Valley Oasis

What Valley Oasis does

Valley Oasis is a community-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1981 as the Antelope Valley Domestic Violence Council and rebranded to its current name in 2006. Headquartered in Palmdale, California with multiple offices across Lancaster and Palmdale, the organization delivers integrated social services across two main divisions—Trauma Services and Homeless & Housing Services—to residents of Los Angeles County Service Planning Area No. 1 (Antelope Valley). Core service offerings include a 65-bed 24/7 emergency domestic violence shelter, two 24-hour crisis hotlines (domestic violence and sexual assault), the Sexual Assault Response Services (SARS) Rape Crisis Center, Kayla's Place therapeutic program for children ages 4-17, CalWORKs case management, legal services (including immigration/U-VISA/VAWA), the Coordinated Entry System (CES) for homeless services across SPA 1, Transitional Age Youth programming via the Youth Action Board, and a workforce re-entry Employment Program. The organization operates as the LA County lead service provider for SPA 1.

The underlying operational infrastructure combines a countywide coordinated entry assessment and prioritization system using evidence-based models (Housing First, Harm Reduction, Rapid Re-housing, Progressive Case Management, Critical Time Intervention), the Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) collaborating with Antelope Valley Medical Center and law enforcement for 24/7 forensic response, and a thrift store social enterprise (3030 E Palmdale Blvd) generating unrestricted revenue. Revenue mechanics consist of three streams: government grants and contracts (LAHSA for homeless programs, Cal-OES for SARS, LA County Department of Public Social Services for CalWORKs, DOJ grants), thrift store retail proceeds, and individual/corporate donations plus community fundraising events. All services to beneficiaries are provided free of charge regardless of gender, race, socioeconomic background, or religion, consistent with 501(c)(3) mission.

The organization is governed by an independent Board of Directors with no parent company or external ownership, and executive leadership comprises CEO Sarah Perry (appointed February 2023, USC MSW), Chief Administrative Officer Michelle Sandoval, and CFO Toni Severino (40+ years of accounting experience, 18 years with the organization). Valley Oasis pioneered services for male domestic violence victims in 1989 and maintains recognized leadership in inclusive trauma response across the Antelope Valley, with awards including the 2017 36th Assembly District Nonprofit of the Year and 2024 UCLA Pritzker Center recognition. With 51-100 employees, Valley Oasis is entering its 44th year of continuous operation.

Name

Valley Oasis

Legal name

Valley Oasis

Website

https://valleyoasis.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Valley Oasis is a community-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1981 that delivers integrated trauma, domestic violence, sexual assault, and homeless services to residents of Los Angeles County's Antelope Valley (SPA 1), operating a 65-bed shelter, 24/7 crisis hotlines, the regional Coordinated Entry System, and 16+ programs with 51-100 staff.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Social Services — Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and Homelessness Support

NAICS

Community Housing Services (62422), Temporary Shelters (624221), Emergency and Other Relief Services (624230)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Housing Assistance & Homeless Services (BPAGAEAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Homelessness Prevention, Shelter & Supportive Housing Services (BPAIANAC), Mental Health & Crisis Support Services (BPAGACAD), Community Centers & Neighborhood Support Services (BPAGAEAL), Youth Housing, Foster Care & Wraparound Support (Education-Linked) Nonprofits (BPAGADAO)

Keywords

• Domestic violence shelter
• Homeless services
• Sexual assault support
• Trauma therapy programs
• Crisis hotline services

Headquarters

HQ city

Palmdale

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Thrift Store Operations: Retail thrift store at 3030 East Palmdale Blvd, Palmdale, CA selling donated clothing, furniture, household items, books, and seasonal merchandise. All proceeds directly fund domestic violence shelter and homelessness assistance programs.
2. Government Grants and Contracts: Funded by Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services (CalWORKs), California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal-OES) for sexual assault services, Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) for homeless programs, and Department of Justice grants.
3. Donations and Fundraising: Individual and corporate donations to general fund providing flexible support for immediate needs and program sustainability. DIY fundraisers, coat drives, blanket drives, and community events support operations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Valley Oasis provides crisis intervention, emergency shelter, and supportive services for individuals affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and homelessness in the Antelope Valley region of Los Angeles County. Core offerings include a 65-bed 24/7 domestic violence emergency shelter, 24-hour crisis hotlines, the Sexual Assault Response Services (SARS) program, the Coordinated Entry System for homeless services, CalWORKs case management and legal services, therapeutic children's services through Kayla's Place, and homelessness prevention and rapid re-housing programs.

Product overview

Valley Oasis is a community-based nonprofit organization offering over 16 social service programs across two main service areas: Trauma Services and Homeless & Housing Services. The Trauma Services division includes a 65-bed emergency domestic violence shelter, children's services, Domestic Violence Housing First (DVHF), Steppin' Into The Light transitional housing, CalWORKs Case Management and Legal Services, DVSFA Legal Immigration Services, Kayla's Place therapeutic children's program, and Sexual Assault Response Services (SARS). The Homeless & Housing Services division operates the Coordinated Entry System (CES), Employment Program, and Youth Action Board. A Thrift Store social enterprise supports funding for programs. The organization serves single adults, families with children, and transitional age youth in the Antelope Valley region of Los Angeles County.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Kayla's Place: A therapeutic program for children affected by domestic violence, founded in 2004, offering services including EMDR, individual therapy, play therapy, and art therapy for children ages 4 to 17.
• Sexual Assault Response Services (SARS)

Products and services

• Domestic Violence Services Emergency 65-bed domestic violence shelter with 24/7 hotline, peer counseling, emergency food, clothing, legal support with restraining orders, law enforcement and hospital response, advocacy, and CalVCB claims assistance for men, women, and children fleeing domestic violence.
• Children's Services Support program for children from infants to 17 years old focusing on fostering growth, stability, and healing while in care; helps children build skills, develop emotional resilience, and access resources.
• Domestic Violence Housing First (DVHF) Program providing survivors of domestic violence with safe, permanent housing and trauma-informed services, covering rent, utilities, children's needs, transportation, employment-related expenses, and other essentials to support housing stability.
• Steppin' Into The Light Transitional housing program housing up to eight families in a 24-hour residence, with case management, therapy, parenting classes, and employment assistance for people experiencing housing crisis due to domestic violence.
• CalWORKs Case Management Intervention program funded by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services assisting individuals affected by domestic violence, including a 21-week domestic violence education/support group, case management, individual therapy, and free legal services.
• DVSS Legal Services Legal representation by a Staff Attorney for CalWORKs participants, covering family law (divorce, custody, restraining orders), immigration, government benefits, landlord/tenant disputes, and expungements.
• DVSFA Legal Immigration Services Legal immigration services for DV survivors who are not CalWORKs recipients, older DV survivors, and undocumented immigrants, assisting with family law and immigration issues including U-VISA and VAWA.
• Kayla's Place Therapeutic program for children aged 4–17 affected by domestic violence and childhood trauma, offering licensed therapists trained in Evidence-Based trauma treatments including EMDR, individual therapy, play therapy, and art therapy.
• Sexual Assault Response Services (SARS) Cal-OES-funded Rape Crisis Center staffed with certified Sexual Assault Counselors, providing a 24/7 rape crisis hotline, community education, 1:1 crisis counseling, law enforcement interview accompaniment, forensic exam support, criminal justice and court accompaniment, and PREA coordination at California State Prison Lancaster.
• Coordinated Entry System (CES) Countywide approach to address homelessness through a common system to assess, prioritize, and provide services, using evidence-based models including Housing First, Harm Reduction, Rapid Re-housing, Progressive Case Management, and Critical Time Intervention for single adults, families with children, and transitional age youth in Antelope Valley SPA 1.
• Employment Program Job readiness training, resume building, interview preparation, and employer connections for participants enrolled in Valley Oasis homeless and housing programs.
• Youth Action Board Youth and Young Adult (YYA) SPA 1 team of six young adults aged 18–30 with lived experience in foster care, homelessness, and/or probation advocating for housing justice and a TAY shelter in the Antelope Valley.
• Valley Oasis Thrift Store Retail thrift store at 3030 E Palmdale Blvd, Palmdale, CA selling donated clothing, furniture, household items, books, and seasonal merchandise, with all proceeds funding the domestic violence shelter and homelessness assistance programs.

Quantifiable outcome

• 950 individuals served through trauma services programs in second half of 2024
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 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 minor and core.

• TargetminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 December 2024Corporate partner through Adopt A Family Program. Target employee (former Valley Oasis participant) partnered with the organization to identify and support homeless participants during holiday season. Program connects corporate employees with families in need.
• Los Angeles County Pathway Home ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 September 2024L.A. County's Pathway Home program led large-scale operations to remove 121 homeless residents from Palmdale encampments. Valley Oasis participated as lead service provider for SPA 1, providing interim housing and supportive services for displaced individuals transitioning to permanent housing.
• Lief Cares / Lief LabsminorOthers · 17 May 2024Lief Cares Donation Program, a division of Lief Labs (premier formulation and product development innovator and manufacturer of dietary supplements), donated 400 jars of Lief Cares Protein Powder nutritional supplements featuring collagen, greens blend, and probiotics to Valley Oasis Shelter for distribution to domestic violence survivors.
• Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn BargercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupervisor Barger championed the Pathway Home encampment resolutions and collaborative efforts between the County and City of Palmdale to address homelessness. Valley Oasis serves as the lead service provider under her leadership for Service Planning Area No. 1.
• Antelope Valley Medical CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSARS program collaborates with Antelope Valley Medical Center offering 24/7 Rape Crisis services. Sexual Assault Counselors respond to AVMC emergency room and forensic unit for victim support during medical exams and evidence collection.
• Antelope Valley Human Trafficking Task ForcecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSexual Assault Response Team (SART) participates in and supports the Antelope Valley Human Trafficking Task Force, combining prevention efforts and victim services across the region.
• California State Prison LancasterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) program works with California State Prison Lancaster to address sexual assault in correctional settings, offering counseling, support groups, and trauma-informed materials to incarcerated survivors.
• 211 LA CountycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoordinated Entry System connects people to homeless services through 211 LA County referral system, providing unified access point for assessment and prioritization across Los Angeles County.
• Los Angeles EmissarycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerYouth Action Board (YYA SPA 1 team) works alongside the Los Angeles Emissary to build connections among community-based organizations, local government, and key stakeholders, building consensus towards shared goals and advocating for change.
• Board of DirectorscoreOthersGovernance board providing strategic oversight, fiduciary responsibility, and advocacy for the organization's mission. Board members include community leaders and professionals committed to ending domestic violence and homelessness.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@ValleyOasis
• Facebookfacebook.com/valleyoasis.avdvc
• Instagraminstagram.com/valleyoasis
• TikToktiktok.com/@valley.oasis?_r=1&_t=ZP-95DEwyItXLT
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/antelope-valley-domestic-violence-council

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles26 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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