MCASA

What MCASA does

Maryland Coalition Against Sexual Assault, Inc. (MCASA), founded in 1982, is the federally recognized state sexual assault coalition for Maryland. The organization is structured as a coalition whose core membership consists of 17 rape crisis and recovery centers operating county-level direct services across the state. MCASA's service portfolio spans crisis intervention, counseling, hospital accompaniment, professional training, legislative advocacy, and forensic exam coordination, supplemented by dedicated programs including the Sexual Assault Legal Institute (SALI) for free statewide legal services, the Sexual Assault Forensic Exam (SAFE) program at 24+ designated hospitals, the Maryland Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (SAKI) for evidence kit testing, the College Consortium for campus prevention, and the Maryland Women of Color Network.

MCASA's underlying technology stack is not technology-based: the organization delivers services through human-staffed hotlines (1-800-983-7273), in-person advocacy, paper and digital publications (Frontline newsletter, SALI Law Manual, brochures), a website (mcasa.org), and a six-platform social media presence. There are no proprietary software products, AI/ML systems, or technology platform components disclosed. Service delivery is multi-lingual, including Spanish plus interpretation for 140+ languages.

The business model is a non-profit funding mix dominated by government grants (Office on Violence Against Women, Governor's Office of Crime Prevention and Policy, Maryland Department of Health, Maryland Legal Services Corporation, U.S. Department of Justice) with secondary revenue from corporate/foundation donations, individual donations, and modest membership dues ($25-$300/year). All direct services to survivors are free of charge. Go-to-market combines community-led coalition coordination with direct-to-consumer survivor outreach through a 24-hour statewide hotline and partner referrals. MCASA reports cumulative outputs of more than 6,000 SALI clients served, 850+ trainings delivered, and 170+ legislative bills supported since 2015.

Name

MCASA

Legal name

Maryland Coalition Against Sexual Assault, Inc.

Website

https://mcasa.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

MCASA is the federally recognized Maryland state sexual assault coalition, operating a network of 17 rape crisis centers and providing free statewide survivor services including crisis intervention, legal advocacy through SALI, forensic exam coordination, professional training, and legislative advocacy.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sexual Assault Survivor Services

NAICS

Human Rights Organizations (813311)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Legal Services (8111)

akta.pro primary industry

Protection, Child Protection & Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Response (BPAGAAAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Legal Aid & Client Advocacy Services (BPAGAEAM)

Keywords

• Sexual assault services
• Rape crisis centers
• Survivor advocacy
• Legal aid services
• Professional training

Headquarters

HQ city

Silver Spring

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Others, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Government Grants: Primary funding from federal and state government agencies including the Office on Violence Against Women, U.S. Department of Justice, Governor's Office of Crime Prevention and Policy, Maryland Department of Health, and Maryland Legal Services Corporation.
2. Corporate and Foundation Donations: Funding from corporations, foundations, and community organizations committed to ending sexual violence.
3. Individual Donations: Tax-deductible donations from individuals supporting survivor services and advocacy efforts.
4. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees from individuals ($25-$100/year) and organizations ($200-$300/year based on budget), providing networking, publications, and conference discounts.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

MCASA is the federally recognized state sexual assault coalition for Maryland, providing direct survivor services (24-hour crisis hotline, counseling, hospital and court accompaniment), free legal services through the Sexual Assault Legal Institute (SALI), Sexual Assault Forensic Exam (SAFE) program coordination across designated hospitals, professional training for healthcare/law enforcement/legal professionals, and public-policy advocacy in Annapolis.

Product overview

MCASA operates as a coalition of 17 rape crisis and recovery centers offering survivor-centered services, rather than a technology product company. The organization provides a portfolio of direct service programs including the Sexual Assault Legal Institute (SALI) for legal advocacy, SAFE Program Coordination for forensic exam services, the Maryland Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (SAKI) for evidence kit testing, and Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) coordination. Supporting programs include the SAVAT Training Series for advocate education, the MCASA on the Go podcast, Frontline newsletter, Maryland Women of Color Network, and College Consortium. A statewide helpline (1-800-983-7273) provides information and referral services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Sexual Assault Legal Institute (SALI) Provides comprehensive free legal services to survivors of sexual violence statewide in Maryland, including criminal justice advocacy, civil legal matters, peace and protective orders, and safety planning. Also offers technical assistance and training for attorneys, rape crisis center staff and volunteers, and other professionals.
• Sexual Assault Forensic Exam (SAFE) Program Coordination Coordinates SAFE programs across 24+ designated Maryland hospitals, linking specially trained healthcare providers to promote consistency and high standards in evidence collection, medical care, and HIV consultation for sexual assault survivors. Exams are provided free of charge regardless of police involvement.
• Maryland Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (SAKI)
• Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) Initiative
• Statewide Sexual Assault Information and Referral Helpline
• SAVAT Training Series
• MCASA on the Go Podcast
• Frontline Newsletter
• Maryland Women of Color Network MCASA program focused on breaking down barriers to service delivery and influencing meaningful change for women of color who are survivors of sexual violence through workshops, community activities, and research.
• College Consortium
• Rape Crisis and Recovery Centers Network

Quantifiable outcome

• Served more than 6,000 SALI clients since inception
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

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

• Maryland Hospital AssociationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative partner supporting SAFE (Sexual Assault Forensic Exam) programs at 24+ hospitals statewide and nPEP guidelines development.
• College ConsortiumcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStatewide network of college staff working collectively to prevent violence and respond to victim-survivor needs on Maryland campuses. Provides free training, roundtables, and policy review for member institutions.
• Maryland Women of Color NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMCASA program focused on breaking down barriers to service delivery and influencing meaningful change for women of color who are survivors, through workshops, community activities, and research.
• RISEMD (Reducing Intimate Partner Violence and Sexual Assault Every Day in Maryland)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStatewide alliance coordinated by Maryland Department of Health addressing prevention of sexual violence, intimate partner violence, stalking, and child sexual abuse through collaboration, coordination, evaluation, and education.
• NARAL Pro-Choice MarylandminorGTM or Marketing PartnerReproductive rights organization collaborating on abortion access resources for rape survivors.
• Just Detention InternationalminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHealth and human rights organization addressing sexual abuse in detention; MCASA refers incarcerated survivors for additional support resources.
• National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerNational organization providing information and resources on sexual violence; MCASA participates in national public policy updates.
• National Alliance to End Sexual ViolenceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNational coalition for policy advocacy on violence against women; MCASA engages in national public policy updates.
• 17 Rape Crisis and Recovery CenterscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCore membership coalition providing direct services to survivors including crisis intervention, counseling, advocacy, and accompaniment across all Maryland counties.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network): Largest national anti-sexual violence organization operating the National Sexual Assault Hotline — comparable to MCASA's 24-hour hotline service but at a national scale with broader brand recognition.
• National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC): National resource hub providing information, training, and research on sexual violence prevention — comparable to MCASA's training and resource distribution function but at a national scale.
• National Alliance to End Sexual Violence (NAESV): National policy advocacy organization for state sexual assault coalitions including MCASA — functions as MCASA's national umbrella and federal-level lobbying counterpart, providing broader policy context than any single state coalition.

Emerging players

• Just Detention International: Health and human rights organization addressing sexual abuse in detention — explicitly listed as a referral partner for MCASA's incarcerated survivor services, representing a narrow but adjacent focus area.

Direct peers

• Texas Association Against Sexual Assault (TAASA): Texas state sexual assault coalition providing training, advocacy, and member services to rape crisis centers statewide — directly comparable state-level coalition to MCASA.
• Pennsylvania Coalition Against Rape (PCAR): Federally recognized state sexual assault coalition in Pennsylvania operating a parallel model of member rape crisis centers, statewide training, legal services, and public policy advocacy — directly comparable to MCASA's structure and mission.
• California Coalition Against Sexual Assault (CALCASA): California's federally recognized state sexual assault coalition providing member training, technical assistance, and public policy advocacy — functionally equivalent to MCASA at a larger scale.
• New York State Coalition Against Sexual Assault (NYSCASA): New York's state sexual assault coalition providing training, advocacy, and member rape crisis program support — directly comparable to MCASA's mission and coalition structure.
• Illinois Coalition Against Sexual Assault (ICASA): Statewide sexual assault coalition in Illinois with member agencies delivering crisis intervention, training, and policy advocacy — operating a coalition model structurally similar to MCASA's 17-center membership approach.

Regional players

• Washington Coalition of Sexual Assault Programs (WCSAP): Washington state's sexual assault coalition providing training, technical assistance, and member services to rape crisis centers — structurally identical to MCASA but operating in a different state.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCHyVWmgoBJYs0r1eVZf42mQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/mcasaorg
• Instagraminstagram.com/mcasaorg

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Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

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