Shepherd's Door

Name

Shepherd's Door

Legal name

Shepherd's Door Domestic Violence Resource Center

Website

https://shepherddoor.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Domestic Violence Support Services

NAICS

Child and Youth Services (62411)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Domestic Violence & Abuse Support Services (BPAGAEAD)

Keywords

• Domestic violence services
• Batterers intervention program
• Trauma-informed counseling
• Victim advocacy support
• Survivor empowerment programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Pasadena

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, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: Tax-deductible donations from individuals, corporations, and foundations. Donations of $25.00 or more are tax deductible. EIN: 91-2077919. Multiple giving options including online (PayPal), mail, phone, employer matching, and AmazonSmile.
2. Training Program Fees: 40-hour domestic violence advocate training at $300 per person. Discount pricing available for non-profit organizations with 8+ staff and college students in social work/psychology programs.
3. Educational Products Sales: Sale of books and workbooks including 'Healthy vs. Un-Healthy Relationships' ($10), 'My Affirmation Journal' ($10), 'My Boundaries, My Rules' ($19.99), and 'Crush the Cycle' workbook ($19.99).
4. Planned Giving and Estate Donations: Bequests, IRA donations, life insurance, and trust donations. Free estate planning services provided to California residents leaving $5,000+ gifts.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Shepherd's Door is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit domestic violence resource center providing comprehensive wrap-around services including victim counseling and advocacy, shelter placement, a court-approved 52-Week Batterers Intervention Program, mental health services, healing art therapy, financial literacy, and youth peer-to-peer trauma-informed training. The organization also delivers state-approved 40-hour domestic violence training ($300 per person) and teen dating violence workshops in schools, and retails educational workbooks and journals online.

Product overview

Shepherd's Door is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization offering a comprehensive suite of domestic violence support services rather than a unified software product. The core service portfolio centers on Victim Services (peer counseling, advocacy, shelter placement, case management) and the 52-Week Batterers Intervention Program, supplemented by Mental Health Services (therapy, meditation), Healing Art Program (art therapy), Financial Literacy Program, and Youth Peer-to-Peer Trauma-Informed Training. Educational offerings include Teen Dating Violence Awareness workshops and the State-approved 40-Hour Domestic Violence Advocate Training. The organization also sells educational products including the 'Healthy vs. Un-Healthy Relationships' workbook/journal, 'My Affirmation Journal,' 'Crush the Cycle' middle school workbook, and 'My Boundaries, My Rules' high school workbook. Additionally, they provide Safety Planning Resources and Domestic Violence Education/Awareness Resources as informational materials. All services are delivered through in-person programming, workshops, and their website platform, with no technical API or AI capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Victim Services Comprehensive support services for domestic violence victims including peer counseling, advocacy, self-care and empowerment support groups, shelter placement, case management, and housing needs assessment. Staff are trained as Domestic Violence Counselors per California Evidence Code 1037.1.
• 52-Week Batterers Intervention Program Court-mandated intervention program approved by the LA County Probation Department under Penal Code 1203.098, designed to help individuals recognize and transform abusive behaviors through structured curriculum and certified facilitators.
• Mental Health Services Mental health support including peer-to-peer counseling, therapy with licensed therapists, and meditation and breathing exercises. Medi-Cal accepted.
• Healing Art Program Specialized therapeutic program offering trauma healing through artistic expression including painting, drawing, sculpture, and writing, facilitated by trained professionals in a safe, non-judgmental environment.
• Financial Literacy Program Comprehensive financial empowerment program offering workshops and one-on-one counseling on budgeting, banking, credit building, saving, investing, and accessing community resources for long-term stability.
• Youth Peer-to-Peer Trauma-Informed Training Training program that equips young individuals with trauma-informed principles, peer support skills, and self-care practices to provide compassionate support to peers who have experienced trauma.
• Teen Dating Violence Awareness Program Educational workshops on healthy vs. unhealthy relationships delivered to middle and high school students in the Pasadena Unified School District, providing approximately 15 workshops annually reaching 700-1,000 students.
• 40-Hour Domestic Violence Advocate and Peer Counseling Training State of California Office of Emergency Services approved training meeting California Evidence Code requirements, leading to designation as a Domestic Violence Counselor. Covers history of domestic violence, civil and criminal law, peer counseling techniques, teen dating violence, human trafficking, and cultural competency. Cost is $300 per person.
• Healthy vs. Un-Healthy Relationships (Workbook) Educational workbook and Kindle Edition guide exploring essential elements of trust, communication, emotional intelligence, and mutual respect in relationships. Available as paperback and digital formats.
• My Affirmation Journal Affirmation journal for women's daily inspiration featuring 12 affirmation quotes, 60 lined pages, and a 6-month calendar planner. Designed to promote physical and mental well-being through journaling.
• Crush the Cycle - Student Workbook (6th-8th Grade) Interactive workbook for middle school students focused on self-discovery, personal growth, setting healthy boundaries, and building resilience against bullying and unhealthy relationships.
• My Boundaries, My Rules (9th-12th Grades) Workbook for high school students designed to help teenagers understand and establish healthy personal boundaries in relationships and daily life.
• Client Referral Services Referral form and intake process for individuals seeking domestic violence services, including assessment for housing needs, DCFS case coordination, and connection to emergency shelter.

Quantifiable outcome

• 700-1000 students reached annually through 15 workshops per school year
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Flintridge CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner organization in Pasadena collaborating with Shepherd's Door on violence prevention and community support initiatives.
• Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOngoing partnership to deliver Teen Dating Violence Educational Workshops in middle and high schools. Shepherd's Door provides workshops on Healthy vs. Unhealthy Relationships to Blair High School, John Muir High School, Pasadena High School, Washington Middle School, McKinley Middle School, Marshall Fundamental School, Octavia Middle School, and Sierra Madre Middle School.
• Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLaw enforcement partnership for domestic violence response and victim referrals. Advisory board member Jason Clawson, retired Deputy Chief of Police Pasadena Police Department, provides guidance.
• NAACPcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-hosting Know Your Rights presentations and expungement events with NAACP Economic Development, Criminal Justice, and WIN Committees at Pasadena Convention Center.
• Social Impact CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in community empowerment events including Know Your Rights and expungement workshops serving community members with crucial resources.
• Disability Rights CaliforniasupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerReferral resource for people with disabilities experiencing domestic violence, offering legal advocacy and resources.
• Ability FirstsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerReferral partner providing employment training and support services for individuals with disabilities who may also be experiencing domestic violence.
• California Partnership to End Domestic Violence (CPEDV)supportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerStatewide coalition providing resources and referrals to local domestic violence organizations including Shepherd's Door.
• LA County Probation DepartmentcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEndorsing agency for Shepherd's Door 52-Week Batterer's Intervention Program approved under Penal Code 1203.098.
• MTA (Metropolitan Transportation Authority)supportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransportation partner supporting client access to services and resources.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Casa de las Américas: Los Angeles-based domestic violence service organization serving Latina and immigrant survivors. Comparable service portfolio targeting similar Southern California populations with culturally competent DV support.
• Peace Over Violence: Los Angeles-based nonprofit providing crisis intervention, counseling, and prevention education for sexual and domestic violence. Operates hotlines and education programs comparable to Shepherd's Door's training and crisis services.
• Interval House: Long Beach-based domestic violence shelter and resource center serving Southern California. Comparable victim services, shelter placement, and 40-hour domestic violence training programs, competing in the same regional market.
• Rainbow Services: San Pedro/Los Angeles-based domestic violence organization providing shelter, counseling, and advocacy. Comparable wraparound victim services model competing in the broader LA County funding ecosystem.
• Jenesse Center: Los Angeles-based domestic violence service provider offering emergency shelter, transitional housing, and counseling to victims of DV. Comparable wraparound service model targeting similar populations in the broader Southern California region.
• Coalition to Abolish Slavery & Trafficking (CAST): Los Angeles-based anti-trafficking and domestic violence survivor services organization. Comparable service delivery model for abuse survivors, often overlapping on human trafficking training and shelter services.
• Haven House: Pasadena-based domestic violence shelter and service organization providing emergency shelter, counseling, and legal advocacy in the same service area as Shepherd's Door. Direct competitor for local donor dollars, client referrals, and PUSD partnerships.
• YWCA San Gabriel Valley: Regional YWCA affiliate serving the Pasadena/San Gabriel Valley area with domestic violence services, sexual assault support, and education programs. Direct competitor for local grants and corporate donations.

Broad incumbents

• National Domestic Violence Hotline: National 24/7 crisis hotline and resource referral service for domestic violence victims. Broad incumbent that funnels referrals to local providers like Shepherd's Door while operating overlapping crisis intervention services.
• RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network): National anti-sexual violence organization operating the national sexual assault hotline and education programs. Broad incumbent with overlapping survivor services, training programs, and prevention education mission.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/shepherdsDoor
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@shepherdsdoor
• Facebookfacebook.com/ShepherdsDoor
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/shepherds-door
• Instagraminstagram.com/shepherddoor

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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