Northwest Neighbors Village

What Northwest Neighbors Village does

Northwest Neighbors Village (NNV) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2009 that operates a "Village" model supporting older adults to age in place across eight neighborhoods in Northwest Washington, DC: American University Park, Barnaby Woods, Chevy Chase, Forest Hills, Friendship Heights, Hawthorne, Tenleytown, and Van Ness. The organization delivers its services through a paid staff of three supplemented by approximately 150 volunteers, providing nearly 1,500 transportation rides per year plus short-term social work case management, tech support, friendly visits, grocery shopping, home repairs, and a calendar of social, educational, and wellness programs (Virtual Speakers Series, Know Your Options, gentle yoga, book clubs, museum tours). The core product is Full Membership at $600/year (individual) or $900/year (household), with income-based fee waivers for neighbors earning ≤$45K/$55K; a Supporting Membership at $250/$300 grants program access without volunteer services.

NNV's revenue model is a diversified nonprofit mix: membership fees, individual donations (monthly sustainers at $10-$50+ and one-time gifts), government grants (notably pass-through funding from the DC Department of Aging & Community Living, which allocates ~$1M annually across 13 DC Villages), foundation grants, special-event fundraising (including an inaugural 2025 golf tournament), and a Legacy Society for planned giving. GTM is community-led — prospective members submit inquiry forms or call the office, followed by informal staff conversations — and relies on word-of-mouth, weekly email updates, social media (Facebook, Vimeo), local ANC partnerships, and affiliations with the DC Villages Collaborative, WAVE, and the national Villages to Villages Network. The organization has no proprietary technology platform; service delivery is volunteer-coordinated and in-person or Zoom-based. NNV operates under a 2024-2028 Strategic Plan, moved to a larger space at Chevy Chase Presbyterian Church in March 2026, and in 2026 expanded its partnership footprint to include Friendship Place and the Capital Area Food Bank.

Name

Northwest Neighbors Village

Legal name

Northwest Neighbors Village, Inc.

Website

https://nnvdc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Northwest Neighbors Village is a Washington, DC 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2009 that helps older adults in eight Northwest DC neighborhoods age in place through volunteer-provided rides, case management, and social programs, serving ~300 members with ~150 volunteers and a three-person staff.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Senior Services and Aging in Place Support

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (62412)

SIC

Services-Nursing & Personal Care Facilities (8050)

akta.pro primary industry

Community Centers & Neighborhood Support Services (BPAGAEAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Senior Social Clubs & Community-Based Day Programs (Non-Clinical) (HSABANAK), Independent Living with Supportive Services (Light ADL/IADL Support) (HLADAAAE)

Keywords

• Aging in place services
• Senior volunteer programs
• Community village model
• Older adult support
• Nonprofit social services

Headquarters

HQ city

Washington

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, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Annual membership fees from Full and Supporting members provide recurring revenue. Full Membership is $600/year individual, $900/year household. Supporting Membership is $250/year individual, $300/year household.
2. Individual Donations: Direct contributions from individuals, including monthly sustainers, one-time gifts, and honorary/memorial donations. Tax-deductible under 501(c)(3).
3. Government Grants: Funding from DC Department of Aging & Community Living (DACL), which provides approximately $1 million annually to support DC Villages. Also supported by other government programs.
4. Foundation Grants: Support from public and private family, community, and corporate foundations to fund essential services and programs.
5. Special Events: Annual events including 'Tickets for a Cause', inaugural golf tournament ($125 individual, $450 foursome), and other fundraising events.
6. Planned Giving (Legacy Society): Bequests and legacy gifts including Qualified Charitable Distributions from IRAs (up to $111,000/year per individual), donor-advised fund grants, stock donations, and vehicle donations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Northwest Neighbors Village is a member-driven nonprofit that provides volunteer services and social/wellness programs to older adults in eight Northwest Washington, DC neighborhoods to help them age in place. Members pay annual dues to access volunteer transportation, tech support, friendly visits, grocery assistance, short-term social work case management, plus social and educational programming.

Product overview

Northwest Neighbors Village is a member-driven community organization offering a coordinated suite of services for older adults in Northwest Washington, DC. The core offerings include Full Membership ($600/year) providing volunteer services and programs, and Supporting Membership ($250/year) for donors who want to participate without receiving services. Programs include the Virtual Speakers Series, Know Your Options educational series, gentle yoga, book clubs, and social gatherings. Volunteer services encompass transportation (nearly 1,500 rides annually), tech support, friendly visits, grocery shopping, and simple home repairs. Three working groups (Village Engagement, Diversity & Inclusion, Fundraising) support the organization's mission. All programs are designed to help older adults age in place and remain connected to their community.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Full Membership Comprehensive membership for older adults living in NNV's service area providing volunteer services (rides, tech help, friendly visits, grocery shopping), short-term social work case management, access to social and wellness programs, and vendor referrals. $600/year individual or $900/year household.
• Supporting Membership Membership for neighbors and donors who wish to support NNV's mission and participate in social, educational, and wellness programming without receiving volunteer services. $250/year individual or $300/year household. Fully tax-deductible.
• Volunteer Transportation Services Volunteer-provided transportation to medical appointments, social events, grocery shopping, and places of worship, providing nearly 1,500 rides per year for members.
• Tech Support Services Volunteer assistance with computer and smartphone support to help older adults stay connected and safe online.
• Friendly Visits Social visits from volunteers providing companionship, typically lasting about an hour with casual chats or neighborhood walks.
• Short-Term Social Work Case Management Short-term professional social work case management included with Full Membership to support members during medical emergencies or major life transitions.
• Virtual Speakers Series Free virtual speaker series featuring engaging talks from local experts designed to inform and inspire older adults on various topics, available via Zoom with video archives on Vimeo.
• Know Your Options Monthly in-person informational programs providing guidance on navigating aging-related services and providers, covering estate planning, housing transitions, and community resources.

Quantifiable outcome

• Nearly 1,500 rides provided per year enabling access to medical care, groceries, and social activities
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered expansion, core and minor.

• Friendship PlaceexpansionStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Partnership starting in 2026 to provide volunteer services to formerly unhoused older adults, expanding NNV's reach and impact.
• Capital Area Food BankexpansionStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Partnership starting in 2026 to assist with monthly food distribution at Regency House, addressing food security among older adults.
• DC Villages CollaborativecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDC Villages Collaborative is the umbrella organization for 13 Villages in DC. NNV works closely with DCVC on advocacy efforts to strengthen services for older adults citywide, including testifying before City Council and participating in joint initiatives.
• Washington Area Villages Exchange (WAVE)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWAVE is the regional network for Villages in the Washington area. NNV participates in WAVE activities, shares best practices, and collaborates on initiatives like the Nationals Park Older Americans Month event.
• Villages to Villages (VtV) NetworkminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational network connecting Villages across the country for shared learning and resources.
• DC Department of Aging & Community Living (DACL)coreOthersGovernment agency providing approximately $1 million annually to support DC Villages. DACL is the Ward 3 Lead Agency for aging services.
• Iona Senior ServicescoreOthersThe Ward 3 Lead Agency for DACL, providing information, referral, and case management services. NNV refers members to Iona for services beyond volunteer scope.
• Advisory Neighborhood Commissions (ANC 3E, 3F, 3/4G)minorOthersLocal government bodies representing AU Park/Tenleytown (3E), Van Ness/North Cleveland Park (3F), and Chevy Chase (3/4G) areas within NNV's service territory.
• Chevy Chase Presbyterian ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNNV's new location as of March 2026, providing office space and meeting rooms for programs and gatherings.
• Van Derhoof Physical TherapyminorOthersPhysical therapy provider that has presented virtually to NNV members on topics like urinary incontinence and back pain, with member referrals resulting.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• AARP: National advocacy and service organization for older adults. Operates a far broader portfolio (advocacy, insurance, fraud-prevention) but addresses the same aging-in-place and social-isolation needs at scale; Lisa Gore (NNV board) previously partnered AARP with HUD OIG on senior fraud initiatives.
• Iona Senior Services: DC's Ward 3 lead agency for aging services and a direct NNV referral partner. Provides case management, information & referral, and a broader suite of aging programs that overlap NNV's case-management and social-program functions at a larger scale.

Others

• Washington Area Villages Exchange (WAVE): The regional umbrella network for DC-area Villages, of which NNV is an active member. Functions as a peer support and advocacy network rather than a service competitor.

Emerging players

• Capital Area Food Bank: NNV's announced 2026 partner providing monthly food distribution at Regency House. Comparable as a community-resource provider addressing senior food insecurity, with overlap in target population but distinct service model.

Direct peers

• Capitol Hill Village: A sister DC Village in the DC Villages Collaborative serving older adults on Capitol Hill with the same membership-plus-volunteer-service Village model. Directly comparable in mission, structure, and funding pathways to NNV.
• Community Without Walls: A Montgomery County, MD Village-style organization serving older adults with volunteer services and social programs — comparable neighborhood-membership model serving the suburban DC market adjacent to NNV's footprint.
• Beacon Hill Village: The original "Village" model organization founded in Boston in 2002 that inspired the national Villages movement. Directly comparable in membership, volunteer services, and aging-in-place mission.
• Dupont Circle Village: Another DC Village serving central DC older adults through membership, volunteer services, and programs. Operates the same Village-to-Village model within the DC Villages Collaborative.
• Friendship Heights Village: A Northwest-DC-area Village serving older adults in the Friendship Heights/Chevy Chase corridor — partially overlapping NNV's service territory — using the same Village membership model.

Regional players

• Suburban Maryland Village Network: A regional network of Villages in suburban Maryland using the same aging-in-place model. Comparable in mission and structure but operates in a different geography from NNV's Northwest DC service area.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubevimeo.com/nnvdc
• Facebookfacebook.com/nnvdc
• Xx.com/nnvillage

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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