Western Illinois Regional Council

What Western Illinois Regional Council does

Western Illinois Regional Council (WIRC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit Community Action Agency founded in 1973 and headquartered in Macomb, Illinois, with a branch office in Galesburg. The organization operates a portfolio of more than a dozen interconnected programs across social services, community development, environmental services, and transportation planning. Its primary service lines include Victim Services (free crisis counseling and advocacy for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse), the Economic Development District program (grant writing, GIS mapping, and comprehensive planning for 84 western Illinois communities), weatherization and LIHEAP energy assistance, Tri-County Recycling, the Good Food Pantry, Disaster Relief, scholarships, and Project Santa. It also administers the Human Services Transportation Plan for IDOT Regions 4 and 7, covering 15 counties.

WIRC's business model is that of a federally designated Community Action Agency: services are delivered free of charge to income-eligible residents, funded primarily through pass-through federal and state grants including the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) administered by Illinois DCEO, LIHEAP, and IDOT transportation planning contracts. Supplemental revenue comes from philanthropic donations (United Way, Walmart Spark Good, individual and corporate giving via Bloomerang and Qgiv platforms), fundraising events such as Silvie's Ride Against Child Abuse, and modest transaction fees from the Tri-County Recycling facility ($0.50 per pound for business drop-offs). The underlying technology stack is standard nonprofit infrastructure: Zendesk for help desk, JotForm and Microsoft Forms for applications, Paycom for HR, DocuSign for signatures, Microsoft Teams for board meetings, and Google Maps for location services. There is no proprietary technology platform; the organization differentiates through service breadth, regulatory designations, and 50+ years of community relationships rather than technology.

WIRC serves a six-county core service area (Fulton, Hancock, Henderson, Knox, McDonough, and Warren) plus expanded transportation planning coverage to 15 counties. With a headcount of 11-50 employees, the organization has been recognized multiple times by Ameren Illinois and Illinois DCEO for weatherization performance and secured approximately $4.5 million in grants for three partner communities. Leadership includes CEO Stacy Nimmo (appointed via national search) and Executive Director Roger Pavey (30+ years of community action experience).

Name

Western Illinois Regional Council

Legal name

Western Illinois Regional Council

Website

https://wirpc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1973

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Western Illinois Regional Council (WIRC) is a nonprofit Community Action Agency founded in 1973, serving 84 communities across six western Illinois counties with social services, victim advocacy, energy assistance, community development planning, and recycling programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Action and Social Services

NAICS

Community Housing Services (62422), Civic and Social Organizations (8134)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-To Dwellings & Other Buildings (7340)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industry

Local Public Health & Human Services Administration (BPAIACAK)

Keywords

• Community action services
• Social services nonprofit
• Community development assistance
• Weatherization programs
• Victim advocacy services

Headquarters

HQ city

Macomb

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Government Grants: WIRC receives federal and state funding primarily through programs like the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) administered by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), and Community Development Block Grant Program. These grants fund core social service operations.
2. Donations and Philanthropy: Individual and corporate donations support programs including Victim Services, Good Food Pantry, Project Santa, and general operations. Major donors include United Way, community organizations, and individuals.
3. Fee-based Recycling Services: Tri-County Recycling accepts residential drop-offs free of charge but charges businesses 50 cents per pound. Small fees apply for pickup services at both residential and commercial properties.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Western Illinois Regional Council (WIRC) is a nonprofit Community Action Agency providing free social services to income-eligible residents and community development assistance to local governments across six western Illinois counties. Core offerings include crisis counseling and advocacy for abuse survivors, energy assistance (LIHEAP) and home weatherization, food assistance, disaster relief, grant writing and technical assistance for municipalities, and paint/electronics recycling.

Product overview

Western Illinois Regional Council (WIRC) is a nonprofit Community Action Agency offering a portfolio of social service programs and community development services across western Illinois. The organization operates as a unified agency with multiple interconnected programs rather than a platform-plus-modules architecture. Core offerings include Victim Services (crisis counseling and advocacy for abuse survivors), Community Development Services (grant writing, technical assistance, and Economic Development District designation), and environmental programs (Tri-County Recycling and weatherization services). Additional programs include LIHEAP energy assistance, the Illinois Home Weatherization Program, Good Food Pantry, Disaster Relief, Scholarship Programs, Project Santa, Housing Rehabilitation, Job Coaching, and the Human Services Transportation Plan (HSTP) for Regions 4 and 7. The organization serves Hancock, Henderson, Knox, McDonough, Warren, and Fulton counties from offices in Macomb and Galesburg, Illinois.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Victim Services Free and confidential services for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, child abuse, and other forms of abuse, including crisis counseling, legal advocacy, medical advocacy, Orders of Protection, safety planning, emergency shelter, and transportation.
• Community Development Services Grant writing and technical assistance helping 84 western Illinois communities advance economic development and improve public infrastructure through comprehensive planning, grant applications, GIS mapping, land use and zoning, community surveys, feasibility studies, and housing rehabilitation grants.
• Tri-County Recycling / Paint & Electronics Recycling Paint and electronics recycling program administered through the Tri-County Resource & Waste Management Council (TCR&WMC), keeping over 1 million pounds out of local landfills. Free residential drop-offs; businesses charged 50 cents per pound.
• Economic Development District (EDD) Designated by the U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration for six western Illinois counties (Fulton, Hancock, Henderson, Knox, McDonough, Warren), responsible for Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) and regional economic development planning.
• Human Services Transportation Plan (HSTP) Transportation planning initiative for Regions 4 and 7 covering 15 counties in western Illinois, evaluating transportation services and establishing goals for individuals with disabilities, older adults, and those with low incomes. Contracted by Illinois Department of Transportation.
• Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Federal energy assistance program helping income-eligible households pay heating bills during winter months, administered in Hancock, Henderson, Knox, McDonough, and Warren counties.
• Illinois Home Weatherization Program Program eliminating heat loss and air infiltration in eligible homes through energy-efficient upgrades including furnace heaters, water heaters, air conditioners, ventilation, and attic insulation.
• Good Food Pantry Choice-based food pantry operated in partnership with Good Food Collaborative at the WIRC office in Macomb, providing food assistance to McDonough County residents.
• Disaster Relief Program Emergency disaster assistance for residents impacted by severe storms, providing grant funding through Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) for home repairs, utilities, fallen tree removal, and storm-related damage.
• Scholarship Programs Multiple scholarship programs including WIRC-CAA Scholarship ($1,000), Trade School Scholarship ($1,500), and Nathan Cobb Memorial Scholarship ($5,000) for income-eligible students in trade schools, community colleges, and universities.
• Project Santa Holiday gift program providing presents and clothing to children from eligible households in Hancock, Henderson, and McDonough counties.
• Housing Rehabilitation Programs Home repair and accessibility programs helping lower-income individuals with electrical code fixes, wheelchair ramp installation, window replacements, and doorway widening, with grants up to $60,000 available.
• Job Coaching Services Employment assistance including job interview practice, resume writing, and job hunting tips for community members seeking employment.
• Bicycle Program Transportation access program providing bicycles to lower-income and elderly individuals in rural western Illinois who cannot drive or afford a car.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced residents' energy bills by 30 percent through weatherization
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Warren County Housing AuthoritycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 July 2026Partnership on Kirkwood multifamily weatherization project. WIRC's weatherization team worked with Warren County Housing Authority to complete the first-ever multifamily weatherization project for an eight-unit housing complex. Project valued at approximately $170,000 with no cost to residents.
• Samaritan Well and Safe HarborminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 June 2026Recipient organizations of Silvie's Ride Against Child Abuse fundraising event alongside WIRC Victim Services. Funds raised are split among these organizations.
• Good Food CollaborativecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner runs a choice-based food pantry at the WIRC office in Macomb, providing food assistance to McDonough County residents.
• Warren County Public LibraryminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProvides assistance to Warren County residents for completing disaster relief applications online or printing paper copies during open hours.
• Jamieson Community CenterminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAssists Warren County residents with completing disaster relief applications during open hours (8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Monday-Friday).

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Champaign County Regional Planning Commission: Regional planning commission serving Champaign County, Illinois with similar comprehensive planning, GIS mapping, and community development grant assistance services. Comparable in structure and core mission to WIRC's Community Development division.
• Two Rivers Regional Council of Public Officials: Regional council of governments in western Illinois providing planning, economic development, and community services to multiple counties. Direct peer in multi-county regional governance model and federal-funded program administration.
• Springfield-Sangamon County Regional Planning Commission: Regional planning commission in central Illinois providing community development, grant writing, and economic development services to local governments. Direct peer in geographic scope and service model, supported by the same Illinois DCEO funding ecosystem.
• Peoria County Community Development Department: Local government community development entity administering HUD-funded programs, weatherization, and housing rehabilitation in central Illinois. Comparable service portfolio to WIRC's housing rehabilitation and LIHEAP programs.

Regional players

• Egyptian Health Department: Multi-county health and human services provider in southern Illinois offering community-based social services, environmental health, and emergency preparedness. Comparable in nonprofit service delivery model across rural Illinois counties.

Broad incumbents

• National Association for State Community Services Programs (NASCSP): National association representing state offices that administer CSBG and weatherization programs. WIRC operates as a local CAA within this national funding ecosystem, receiving CSBG pass-through dollars via Illinois DCEO.
• Illinois Community Action Partnership: Statewide network coordinating Illinois Community Action Agencies on anti-poverty programs, training, and policy advocacy. WIRC participates as a member CAA within this umbrella coordination structure.
• Illinois Association of Community Action Agencies: Statewide association representing all Illinois Community Action Agencies, including WIRC. Provides training, advocacy, and coordination services to members; WIRC participates in ILACAA's network for CSBG-related program support.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/WIRC_CAA
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC3kimZ8oSIcRPtWzKlOFFnQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/WesternIllinoisRegionalCouncil
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/wirc-caa
• Instagraminstagram.com/westernillinoisregionalcouncil

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

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