Mutual Ground

What Mutual Ground does

Mutual Ground Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit social services organization incorporated in 1975 and headquartered at 418 Oak Avenue, Aurora, Illinois, serving Kane and Kendall Counties. It delivers a comprehensive continuum of care for individuals and families impacted by domestic violence, sexual violence, and substance use, including 24-hour crisis hotlines (separate domestic and sexual violence lines), emergency residential shelter, adult and family counseling (individual, group, and family), medical advocacy in hospital emergency rooms, legal advocacy at the Kane and Kendall County Courthouses for protective orders, school-based prevention education (reaching 68,848 students in the last fiscal year), substance use treatment and recovery programs, and parenting support including an 8-week Nurturing Families Program.

The organization's underlying technology footprint is modest and operationally focused: a website with a Recite Me accessibility toolbar enabling screen-reader support and translation in 100+ languages, and the Bloomerang platform for volunteer management and scheduling. Core service delivery is in-person across six physical locations (Aurora HQ and substance use campus, Batavia, Yorkville counseling and courthouse offices, and St. Charles legal advocacy), supplemented by telehealth and a third-party hotline chat integration. Mutual Ground also functions as a state-approved training site, offering an ICDVP/ICASA-approved 60-Hour Domestic & Sexual Violence Certification, IDFPR-licensed continuing education for salon professionals, and specialized trainings for medical, legal, and community professionals.

The business model is a hybrid nonprofit revenue structure. Direct client services (shelter, counseling, advocacy) are provided free of charge and funded primarily through individual donations, corporate sponsorships (Amethyst $250 to Diamond $10,000 tiers), planned giving and estate gifts, and presumed federal/state government grants for victim services. A smaller professional services revenue stream comes from paid training programs ($350 per 60-hour certification, salon CE fees), peer-to-peer fundraising at the annual Walk for Hope (18th annual in 2026), the Honor HER campaign, Winter Wonderland Shoppe, and a Cars of Hope vehicle-donation program. The organization employs 11-50 staff and is governed by an independent board of directors with no parent company or equity ownership.

Name

Mutual Ground

Legal name

Mutual Ground Inc.

Website

https://mutualground.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1975

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Mutual Ground is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving Kane and Kendall Counties in Illinois with crisis hotlines, emergency shelter, counseling, legal and medical advocacy, prevention education, and certified training for survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, and substance use.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Social Services - Domestic and Sexual Violence Support

NAICS

Temporary Shelters (624221), Community Housing Services (62422), Residential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities (623220), Other Residential Care Facilities (6239)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro primary industry

Domestic Violence & Abuse Support Services (BPAGAEAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Youth Housing, Foster Care & Wraparound Support (Education-Linked) Nonprofits (BPAGADAO), Crisis Response & Threat Assessment (Suicide Prevention, Violence Prevention) (EDAJAIAH)

Keywords

• Domestic violence services
• Sexual violence support
• Substance use treatment
• Crisis intervention services
• Victim advocacy training

Headquarters

HQ city

Aurora

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: Tax-deductible donations from individuals supporting the organization's mission to provide services for individuals impacted by domestic violence, sexual violence, or substance use.
2. Corporate Sponsorships: Annual sponsorship program supporting both major fundraising events (Walk for Hope and Gala) with various sponsorship levels from Amethyst ($250) to Diamond ($10,000).
3. Event Fundraising: Revenue from fundraising events including Walk for Hope and Annual Gala, with peer-to-peer fundraising capabilities and corporate sponsorships.
4. Training Fees: Fees for 60-Hour Domestic & Sexual Violence Certification training ($350 per participant), with discounted rates for volunteers. Also offers continuing education for salon professionals.
5. Planned Giving and Estate Gifts: Planned giving options including bequests in wills, gifts of life insurance, securities donations, and retirement plan assets designated as beneficiaries.
6. Government Grants: Federal tax ID 36-2921680 indicates 501(c)(3) status; organization likely receives government grants for victim services and prevention programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels8 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Mutual Ground provides a comprehensive continuum of free crisis, shelter, counseling, and advocacy services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, and substance use in Kane and Kendall Counties. The organization also delivers school-based prevention education, professional certification training (including the 60-Hour Domestic & Sexual Violence Certification), and operates 24-hour crisis hotlines with in-person and telehealth delivery channels.

Product overview

Mutual Ground is a nonprofit social services organization offering a comprehensive suite of programs for individuals and families impacted by domestic violence, sexual violence, and substance use. The organization operates 24-hour crisis hotlines and provides direct services including medical advocacy, legal advocacy, residential shelter, adult and family counseling, and prevention education. Mutual Ground serves as an ICDVP and ICASA-approved training site offering the 60-Hour Domestic & Sexual Violence Certification and specialized professional trainings. Additional programs include parenting support services, community events such as the annual Walk for Hope and Winter Wonderland Shoppe, volunteer programs with both Direct Service and Ambassador tracks, and a Student Advisory Board for high school students. All services focus on safety, trauma recovery, empowerment, and breaking the cycle of violence.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 24-Hour Crisis Hotline Services
• Medical Advocacy Services
• Legal Advocacy Services
• Residential Services
• Adult Counseling Services
• Family Services
• Prevention Education Programs
• Parenting Support Services
• 60-Hour Domestic & Sexual Violence Certification
• Specialized Trainings
• Salon Professionals Continuing Education

Quantifiable outcome

• 12,775 nights of shelter provided to 228 individuals (126 adults, 102 children) in one fiscal year
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers9 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

Feature2 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Cars of HopecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for vehicle donations. Donated cars are evaluated, repaired if cost-effective, or sold at auction with proceeds supporting car repairs for clients in need of transportation. Additional funds support Mutual Ground operations.
• Bloomerang VolunteercoreTechnology or IntegrationVolunteer management platform used for volunteer applications, scheduling, and coordination. Both Ambassador and Direct Service volunteers must sign up through Bloomerang.
• Meadowvale Inc.minorGTM or Marketing PartnerRuby sponsor for Walk for Hope 2026, contributing financial support for the annual fundraising event.
• ONE (Ocean Network Express)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerRuby sponsor for Walk for Hope 2026, contributing financial support for the annual fundraising event.
• Green State Credit UnionminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEmerald sponsor for Walk for Hope 2026.
• Molly MaidminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEmerald sponsor for Walk for Hope 2026.
• WCC (Waubonsee Community College)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerEmerald sponsor for Walk for Hope 2026. Historical significance as founding meeting location for Women's Development Council in 1974.
• GMC Coffman Truck SalesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSapphire sponsor for Walk for Hope 2026.
• ComcastminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSapphire sponsor for Walk for Hope 2026.
• Orchard Road Animal HospitalminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSapphire sponsor for Walk for Hope 2026.
• WeldstarminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSapphire sponsor for Walk for Hope 2026.
• Kane County Sheriff's OfficeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOpal sponsor for Walk for Hope 2026.
• Village of North AuroraminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAmethyst sponsor for Walk for Hope 2026.
• Kendall County State's Attorney's OfficecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKey stakeholder in Kendall County Domestic Violence Response Team (DVRT), providing prosecution and case presentation in criminal court against domestic violence offenders.
• Kendall County Sheriff's Office DetectivecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInvestigative partner in Kendall County DVRT, gathering evidence to inform prosecution of domestic violence crimes.
• Kendall County Health DepartmentcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity resource provider within DVRT, connecting victims to housing, utility assistance, counseling, and other support services.
• Batavia Police DepartmentminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerParticipated in summer camp program, demonstrating community partnership in supporting youth affected by violence.
• Rush Copley Medical CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNurses from Rush Copley volunteered to refresh and sanitize Mutual Ground's kitchen and family room facilities.

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Sarah's Inn: Oak Park, IL nonprofit providing domestic violence shelter, counseling, and community education. Comparable integrated service model in suburban Illinois.
• Between Friends: Chicago-based nonprofit delivering counseling, court advocacy, and prevention education for domestic violence survivors. Comparable service model and Illinois base.
• Resilience (formerly A Safe Place): Lake County, IL nonprofit offering domestic violence shelter, counseling, legal advocacy, and prevention education. Direct comparable in scope and Illinois geography.
• Turning Point, Inc. Midwest-based nonprofit offering domestic violence and sexual assault shelter, advocacy, and counseling services. Comparable integrated DV/SA service delivery and survivor support model.
• Apna Ghar: Chicago-based nonprofit offering shelter, counseling, and advocacy for domestic and sexual violence survivors with cultural-community specialization. Comparable Illinois footprint and DV/SA service model.
• WINGS Program: Chicago-area nonprofit providing emergency shelter, counseling, and advocacy for domestic violence survivors. Most directly comparable to Mutual Ground in service mix, Illinois footprint, and target population.

Broad incumbents

• Safe Horizon: New York City-based nonprofit providing domestic violence, sexual assault, and crime victim services including shelter, hotlines, and court advocacy. Comparable integrated DV/SA service delivery at much larger scale.
• RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network): National nonprofit operating the National Sexual Assault Hotline and coordinating a network of local sexual assault service providers. Comparable sexual-violence mission but operates as a national umbrella rather than direct service provider.
• YWCA Metropolitan Chicago: Large regional YWCA affiliate providing domestic violence, sexual assault, and economic empowerment services across the Chicago metro. Comparable DV/SA services but operates at much larger scale with broader programming.
• National Domestic Violence Hotline: National 24-hour crisis hotline and resource hub for domestic violence survivors. Comparable hotline/advocacy function but operates nationally with federal backing rather than as a local service provider.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/mutualground
• Xx.com/mutualground
• Facebookfacebook.com/mutualground
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/mutual-ground

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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