The Arc Ventura County

What The Arc Ventura County does

The Arc of Ventura County is a nonprofit organization founded in 1954 in Santa Paula, California, serving more than 700 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) across Ventura County. The organization delivers a comprehensive suite of community-based programs including Community Connections, Community Integration Day Programs, Community Living Services, Employment Services, Advocacy, a Digital Literacy Program, and the MOVE Program for mobility training. It is governed by a Board of Directors including self-advocates, led by Executive Director Esther Anaya, M.Ed., and President Dr. Bridget Tsao Brockman, and is affiliated with The Arc Foundation of Ventura County and the national Arc network of more than 700 chapters.

The organization operates with 101-250 employees out of a headquarters at 5103 Walker Street, Ventura, CA, with additional service locations across Ventura, Oxnard, Santa Paula, Thousand Oaks, and Simi Valley, plus a retail thrift store in Oxnard (625 North Oxnard Blvd). It holds CARF GoldSeal accreditation, the GuideStar Platinum Transparency Seal, and W3C WAI-AA WCAG 2.1 website accessibility certification. No proprietary technology platform is disclosed; the operating model is service-delivery driven rather than technology-driven.

Revenue is generated through five streams: California Department of Developmental Services and regional center funding, public and private grants, individual and corporate donations (including online, vehicle, stock, IRA, donor-advised fund, and cryptocurrency gifts), revenue from The Arc Foundation Thrift Store, and planned giving/bequests. Employer partnerships with Albertsons, FedEx, Home Goods, and Lowe's provide employment placement opportunities for program participants. Financial figures are not publicly disclosed. Founded as a grassroots parent-teacher effort, the organization rebranded to The Arc of Ventura County in 2008 and is currently celebrating its 70th anniversary.

Name

The Arc Ventura County

Legal name

The Arc of Ventura County

Website

https://arcvc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1954

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

The Arc of Ventura County is a 70-year-old nonprofit serving 700+ individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Ventura County, California through community-based programs in independent living, employment, advocacy, and digital literacy, funded by government contracts, grants, donations, and a thrift store.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Disability Services

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (62412), Vocational Rehabilitation Services (62431)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDALAGAK

Service & Emotional Support Animal (ESA) Accommodations Management

Education/Student Services & Campus Operations/Disability Services & Accessibility

Keywords

• Disability services
• Community living programs
• Employment services
• Advocacy programs
• Digital literacy training

Headquarters

HQ city

Ventura

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. Government Funding: Federal and state government funding through programs like California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) and regional centers.
2. Public and Private Grants: Funding from public and private grant programs to sustain and expand programs.
3. Individual and Corporate Donations: Donations from individuals and businesses supporting the nonprofit mission, including online donations, vehicle donations, stock donations, IRA gifts, and cryptocurrency.
4. Thrift Store Operations: Revenue from The Arc Foundation Thrift Store selling donated clothing, household items, and merchandise. Pickup service available throughout Ventura County.
5. Planned Giving: Bequests and legacy giving programs for long-term supporter engagement.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The Arc Ventura County is a nonprofit organization that provides community-based programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Its service portfolio includes Community Connections, Community Integration Day Programs, Community Living Services, Employment Services, Advocacy, a Digital Literacy Program, the MOVE Program, and operates a thrift store to fund its mission.

Product overview

The Arc of Ventura County is a nonprofit organization offering a comprehensive suite of programs and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The organization provides Community Connections, Community Integration Day Programs, Community Living Services, Employment Services, Advocacy, Digital Literacy Program, and The MOVE Program. These programs are designed to support individuals in building independence, forming meaningful relationships, and participating fully in their communities. Additionally, The Arc Foundation Thrift Store generates revenue to sustain programs and services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Community Connections Social and recreational programming designed to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities build community ties and engage in meaningful activities.
• Community Integration Day Programs Structured day programs that support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in skill-building, community participation, and personal development.
• Community Living Services Residential and independent living supports that help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities live as independently as possible in the community.
• Employment Services Vocational training, job coaching, and employment placement support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, delivered in partnership with local employers.
• Advocacy Self-advocacy and systems advocacy programs that empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to understand their rights and influence local and state policy.
• Digital Literacy Program Instruction in digital and technology skills tailored to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to support independence and communication.
• The MOVE Program An educational and mobility-focused program designed to teach individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities practical skills for greater independence.
• The Arc Foundation Thrift Store Retail thrift store operated to generate revenue that supports The Arc Ventura County's programs and services for individuals with disabilities.

Named customers4 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

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Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Tri-Counties Regional CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOne of twenty-one non-profit regional centers in California providing lifelong services and supports for people with developmental disabilities in San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties.
• California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState agency providing services and advocacy resulting in employment, independent living, and equality for individuals with disabilities.
• State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndependent state agency established to ensure people with developmental disabilities and families receive needed services and supports.
• The Arc (National)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe nation's largest community-based organization dedicated to advocating for and supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Network of nearly 700 state and local chapters.
• North Los Angeles County Regional Center (NLACRC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerServes more than 28,000 individuals with developmental disabilities in the San Fernando, Santa Clarita, and Antelope Valleys for over 45 years.
• California Department of Developmental Services (DDS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState agency ensuring Californians with developmental disabilities have opportunities to make choices and lead independent, productive lives in their communities.
• Disability Rights CaliforniaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAgency designated under federal law to protect and advocate for rights of Californians with disabilities through litigation, advocacy, and outreach.
• The Arc of CaliforniacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState-level advocacy organization representing and supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1950.
• El Arc de CaliforniaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProgram created by The Arc of California to promote equity and inclusion within California's disability services system for Latino communities.
• The Arc Foundation of Ventura CountycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFoundation partner that helps sustain programs and expand opportunities for individuals served by The Arc of Ventura County.
• AlbertsonscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEmployer partner hiring qualified candidates with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc provides recruitment, placement, inclusion training, and on-the-job support.
• FedExcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEmployer partner hiring qualified candidates with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc provides recruitment, placement, inclusion training, and on-the-job support.
• Home GoodscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEmployer partner hiring qualified candidates with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc provides recruitment, placement, inclusion training, and on-the-job support.
• Lowe'scoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEmployer partner hiring qualified candidates with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc provides recruitment, placement, inclusion training, and on-the-job support.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Best Buddies International: Nonprofit focused on creating opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through employment, leadership development, and inclusive living programs. Overlaps in mission and target population.
• Special Olympics: Global nonprofit providing sports training and athletic competition for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Adjacent in serving the same population through community-based programming.

Direct peers

• The Arc of California: State-level Arc organization representing and supporting California Arc chapters, including Ventura County. Direct peer as the umbrella advocacy body serving the same population and mission.
• AbilityFirst: California-based nonprofit serving individuals with disabilities through community living, employment, recreation, and camp programs. Direct regional peer with parallel service portfolio and footprint.
• The Arc of Los Angeles & San Gabriel Valleys: Regional Arc chapter serving neighboring Los Angeles County with similar programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Direct peer in the same Arc network with overlapping service portfolio.

Broad incumbents

• Easterseals: National nonprofit providing disability services including employment, community living, and therapy across many states. Comparable across service portfolio and target population, with broader geographic reach.
• Goodwill Industries International: National nonprofit providing employment services and job training for individuals with disabilities and other barriers. Directly overlaps with The Arc's employment services mission and revenue model.
• United Cerebral Palsy: National organization providing services for individuals with cerebral palsy and other disabilities. Offers employment, housing, and advocacy programs similar to The Arc's portfolio.
• The Arc of the United States: National umbrella organization with 700+ chapters including The Arc Ventura County. Operates the same mission and serves as the brand/advocacy backbone for all chapter peers.

Others

• Tri-Counties Regional Center: California regional center serving Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo counties. Functions as a core funding/referral partner for The Arc Ventura County and operates in the same disability services ecosystem.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCVLeK-BLa96hBLxp8GwOSCQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/thearcofventuracounty
• Instagraminstagram.com/thearcofventuracounty
• Xx.com/thearcvc

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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