PREVAIL

Name

PREVAIL

Legal name

PREVAIL

Website

https://weshallprevail.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1976

Operating status

Operating

Short description

PREVAIL is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in San Joaquin County, California, providing free crisis intervention, emergency shelter, clinical therapy, legal advocacy, and prevention education to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, sex trafficking, and homeless youth across 11 program sites in Stockton and Lodi.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Social Services — Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Human Trafficking, and Youth Homelessness Intervention

NAICS

Individual and Family Services (6241), Child and Youth Services (62411), Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers (621420), Residential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities (62322)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Youth Housing, Foster Care & Wraparound Support (Education-Linked) Nonprofits (BPAGADAO)

akta.pro secondary industries

Crisis Intervention & Suicide Prevention Services (EDALAFAD), Wraparound Student Support & Case Management Services (At-Risk K–12) (EDAJAEAJ), Youth Justice, At-Risk Youth & Violence Prevention Nonprofits (BPAGADAM), Behavioral Health for Children & Adolescents (Youth Services) (HLAFACAL), Substance Use Recovery & Harm Reduction Support Services (BPAGAEAO)

Keywords

• Domestic violence services
• Sexual assault advocacy
• Youth homelessness support
• Crisis intervention services
• Human trafficking response

Headquarters

HQ city

Stockton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Monetary Donations: Tax-deductible donations from individuals, corporations, and foundations. Includes tribute gifts (in honor/memory of someone), birthday donations, and employer-matched contributions. PREVAIL is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with Tax ID 94-2341360. Donations can be made via PayPal, United Way payroll deduction, and planned giving vehicles.
2. Planned Giving/Legacy Gifts: Bequests in wills, trusts, life insurance beneficiary designations, retirement plan gifts, and securities donations. Donors are inducted into the Compassion Society and recognized at the Anniversary Gala every 5 years.
3. In-Kind Donations: Physical goods donations including hygiene items, clothing (new and gently used), toiletries, gift cards (Target, Walmart, Food-4-Less in $25/$50/$100 increments). Also includes vehicle donations through Car Donation Services, Inc.
4. Event Revenue and Sponsorships: Revenue from signature events including Christmas in July Home Run Derby (team registrations, spectator tickets, sponsorships) and 50th Anniversary Gala (ticket sales, auction items, corporate sponsorships). These events serve as essential revolving funds for operational costs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

PREVAIL provides free, confidential crisis intervention, emergency shelter, advocacy, clinical therapy, and prevention services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking, as well as to at-risk and homeless youth ages 12–25 in San Joaquin County, California. Service delivery operates 24/7/365 through crisis helplines, shelters (Serenity House, DAWN House, Safe House, Opportunity House), a youth drop-in center (The Spot), hospital and court response teams, case management, and the Safe Place youth outreach network, supported by the state-certified Victim Assistance Training (VAT) program and EMDR-based clinical therapy.

Product overview

PREVAIL (Pioneering Restoration and Elevating Voices of Advocacy, Idealism and Leadership) is a nonprofit organization serving San Joaquin County, California, and functions as a unified suite of crisis intervention, shelter, advocacy, and prevention services rather than a technology product. The core portfolio consists of three interconnected service pillars: (1) Adult survivor services — 24-hour crisis helplines, emergency domestic violence shelter (DAWN House), sexual assault advocacy, legal advocacy, court accompaniment, and clinical therapy; (2) Youth services — emergency shelter (Safe House for ages 12-17, Opportunity House for ages 18-21), a youth drop-in center (The Spot), Transitional Age Youth (TAY) case management, clinical therapy, substance use counseling, Safe Place outreach, and the Youth Action Board (YAB); and (3) Human trafficking response through a dedicated task force. Cross-cutting programs include the Victim Assistance Training (VAT) volunteer program, community education and presentations, and awareness campaigns (Denim Day, Teal Sand Project, Purple Thursday, Green Light Project). Fundraising and community engagement are supported through signature events (Christmas in July Home Run Derby, 50-Year Celebration Gala), the Adopt-A-Family holiday campaign, and an in-kind clothing closet.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Safe House: Emergency shelter offering up to 21 days of emergency shelter and supportive services for youth ages 12-17 experiencing homelessness, running away or at risk.
• Opportunity House
• The Spot
• Serenity House
• DAWN House

Products and services

• 24-Hour Crisis Helpline A 24/7 crisis telephone line staffed by trained advocates providing immediate emotional support, safety planning, shelter resources, and referrals to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. TTY access is available via 711.
• Youth Crisis Helpline A dedicated 24/7 telephone helpline for youth in crisis ages 12–25, providing immediate intervention, safety planning, and linkages to emergency shelter and supportive services for runaway, homeless, and at-risk youth.
• Safe House (Youth Emergency Shelter) An emergency shelter offering up to 21 days of housing and supportive services for youth ages 12–17 experiencing homelessness, running away, or at risk, providing food, clothing, safety planning, and case management.
• Opportunity House (Transitional Living Program) A shelter and supportive services program providing up to 21 months of housing for youth ages 18–21 and emancipated youth ages 16–17 who are at risk or experiencing homelessness, preparing them for independent living, plus 30 days of emergency shelter for youth ages 22–25.
• Domestic Violence Emergency Shelter (Serenity House and DAWN House) Emergency residential shelter for survivors of domestic violence and their children, offering 24-hour safety, food, clothing, advocacy, and supportive services including case management and safety planning at Serenity House and DAWN House.
• The Spot (Youth Drop-In Center) A drop-in center open Monday through Friday serving youth ages 12–25, offering three meals daily, showers, laundry, a clothing closet, computer lab, case management, and referrals to shelters and other services.
• Clinical Therapy Culturally rooted, trauma-informed clinical therapy services for children, youth, and families, delivered by state-certified counselors trained in EMDR and evidence-based practices, including on-site clinicians dedicated to youth and mental health stabilization.
• Substance Use Prevention and Intervention Counseling Individual and group substance abuse counseling services for youth and families, focusing on prevention, education, harm reduction, treatment, relapse prevention, and recovery support.
• TAY (Transitional Age Youth) Case Management A youth-centered case management program for young people ages 16–25, providing access to basic needs, housing assistance, education and career development support, physical and emotional wellbeing resources, and social connections.
• Sexual Assault Services Free, confidential advocacy and support services for survivors of sexual assault, including crisis intervention, 24-hour hospital response, court accompaniment, and peer counseling, delivered by trained staff and volunteers.
• Human Trafficking Task Force / Services A coordinated task force and comprehensive services for survivors of sex trafficking in San Joaquin County, providing emergency shelter, case management, legal advocacy, counseling, specialized advocacy, and support for family reunification.
• Community Education and Presentations Free educational presentations and workshops offered to schools, colleges, churches, community groups, and organizations covering domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, healthy relationships, and youth safety topics.
• Safe Place A community outreach initiative designating specific locations as safe havens where at-risk youth can seek immediate help and connections to PREVAIL's emergency shelter and support services.
• Youth Action Board (YAB) A youth-led advocacy board whose mission is to be the voice of homeless and at-risk youth, building connections, spreading awareness, and advocating for action to impact youth facing housing disparities.
• Hospital Response and Court Accompaniment 24-hour hospital response team for sexual assault victims providing crisis intervention and advocacy at medical facilities, plus legal advocacy including court accompaniment for restraining order hearings and other proceedings related to domestic violence and sexual assault cases.

Quantifiable outcome

• Served 20,000+ individuals annually across 11 program sites
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• National Runaway Safeline (NRS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNRS is the national coordinator of Youth HOPE (Homeless Outreach, Prevention, and Education) Awareness Month campaign. PREVAIL is a local partner implementing awareness activities and referring youth to NRS crisis services (1-800-RUNAWAY). Collaboration focuses on national awareness campaigns and data sharing on youth homelessness trends.
• Family and Youth Services Bureau (FYSB)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFYSB provides federal support for youth homelessness programs nationally. PREVAIL's youth services align with FYSB's mission to support runaway and homeless youth through prevention, outreach, and intervention services.
• Child Abuse Prevention CouncilminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborated on Light Up the Night Mixer event to raise awareness of youth homelessness. Joint community event at Weberstown Mall bringing together organizations serving youth in San Joaquin County.
• Stanislaus State CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for Light Up the Night Mixer event held at the Stockton Campus (612 E. Magnolia St.). Collaboration supports awareness of youth homelessness and connects college students with community service opportunities.
• El Concilio - Latino Behavioral Health and Recovery ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerReferral partnership for bilingual/bicultural mental health services. El Concilio provides mental health assessments, individual and group counseling in Spanish. PREVAIL refers Hispanic/Latinx survivors who need culturally responsive mental health support beyond PREVAIL's advocacy services.
• San Joaquin County Behavioral Health ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerReferral partner for integrated behavioral health services. PREVAIL connects survivors with county services for mental health support, substance use treatment, and crisis intervention when specialized care is needed.
• San Joaquin County Family Justice CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-located services at the Family Justice Center (222 E. Weber Avenue) providing coordinated services for domestic violence and human trafficking survivors. Partnership enables wraparound support combining PREVAIL advocacy with other justice-related services.
• Michael's Pizza (2300 W. Alpine Ave., Stockton)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal business partner hosting Sexual Assault Awareness Month kickoff events. Donates a percentage of sales during event days to PREVAIL. Hosting Teal Day events in April 2025, 2026 to support survivor services.
• General Hospital (Stockton)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerParticipates in Denim Day awareness campaign alongside PREVAIL and other community partners. Joint awareness efforts for Sexual Assault Awareness Month promoting community solidarity against sexual violence.
• Stockton Police DepartmentcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLaw enforcement partner participating in Home Run Derby community event. Collaboration extends to youth services coordination and community safety initiatives in San Joaquin County.
• San Joaquin County Sheriff's OfficecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSheriff's office participates in Home Run Derby event alongside PREVAIL and other law enforcement agencies. ASALT Task Force has competed in past events. Partnership supports community engagement and awareness of domestic violence services.
• Lodi Police DepartmentminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional law enforcement partner in San Joaquin County. Participates in community events and collaborative efforts to address domestic violence and youth homelessness in the Lodi service area.
• Office of Education (San Joaquin County)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational partner participating in Denim Day and other awareness campaigns. Collaboration on school-based prevention education and awareness programs for students and educators.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Bill Wilson Center: Santa Clara County nonprofit providing youth shelter, counseling, DV/SA services, and runaway/homeless youth programs. Comparable wraparound youth + DV mission.
• Covenant House California: Serves homeless and at-risk youth (12–24) across California with shelter, drop-in services, case management, and trafficking response — directly comparable to PREVAIL's youth service portfolio.
• Family Violence Law Center: Alameda County DV nonprofit providing crisis intervention, legal advocacy, emergency housing, and prevention education. Strong overlap with PREVAIL's advocacy-led service mix.
• STAND! For Families Free of Violence: Contra Costa County nonprofit providing DV shelter, sexual assault advocacy, youth services, and 24/7 crisis lines. Closest operational analog in California nonprofit DV/SA sector.
• Marjaree Mason Center: Fresno County's primary DV/SA/HT provider with emergency shelter, crisis lines, clinical therapy, and court advocacy — closely mirroring PREVAIL's model.
• A Safe Place: Napa County DV/SA nonprofit operating emergency shelter, 24/7 crisis line, counseling, and prevention programs. Comparable scale and service mix to PREVAIL.
• Center for Domestic Peace: Marin County DV/SA nonprofit offering shelter, counseling, legal advocacy, and prevention education — direct operational analog with strong therapy and prevention components.
• Community Overcoming Relationship Abuse (CORA): San Mateo County DV/SA/HT provider with shelter, crisis line, clinical therapy, and youth programs. Same wraparound service delivery model as PREVAIL.
• YWCA San Joaquin County: Provides DV shelter, sexual assault services, and youth programs in the same county. Operates Serenity House and Roses of Red program, directly overlapping with PREVAIL's service portfolio and geography.

Others

• National Runaway Safeline (NRS): National 24/7 crisis line and Youth HOPE awareness coordinator — PREVAIL's existing strategic partner. Comparable as infrastructure backbone for runaway and homeless youth services rather than direct competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/prevailsjv
• Instagraminstagram.com/PREVAILCA
• TikToktiktok.com/@prevail.youth

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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