NWA Center for Sexual Assault

What NWA Center for Sexual Assault does

NWA Center for Sexual Assault (EIN 71-0567897) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1982 in Springdale, Arkansas, originally as NWA Rape Crisis and rebranded in 2023 under its current name. The organization provides free, confidential services to adult survivors of sexual assault in Northwest Arkansas, including individual and group counseling, a 24/7 bilingual crisis hotline, forensic medical exams conducted by Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE), and survivor advocacy. Its service delivery is staffed by 11-50 employees and operates without cost to survivors.

The organization's business model is donation-funded: all services are provided free of charge, with operating support drawn from community donations, grants, and institutional partnerships. It has built six culturally-specific outreach programs targeting underserved populations in the region, including Estamos Contigo (Latino community), GRACE (Black community), KKMI (Marshallese community), Let's Talk NWA, Project ARCH (deaf and hard-of-hearing), and Salons Supporting Survivors. The organization partners with UAMS to deliver teleSANE telementoring to rural hospitals across Arkansas, and with Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art to run the UNBROKEN art gallery event supporting survivors.

Technically, the organization operates with limited proprietary technology: its core platforms are a 24/7 telephone hotline, in-person clinical and counseling operations, and telehealth infrastructure leveraged through the UAMS partnership for SANE training. No technology platform, software product, or AI/ML system is described. Leadership transitioned from long-tenured Executive Director Anne Shelley (2012-2019) to current Executive Director Julie Kinder, with FY24-25 service volumes of 929 counseling sessions, 117 SANE exams, and 1,358 hotline calls.

Name

NWA Center for Sexual Assault

Legal name

Northwest Arkansas Rape Crisis Inc

Website

https://nwasexualassault.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

NWA Center for Sexual Assault is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Springdale, Arkansas providing free crisis counseling, forensic exams, advocacy, and a 24/7 hotline to adult survivors of sexual assault across Northwest Arkansas, funded entirely by donations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Crisis Intervention and Sexual Assault Support Services

NAICS

Individual and Family Services (6241), Human Rights Organizations (813311), Community Housing Services (62422)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Domestic Violence & Abuse Support Services (BPAGAEAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

LGBTQ+ Rights & Advocacy Organizations (BPAGAFAE), Human Rights & Anti-Discrimination Organizations (BPAGAFAB)

Keywords

• Sexual assault support
• Crisis intervention services
• Trauma counseling
• Forensic nurse examinations
• Human trafficking advocacy

Headquarters

HQ city

Springdale

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: The organization is funded entirely through charitable donations from the community. Donations from individuals, both one-time and recurring monthly contributions through the Survivor Ally program, support all operational costs. The center is registered as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN: 71-0567897) and all contributions are tax-deductible.
2. Event-Based Fundraising: The organization raises funds through annual events including the Voices Gala, SHRED benefit concert, and community events. Sponsorships for events like UNBROKEN and SHRED provide additional revenue.
3. Survivor Ally Monthly Giving Program: Monthly recurring donations through the Survivor Ally program provide predictable revenue. Members receive benefits including a copy of 'Your Consent' by Joyce Short, complimentary gala tickets, recognition in the annual report, quarterly board meeting access, and center tours.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The NWA Center for Sexual Assault provides free, 24/7 comprehensive support services to adult survivors of sexual violence and their loved ones across Benton, Madison, and Washington counties in Northwest Arkansas. Its core offerings include a 24/7 crisis hotline, sexual assault forensic exams and rape kit collection by trained Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANEs), individual advocacy through medical and legal processes, and therapeutic counseling (individual, couples, family, and group) plus support groups, along with six culturally tailored community outreach projects for Spanish-speaking, faith, Marshallese, Black, LGBTQ+, and salon industry audiences.

Product overview

NWA Center for Sexual Assault is a nonprofit service organization (not a technology platform) that provides a comprehensive suite of direct support services to adult survivors of sexual violence in Northwest Arkansas. The organization operates through a hub-and-spoke model centered on five core services: a 24-hour crisis hotline (1-800-794-4175), sexual assault forensic exams performed by SANE nurses, therapeutic counseling (individual, couples, family, and group), individual advocacy, and support groups. These core services are available in English, Spanish, and Marshallese at no cost to clients. The organization extends its reach through six culturally-specific community outreach programs: Estamos Contigo (Spanish-speaking), GRACE for Survivors (faith-based), Kinke Kwojjab Make Iam (Marshallese), Let's Talk NWA (Black/African American), Project ARCH (LGBTQ+), and Salons Supporting Survivors. Additional programs include prevention education, art workshops for survivors, an anti-human trafficking initiative, a podcast, and a newsletter. The organization does not offer software products, APIs, or AI-powered technology solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 24-Hour Crisis Hotline 24/7/365 crisis intervention, emotional support, crisis counseling, and referral hotline available to anyone dealing with the aftermath of sexual assault via 1-800-794-4175.
• Sexual Assault Forensic Exams & Kit Collection Free forensic sexual assault examinations and rape kit collection performed by trained Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANEs) in a compassionate, non-hospital setting, available within 96 hours of assault.
• Individual Advocacy Compassionate support, referrals, and resources helping survivors and loved ones navigate medical exams, reporting, and court processes.
• Therapeutic Counseling In-depth talk therapy including individual, couples, family, and group therapy for anyone dealing with the emotional impact of sexual violence, regardless of when it occurred.
• Support Groups Weekly peer support groups for sexual assault survivors, offering strength and healing alongside other survivors.
• Prevention Education Community presentations on sexual assault prevention covering consent, sexual violence, rape culture, healthy relationships, and victim-blaming.
• Estamos Contigo Bilingual community outreach project for the Spanish-speaking population of Northwest Arkansas, providing education, support, and confidential advocacy on sexual assault.
• GRACE for Survivors Faith-based outreach connecting faith leaders and faith organizations with sexual assault service providers to support survivors who seek comfort from faith communities.
• Kinke Kwojjab Make Iam (KKMI) Confidential refuge, support, and resources for Marshallese-speaking survivors addressing sexual assault and harassment in their community.
• Let's Talk NWA Black/African American community outreach project designed to break cycles of domestic violence and sexual assault through education, awareness, and access to support services.
• Project ARCH LGBTQ+ outreach program validating the experiences of LGBTQ+ sexual assault survivors through community awareness, direct services, and supportive resources.
• Salons Supporting Survivors Training and resources for salon and beauty industry professionals to recognize domestic violence and human trafficking red flags and refer clients to discreet support.
• Art Workshops for Survivors Creative healing workshops including embroidery, poetry, dance, and guided art empowerment painting for survivors of sexual assault, human trafficking, and domestic violence.
• NWA Against Human Trafficking Case management, SANE exams, advocacy, counseling, relocation assistance, emergency shelter, and referral services for adult survivors of human trafficking at zero cost.

Quantifiable outcome

• 1,719 total services provided in 2025 (929 counseling sessions, 117 SANE exams, 1,358 hotline calls)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles8 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Arkansas Coalition Against Sexual Assault (ACASA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe center is affiliated with the Arkansas Coalition Against Sexual Assault (ACASA), a statewide coalition that provides training, resources, and advocacy for sexual assault service providers. Interns complete ACASA online training modules as part of their requirements.
• Crystal Bridges Museum of American ArtmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe NWA Center for Sexual Assault has partnered with Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art for the UNBROKEN annual survivor art gallery, connecting survivors with meaningful artistic healing experiences.
• Heartland Whole Health InstitutemajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Heartland Whole Health Institute Ballroom in Bentonville, AR serves as the venue for the UNBROKEN annual art gallery event, hosted by the center.
• NWA Forensic Nurse TeamcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe center partners with the NWA Forensic Nurse Team, which provides Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANEs) to perform forensic exams and collect sexual assault kits at the center. The team also includes the NWA Regional SANE Coordinator (Kacie Parrish) who works with the center.
• University of ArkansasmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe center partners with the University of Arkansas for internship programs, accepting undergraduate and graduate students from various majors. Anne Shelley, a former Executive Director of the center, currently serves as Director of Talent and Organizational Development for Human Resources at the University of Arkansas.
• UAMS (University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUAMS is listed as a partner organization in the Kinke Kwojjab Make Iam (KKMI) resource directory for the Marshallese community. Kacie Parrish also collaborates with the UAMS teleSANE program to provide educational opportunities for forensic nurses.
• Children's Safety Center of Benton CountyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerListed as a resource partner in the GRACE for Survivors and KKMI networks, serving as a referral resource for survivors.
• Arkansas Coalition of MarshalleseminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerListed in the KKMI Marshallese community resource directory as a partner organization for the Marshallese community in Northwest Arkansas.
• Legal Aid of ArkansasminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerListed in the KKMI Marshallese community resource directory as a legal referral resource for survivors.
• HARK N.W.A.minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerListed in the KKMI Marshallese community resource directory as a partner organization providing resources for the Marshallese community.
• Ozark GuidanceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerListed in the KKMI Marshallese community resource directory as a mental health referral resource for survivors.
• Local Artists and Art InstructorsmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe center partners with local artists and art instructors (B Magic Hands for embroidery, Cece Marie and Joi McGowan for dance, Paint Your Power Studio LLC for painting) for the UNBROKEN art workshops and gallery event.
• Fayetteville Public LibraryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Fayetteville Public Library serves as a venue for poetry workshops and was the location of the Voices Gala 2023. The library also provides space for support groups and other center events.
• George's Majestic LoungeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGeorge's Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville, AR is the venue for the SHRED benefit rock and metal concert supporting the center's crisis response, counseling, and advocacy programs.
• Spring Shop StudiosminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpring Shop Studios in Fayetteville, AR serves as the venue for the Juneteenth Celebration event hosted by Let's Talk NWA with the NWA Center for Sexual Assault.
• Harps Food StoresminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHarps Food Stores is listed as a media sponsor for the Voices Gala 2023, providing promotional support for the event.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Arkansas Coalition Against Sexual Assault (ACASA): Statewide coalition providing training, resources, and advocacy for Arkansas sexual assault service providers. ACASA is a direct peer and an active affiliate of NWA CSA, with overlapping mission and training pipelines.
• National Domestic Violence Hotline: Operates a 24/7 crisis hotline and resource referral for domestic violence survivors nationwide. Comparable to NWA CSA in hotline-based crisis intervention, counseling referral, and survivor advocacy model.
• Texas Association Against Sexual Assault (TAASA): Statewide coalition providing training, technical assistance, and advocacy for sexual assault programs in Texas. Comparable to ACASA's role in Arkansas and a relevant peer for state-coalition service delivery models.
• Northwest Arkansas Women's Shelter: Regional NWA nonprofit serving survivors of domestic violence with shelter, advocacy, and counseling. Operates in the same geographic area with overlapping survivor populations and referral networks.
• Sexual Trauma Awareness and Response (STAR): Louisiana-based sexual trauma services organization providing counseling, advocacy, and 24/7 crisis support. Directly comparable service model to NWA CSA across hotline, counseling, and SANE-adjacent forensic support.

Broad incumbents

• RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network): The largest national anti-sexual-violence organization operating the National Sexual Assault Hotline. RAINN is comparable to NWA CSA as a peer in sexual assault crisis response and counseling, but operates at a national rather than regional scale.

Emerging players

• The Trevor Project: National organization providing crisis intervention and counseling for LGBTQ+ youth. Comparable to NWA CSA's Project ARCH in LGBTQ+ survivor services, though focused on youth and at much larger national scale.

Others

• Ozark Guidance: Northwest Arkansas mental health services provider listed as a referral partner in NWA CSA's Marshallese resource network. Comparable in providing counseling services in the same geography, though broader in scope.

Regional players

• Children's Safety Center of Benton County: NWA-based child advocacy center serving minor survivors of abuse. Operates as a referral partner for NWA CSA (which serves adults only) and shares the same regional donor ecosystem.
• Peace at Home Family Shelter: Arkansas-based family shelter and domestic violence service provider. Comparable mission and service mix (shelter, advocacy, counseling) but operates in a different Arkansas region with separate funding base.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/nwarapecrisis
• Xx.com/nwacenter4sa
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/nwa-center-sexual-assault

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles17 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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