FRIENDS of Broomfield

What FRIENDS of Broomfield does

FRIENDS of Broomfield is a Broomfield, Colorado-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1998 that delivers person-centered programs to over 200 adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) across the Colorado Front Range. The organization operates six core program verticals: the FRIENDS Unlimited Day Program offering 40 weekly classes (recreational, educational, and cultural activities delivered at a dedicated 2013 facility); Residential services with Host Home, Independent Living, and Family Caregiver models; Supported Employment providing job development, coaching, and DVR coordination; a Social Program (Night Out, Day Out) priced at $40 per activity; an inclusive Travel Program with trips ranging from $2,800 (Glenwood Springs) to $4,900 (Walt Disney World); and Behavioral Support Services delivered by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Service delivery is funded primarily through Colorado Medicaid DD and SLS waivers, supplemented by charitable donations, monthly giving (The Butterfly Effect), foundation grants (Anschutz Family Foundation, Denver Foundation Lowe Fund, Broomfield Community Foundation), event sponsorships (Luncheon & Fashion Show, Variety Show), corporate partners, and participant fees for non-waiver services.

The technology footprint is intentionally minimal: a Givecloud-powered online donation platform with social login (Google, Microsoft, Facebook) and PayPal/card processing supports fundraising operations, while service delivery itself is relationship-driven and in-person across community venues (Paul Derda Recreation Center, 100 Nickel Bowling, Elite Dance Academy). The organization employs 11-50 staff under CEO/Founder Gina Coufal and COO Annie Green, with program directors leading each vertical and a board chaired by Jim Koontz providing governance. FRIENDS operates as an independent nonprofit with no parent company, no institutional investors, and no equity funding — sustained instead by a diversified coalition of state reimbursements, individual donors, corporate sponsors, and community partners. Recent strategic moves include The Grove at Cottonwood neuro-inclusive housing development (40 units, 10+ dedicated to I/DD participants), the launch of the Butterfly Effect monthly giving program, and continued partnership expansion with peer nonprofits and Colorado Community Centered Boards.

Name

FRIENDS of Broomfield

Legal name

FRIENDS of Broomfield, Inc.

Website

https://friendsofbroomfield.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

FRIENDS of Broomfield is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1998 that delivers person-centered day, residential, employment, social, travel, and behavioral programs to over 200 adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Colorado's Front Range, funded primarily by Medicaid waivers, donations, and grants.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Disability and Human Services

NAICS

Civic and Social Organizations (813410), Civic and Social Organizations (8134)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Affordable Housing & Community Development (Housing, Community Land Trusts) (BPAGALAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Social Skills, Play Skills & Group ABA Programs (EDAKAHAJ), Volunteerism, Service-Learning & Community Service (EDALAHAG)

Keywords

• Disability support services
• Developmental disabilities programs
• Supported employment services
• Residential disability care
• Behavioral support ABA

Headquarters

HQ city

Broomfield

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Medicaid Waiver Funding: Program services for individuals with developmental disabilities are primarily funded through Medicaid waivers, which pay for day program, residential, supported employment, and behavioral support services.
2. Donations and Grants: The organization receives funding through charitable donations from individuals, monthly donors (The Butterfly Effect program), corporate sponsors, and foundation grants such as the Anschutz Family Foundation ($8,500) and Denver Foundation Lowe Fund ($20,000).
3. Monthly Giving Program (The Butterfly Effect): Recurring monthly donations at tiered levels ($10, $25, $50, $100/month) providing predictable revenue stream for programs supporting participants.
4. Social Program Fees: Social activities including Men's Night Out, Women's Night Out, and FRIENDS Night Out are priced at $40.00 per activity. DD and SLS waivers can cover costs for eligible participants.
5. Travel Program Fees: Travel activities are priced individually, ranging from approximately $2,800 to $4,900 per trip depending on destination and duration.
6. Event Sponsorships: Annual events including the Luncheon & Fashion Show and Variety Show generate revenue through corporate sponsorships.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

FRIENDS of Broomfield is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that delivers person-centered programs for teens and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Its core offerings are six interconnected programs — Day Program (FRIENDS Unlimited), Residential, Supported Employment, Social, Travel, and Behavioral Support Services (ABA) — funded primarily through Medicaid waivers and supplemented by donations, grants, and event sponsorships.

Product overview

FRIENDS of Broomfield operates as a single unified nonprofit service organization offering multiple interconnected programs for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The core portfolio includes the Day Program (FRIENDS Unlimited) providing daily recreational and educational activities, a Social Program with night out events and community activities, a Residential Program with host home and independent living options, a Travel Program offering inclusive domestic and international trips, Supported Employment services for job placement and coaching, and Behavioral Support Services providing ABA therapy. Additionally, the organization operates an online donation platform powered by Givecloud and a monthly giving program called The Butterfly Effect. These programs work together to provide comprehensive, person-centered support across all aspects of participants' lives.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• FRIENDS Unlimited Day Program A daily facility-based program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities offering 40 different classes per week of recreational, educational, and cultural activities including water aerobics, gymnastics, weight training, arts, dance, and bowling, delivered Monday-Friday 10am-3pm at the Broomfield facility.
• Residential Program Independent living services for individuals with I/DD providing three customized service models: Host Home (private family homes), Independent Living, and Family Caregiver, each tailored through a person-centered planning approach.
• Supported Employment Vocational rehabilitation services helping adults with I/DD obtain and maintain competitive employment through job development, job searching, interview support, on-the-job training, and ongoing workplace coaching, coordinated with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation and Community Centered Boards.
• Social Program Affordable community-based social opportunities for adults with I/DD including Men's Night Out, Women's Night Out, FRIENDS Night Out (weekday evenings 6pm-8pm), and FRIENDS Day Out (weekend activities), with 4 social events offered monthly.
• Travel Program Inclusive accessible travel opportunities for adults with I/DD including enhanced weekend trips of 3-4 days around Colorado and extended trips of 5-9 days to domestic and international destinations such as Tucson, Los Angeles, Walt Disney World, New York City, Philadelphia, Virginia Beach, Glenwood Springs, Branson, Dollywood, San Diego, Tampa/St. Petersburg, and Las Vegas, priced from approximately $2,800 to $4,900 per trip.
• Behavioral Support Services (ABA) Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services led by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), providing customized behavior plans focused on increasing independence, enhancing employment access, improving social and communication skills, and reducing challenging or dangerous behaviors, delivered across residential, community-based, day program, school, clinical, and vocational settings.
• The Butterfly Effect Monthly Giving Program A subscription-style monthly donor program with four tiered giving levels — Opening Doors ($10/month), Tools for Success ($25/month), Further Independence ($50/month), and Further Inclusion ($100/month) — providing predictable recurring revenue to support FRIENDS' programs.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 200 individuals supported across all programs
• +3 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

Integration5 records

Partnerships

25 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• A Precious ChildcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFRIENDS participants volunteer weekly at A Precious Child sorting clothes and toys for families in need. Partner organizations collaborate annually on 'Caring For Broomfield Together' campaign for Colorado Gives Day.
• Bal Swan Children's CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnual partner in 'Caring For Broomfield Together' campaign. Organization builds social-emotional foundation and inclusive learning community.
• Broomfield FISH Food Bank & Family Resource CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnual partner in 'Caring For Broomfield Together' campaign. FISH provides food, emergency financial assistance, and mentoring support to Broomfield residents.
• Broomfield Council on the Arts & HumanitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnual partner in 'Caring For Broomfield Together' campaign promoting giving on Colorado Gives Day.
• Bertagnolli DentalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSupported Employment partner providing job placement for individuals with developmental disabilities. Participant Keira has been employed at Bertagnolli Dental for over one year.
• 100 Nickel Bowling and ArcademinorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDay Program partners for weekly bowling class. Staff welcomes participants, accommodates music preferences, and provides refreshments.
• Paul Derda Recreation CentercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDay Program partners for weekly gymnastics, swimming, and weight lifting activities for adults with developmental disabilities.
• Elite Dance AcademyminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProvides dance instruction for FRIENDS Day Program through instructor-led classes.
• Lil' FriendsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative organization providing respite and support services for children with developmental disabilities and their families. Founded by OTR and CNA with community experience in IDD services.
• North Metro (Community Centered Board)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOne of 20 Community Centered Boards in Colorado serving people with developmental disabilities in Adams County. Provides single point of entry for services and funding coordination.
• DDRC (Developmental Disabilities Resource Center)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJefferson County Community Centered Board providing services and support for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• EXPAND (Boulder)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBoulder-based recreation program dedicated to helping people of all abilities enjoy life through leisure activities and skill development.
• Mental Health PartnersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides mental health and substance use care services aligned with FRIENDS mission of supporting individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Association For Community Living (ACL Boulder)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPromotes and protects rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to be included in community life.
• Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState agency that FRIENDS coordinates with for Supported Employment services. DVR liaison Michael Gordon serves on FRIENDS Board.
• Employment First ColoradocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState initiative working toward equitable employment for people with disabilities through collaboration, systems innovation, and training excellence.
• APSE (Association of People Supporting Employment First)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational organization focused exclusively on Employment First to facilitate inclusion of people with disabilities in workplace and community.
• RTD (Regional Transportation District)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProvides Access-A-Ride paratransit services for individuals with disabilities in Denver metro area. FRIENDS Day Program participants use Access-A-Ride for transportation to facility.
• Via Mobility ServicesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProvides transportation services for individuals and groups, including those with mobility limitations. FRIENDS links to Via as community resource.
• Paul Derda Therapeutic RecreationminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCity of Broomfield program providing therapeutic recreation opportunities for people of all ability levels.
• King SoopersminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorParticipates in King Soopers Community Rewards Program where a percentage of purchases with linked loyalty card goes to FRIENDS.
• Giving Back Group (RE/MAX Alliance)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReal estate company that donates 20% of commission to FRIENDS when clients buy or sell homes with them.
• Broomfield Housing AlliancecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnered on The Grove at Cottonwood project - 40-unit neuro-inclusive affordable housing development with at least 10 units for adults with I/DD. FRIENDS hosting Independent Living Academy to prepare participants.
• BlueLine DevelopmentcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDevelopment partner for The Grove at Cottonwood neuro-inclusive housing project.
• A Precious ChildcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides children in need with opportunities and resources. FRIENDS volunteers assist weekly sorting clothes and toys.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Easterseals Colorado: Easterseals Colorado provides disability and veteran services including therapy, day programs, employment support, behavioral health, and case management statewide - comparable to FRIENDS' portfolio of Medicaid-funded I/DD services.
• Laradon: Laradon is a Denver-based nonprofit providing comprehensive programs for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including residential, day programs, vocational training, behavioral supports, and an on-site school - directly comparable to FRIENDS in scope and Colorado-based service delivery.
• The Arc of Colorado: The Arc of Colorado is a statewide advocacy and direct-service organization for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, providing family support, public policy advocacy, and community programs - comparable to FRIENDS in serving the I/DD community with combined advocacy and service delivery.
• Developmental Disabilities Resource Center (DDRC): DDRC is a Community Centered Board serving Jefferson County providing case management, residential, day, employment, and behavioral services to individuals with developmental disabilities - directly comparable as a Colorado I/DD service provider and an existing FRIENDS partner.
• EXPAND (Boulder): EXPAND is a Boulder-based nonprofit dedicated to helping people of all abilities enjoy life through leisure, recreation, and skill-building activities - directly comparable to FRIENDS' Social and Travel programs and an existing community partner.
• Imagine!: Imagine! provides comprehensive services to children, adults, and families with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities in Boulder County, including day programs, residential services, employment supports, behavioral health, and early intervention - directly comparable to FRIENDS of Broomfield's comprehensive service model.
• Association for Community Living (ACL Boulder): ACL Boulder advocates for and supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through supported living, employment, recreation, and family advocacy programs - directly comparable in mission and existing as a documented FRIENDS community partner.

Broad incumbents

• BrightSpring Health Services: BrightSpring Health Services is a national provider of home and community-based health and human services including I/DD services, behavioral health, and pharmacy solutions - a broad incumbent comparable in serving Medicaid-funded I/DD populations at scale.
• Sevita Health (formerly The MENTOR Network): Sevita Health is one of the largest national providers of home and community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, operating across multiple states - a broad incumbent serving the same I/DD population with a similar Medicaid waiver-funded model.
• Easterseals (national): Easterseals is the national federation providing disability services, employment programs, autism services, and community inclusion across the U.S. - a broad incumbent comparable to FRIENDS in mission, donor-supported funding model, and I/DD service mix.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/friendsofbroomfield
• Instagraminstagram.com/friendsofbroomfield
• Xx.com/BOurFRIENDS
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/friends-of-broomfield

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles24 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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