safe Housing

Products and services

• 24-Hour Crisis Hotline Free, confidential 24/7 telephone crisis intervention for abuse survivors in North Dakota, providing immediate emotional support, safety planning, and referrals to emergency services.
• Emergency Shelter Housing Temporary shelter services providing a safe and secure living environment for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and stalking, with 24-hour advocacy and support across Pam's House, Diane Zainhofsky Hope House, and Bonnie's Apartments.
• Domestic Violence Services Comprehensive support for survivors of domestic and dating violence including crisis intervention, safety planning, support groups, legal advocacy for protection orders, and referrals to counseling and housing services.
• Sexual Assault Services Support services for sexual assault survivors including 24-hour crisis intervention, emergency shelter, support groups, rape crisis advocacy, criminal justice assistance, and referrals for medical care and forensic examinations.
• Family Safety Center A safe, neutral environment for supervised parenting time and exchanges for families experiencing domestic violence, custody disputes, or children in foster care due to abuse and neglect.
• Support Groups Confidential peer support groups for survivors including Domestic Violence Support Group (Tuesdays 6pm), Sexual Violence Support Group, and Elder Abuse Support Group (ages 50+), offering peer connection and coping skills.
• Human Trafficking Services Support services for survivors of human trafficking, including emotional support, crisis intervention, emergency shelter, referrals to counseling and legal assistance, and identification of trafficking indicators.
• Elder Abuse Services Services for adults over 60 experiencing abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation, including crisis intervention, support groups, and referrals to reporting services for vulnerable adult protection.
• Stalking Services Support and safety planning for stalking victims, including assistance with stalking logs, safety planning, legal advocacy, and referrals to protective services.
• Legal Advocacy Criminal justice program where certified domestic violence advocates assist victims through the legal process of obtaining Domestic Violence Protection Orders and Sexual Assault Restraining Orders, including courtroom advocacy.
• Children's Programs Counseling, support, education, and child abuse prevention services for children accompanying survivors, including the Pam's House Children's Activity Program with group outings and educational activities.
• RedRover Safe Housing Pet-friendly housing program funded by RedRover Relief Urgent Care grant, providing financial assistance, resources, and emotional support for pet guardians fleeing domestic violence situations.
• Seeds of Hope Thrift Store A retail thrift and gift store operated by AARC that provides career closet clothing and household furnishings for survivors, serves as a job-training site for retail careers, with proceeds supporting AARC programs.
• PULSE Prevention Program A community group focused on preventing domestic and sexual violence through education, intervention, and community involvement, operating through Community Action Teams (CATs) that meet quarterly.
• Green Dot Bystander Intervention Sexual violence primary prevention strategy engaging community members as bystanders to identify harmful behaviors and respond appropriately through the 3 Ds: Direct, Delegate, and Distract.
• Safety Planning Comprehensive safety planning resources covering explosive incidents, preparation for leaving, home safety, protective orders, workplace safety, and emotional health strategies for survivors.

Quantifiable outcome

• Served 1,427 adult clients in 2023 (9% increase)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration10 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• NewVision SecurityminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024NewVision Security installed a new security camera system for AARC as an in-kind donation. Their team provided professional installation services, which the organization describes as a significant upgrade that helps create a safer environment for staff and clients.
• Gospel PraiSing FiestaminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Community fundraising event series held at Maya's Mexican Restaurant featuring Christian music. Free-will donations benefit AARC throughout the summer events. Includes musicians like Debi Rogers and venue partnership with Maya's Mexican Restaurant.
• RedRover ReliefcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2021RedRover Relief Urgent Care grant program provides funding for RedRover Safe Housing program, offering pet-friendly housing for domestic violence victims with pets. This addresses a critical gap as survivors often cannot leave abusive situations because they cannot take their pets.
• Maya's Mexican RestaurantminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEvent venue hosting Gospel PraiSing Fiesta fundraising events for AARC. Provides space for community events supporting survivors.
• Target CircleminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate giving program where Target customers can enroll and vote for AARC to receive donations based on shopping activity. Part of Target's charitable giving initiative.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Peers

• Sanctuary for Families:

Direct peers

• Safe Horizon: Large New York City-based nonprofit providing domestic violence shelters, hotlines, counseling, legal advocacy, and community programs. Operates an integrated service model closely aligned with AARC's (shelter + hotline + advocacy + prevention) but at significantly larger urban scale.
• RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network): RAINN operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline and provides the largest U.S. sexual assault crisis intervention, advocacy, and survivor support services. Directly comparable to AARC's sexual assault service line including crisis response, advocacy, and referral to forensic and counseling resources.
• National Domestic Violence Hotline: The National Domestic Violence Hotline operates 24/7 crisis intervention, safety planning, and referrals across the U.S. AARC has an active referral partnership with them for survivors outside North Dakota, and they serve the same survivor population with overlapping hotline + referral services.

Broad incumbents

• National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV): National advocacy organization representing DV shelters and survivors at the federal policy level. Operates broadly across the DV services ecosystem rather than as a direct local service provider, providing public awareness, training, and policy advocacy that complement AARC's direct services.
• YWCA USA: YWCA operates domestic violence shelters, sexual assault services, and advocacy programs across hundreds of U.S. locations. Comparable service mix (shelter, crisis intervention, advocacy) but at a national scale with broader programming that includes childcare, workforce development, and racial justice.

Regional players

• North Dakota Coalition Against Domestic Violence: The state-level coalition supporting North Dakota DV programs and shelters. Operates in the same state with comparable mission (DV advocacy and member-shelter support), serving as AARC's likely state-level policy and funding counterpart rather than a direct competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/aarc.nd
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/abused-adult-resource-center
• Xx.com/aarctweets

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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