Woodhaven

What Woodhaven does

Woodhaven is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered at 1405 Hathman Place, Columbia, Missouri, founded in 1964 and operating under the tagline "Embracing All Abilities." It serves individuals with developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, and neurodiverse conditions across mid-Missouri through person-centered support models. The organization delivers services through five core programs: Residential Services (safe homes with personalized care), Community Connections (social engagement and integration), Community Employment Services (vocational training and job placement), EnCircle (a young-adult transition program with a dedicated EnCircle Technologies track that uses virtual reality and biofeedback for employment preparation), and an Aging and Medical Support Program for older adults with disabilities. Individual Support Plans (ISPs) anchor the service model and are built collaboratively with individuals, families, and caregivers.

Woodhaven's business model is donation- and grant-driven rather than fee-for-service. Revenue streams include recurring and one-time online donations, vehicle donations, in-kind gift contributions, gift card drives, special events (Golf Invitational, 12 Bars of Christmas, Zombie Pub Crawl, Trunk or Treat), and the Missouri Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) state tax credit. The organization does not publicly disclose service pricing; government/Medicaid waiver reimbursement likely underwrites the bulk of direct service delivery. The go-to-market model is direct service delivery via applications and referrals, supported by community partnerships, word-of-mouth, and partnerships with schools and healthcare providers.

Technically, Woodhaven is a service-delivery organization rather than a software platform. Its proprietary features are concentrated in the EnCircle Technologies program, which pairs virtual reality and biofeedback with domain-specialized instruction for young adults on the autism spectrum. No patents, software APIs, or third-party technology integrations are disclosed in source data. The organization is governed by an in-house leadership team headed by CEO Dan Soliday, with no parent company, PE backing, or institutional investment identified. Footprint is regional (Columbia, MO and surrounding mid-Missouri), and the stated scale is 251-500 employees.

Name

Woodhaven

Legal name

Woodhaven

Website

https://woodhaventeam.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1964

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Woodhaven is a Columbia, Missouri-based nonprofit founded in 1964 that provides residential, community, employment, and aging support services for individuals with developmental disabilities and autism across mid-Missouri.

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 (624310)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Disability Services & Independent Living Support (BPAGACAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Disability Services & Independent Living Support (BPAGAEAG), Disability Services & Assistive Solutions (Accessibility, Assistive Tech) (BPAGALAM)

Keywords

• Disability support services
• Residential care services
• Community employment services
• Autism support programs
• Nonprofit disability services

Headquarters

HQ city

Columbia

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: The organization relies on public donations through its website donation portal, accepting both one-time and recurring contributions. Donations support programs, residential services, and camp experiences for individuals with disabilities.
2. Special Events and Fundraising: Annual events including Golf Invitational, 12 Bars of Christmas, Zombie Pub Crawl, and Trunk or Treat generate revenue while raising community awareness.
3. Car and Vehicle Donations: Accepts vehicle donations regardless of condition, converting non-running vehicles into support for individuals with disabilities.
4. In-Kind Gifts and Wish List Items: Accepts gift cards, wish list items, paper supplies, and other in-kind donations that support daily operations and quality of life for residents.
5. Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) Tax Credit: Missouri state tax credit program allowing donors to receive state tax credits for contributions to the organization.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels13 records

Core offering

Woodhaven provides person-centered disability services for individuals with developmental disabilities, autism, and neurodiverse conditions, including residential care, community living support, community employment services, and the EnCircle program for young adults. The organization also operates aging and medical support services, individualized support planning, summer camp partnerships, and disability advocacy.

Product overview

Woodhaven is a nonprofit organization providing comprehensive disability services in Columbia, Missouri. The organization operates as a service provider rather than a software product company, offering multiple interconnected programs including Residential Services (safe, nurturing home environments), Community Connections Programs (social engagement opportunities), Community Employment Services (vocational support and job placement), and EnCircle (a flagship program for young adults offering classes, tech training via EnCircle Technologies, and employment preparation). Additional services include an Aging and Medical Support Program for long-term care, Individual Support Plans (ISPs) for personalized care roadmaps, and advocacy programs for disability rights. The organization also facilitates summer camp partnerships and volunteer opportunities. All programs operate under the tagline 'Embracing All Abilities' with a mission to empower individuals with disabilities to live independently and participate fully in their communities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Residential Services Provides safe and nurturing homes for individuals with disabilities, offering personalized care and guidance tailored to unique needs and preferences to encourage independence and personal growth.
• Community Connections Programs Programs focused on learning and growing together, providing opportunities for social engagement and community integration for individuals with disabilities.
• Community Employment Services Services helping individuals with disabilities develop employment skills, find jobs, and maintain meaningful employment in their communities.
• EnCircle A program offering classes to middle school through young adults to help prepare for independent living, using a unique blend of services that fill gaps in the disability services structure. Includes EnCircle Technologies for tech training and employment opportunities.
• Aging and Medical Support Program Long-term supports for aging adults with disabilities, focusing on helping individuals age in place with accessible housing and community engagement.
• Summer Programs (Wonderland Camp Partnership) Partnership with Wonderland Camp at Lake of the Ozarks providing fully accessible summer camp experiences for individuals with disabilities. Woodhaven raises funds year-round to cover the approximately $1,000 per person cost.

Quantifiable outcome

• Individual Support Plans (ISPs) are regularly reviewed and adjusted based on individual needs and aspirations
• +1 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and secondary.

• Wonderland CampcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to send individuals with disabilities to Wonderland Camp at Lake of the Ozarks, a fully accessible summer camp welcoming campers of all ages and abilities. The camp provides opportunities for connection, adventure, and confidence-building in a safe, supportive environment. Woodhaven raises funds year-round to cover the approximately $1,000 per person cost.
• Point View ResortsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Point View Resort in Camdenton, MO (Lake of the Ozarks) providing lakefront retreat experiences for individuals with disabilities including boating, fishing, and nature activities. The resort has created a welcoming, inclusive space for Woodhaven individuals.
• Lakeside AshlandsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Lakeside Ashland, a local drive-in style movie theater in Ashland, MO. The theater provides passes for individuals with disabilities to enjoy movies throughout the year, particularly during summer months, supporting community integration.
• Midwest Special Needs Trust (MSNT)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Midwest Special Needs Trust for professional trustee services ensuring proper management of special needs trusts for individuals with disabilities. MSNT provides objective, third-party oversight protecting beneficiaries from exploitation and mismanagement while maintaining eligibility for public benefits.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Aspiranet: California-based nonprofit providing residential, community, employment, and behavioral health services for individuals with developmental disabilities and other complex needs across the lifespan.
• Judson Center: Michigan-based nonprofit serving children, adults, and families with developmental disabilities, autism, and behavioral health needs through residential, vocational, and community programs — comparable lifespan service model.
• Hope Network: Michigan-based nonprofit providing residential, community living, employment, and behavioral health services for individuals with disabilities. Comparable in integrated lifespan service model and direct-support staffing structure.
• St. Louis Arc: Regional Missouri nonprofit serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through residential, community living, employment, and family support services — highly comparable in service mix and regional focus.
• Keshet: Illinois-based nonprofit supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through residential, educational, vocational, and community programs — directly comparable in scope and population served.
• Melmark: Multi-state nonprofit providing residential, educational, and clinical services for individuals with autism and intellectual/developmental disabilities, with an emphasis on evidence-based and technology-supported interventions.
• JARC: Michigan-based nonprofit serving people with developmental disabilities through residential homes, community engagement, and vocational programs — directly analogous in program mix and nonprofit operating model.

Broad incumbents

• The Arc of the United States: National advocacy and direct-service organization for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, with affiliated local chapters delivering residential, community, and employment supports comparable to Woodhaven's model.
• Dungarvin: National for-profit provider of residential, day, and employment services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities — comparable service model but operates as a multi-state enterprise rather than community nonprofit.
• Easterseals: National nonprofit providing disability and autism services including residential, employment, and community living programs. Comparable in mission and service breadth, but operates at far greater geographic scale than Woodhaven's regional footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/woodhaventeam
• Facebookfacebook.com/woodhaventeam
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/woodhaven
• Instagraminstagram.com/woodhaventeam

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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