Seven Homes

What Seven Homes does

Seven Homes Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, state-licensed child-placing agency headquartered in Jamestown, North Carolina, founded in February 1995 by Executive Director Kenneth Maxwell. The organization provides foster care placement and foster-to-adopt adoption services across the entire state of North Carolina through three regional offices in Jamestown (Central), Gastonia (Western), and Cary (Eastern), serving approximately 299 children per year with 53 new families licensed and 50 adoptions finalized in 2024. Its core methodology is Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI), an attachment-based trauma-informed care framework developed by TCU Institute of Child Development; Seven Homes was the first agency in North Carolina to employ licensed TBRI practitioners and maintains five certified practitioners on staff, supported by pre-licensing training via TIPS-MAPP, NTDC, and Deciding Together curricula.

The business model is donation-funded: services are provided at no cost to licensed foster families, with revenue sourced from individual charitable contributions, planned/legacy giving (including a Legacy Endowment Fund with $10,000 minimums), corporate sponsorships structured as Gold/Silver/Bronze tiers, and event revenue from the annual Night of Belonging Gala ($90 individual tickets, $650 tables of eight) and Life Raft trauma training conference. Distribution is direct through regional offices, virtual information sessions, hybrid MAPP training classes, and referrals from the North Carolina Department of Social Services and Guardian ad Litem Program. Supplementary programs include the Bags for Belonging initiative providing welcome kits to children entering care, a structured volunteer program, family community events, and 30th anniversary merchandise. Customer segments span foster and adoptive families (primary), children in care, birth families working toward reunification, and community partner organizations.

Name

Seven Homes

Legal name

Seven Homes Inc.

Website

https://7homes4kids.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Seven Homes is a North Carolina 501(c)(3) nonprofit foster care and adoption agency operating three regional offices statewide. Founded in 1995, it uses TBRI trauma-informed methodology to license foster families, place children in care, and finalize adoptions, funded entirely through donations, sponsorships, and events.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Foster Care and Adoption Services

NAICS

Child and Youth Services (62411)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYBPAGADAO

Youth Housing, Foster Care & Wraparound Support (Education-Linked) Nonprofits

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Education & Youth Development Nonprofits

Keywords

• Foster care services
• Adoption services
• Trauma-informed training
• Child placing agency
• Nonprofit foster care

Headquarters

HQ city

Jamestown

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Seven Homes relies heavily on charitable donations from individuals, businesses, and community partners. Donations support essential services for children in foster care, training programs, family activities, and operational costs.
2. Legacy and Planned Giving: Accepts donations of stocks, real estate, retirement assets, and bequests through wills or trusts. The Legacy Endowment Fund accepts minimum donations of $10,000 to honor loved ones and support ongoing operations.
3. Event Revenue: Revenue generated from events including the annual Gala (tickets at $90 each or $650 for table of 8) and merchandise sales like the 30th Anniversary apparel ($12 t-shirts, $28 sweatshirts).
4. Community Partner Sponsorships: Corporate sponsorships at Gold, Silver, and Bronze tiers provide funding in exchange for recognition and association with the organization's mission.
5. Foster-to-Adopt Services: Adoption services provided at no cost to licensed foster families, including home studies, updates, and legal contracts. This removes financial barriers to adoption for families working with Seven Homes.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Seven Homes is a Christian faith-centered nonprofit foster care and adoption agency licensed in North Carolina that places children who have experienced abuse, neglect, or abandonment with vetted foster families. It provides TBRI-based trauma-informed pre-licensing and ongoing training (TIPS-MAPP, NTDC, Deciding Together), no-cost foster-to-adopt services for licensed families, plus wraparound community programming (Life Raft Conference, Bags for Belonging kits, family events, volunteer and donation programs) through three regional offices statewide.

Product overview

Seven Homes is a Christian faith-centered foster care and adoption agency offering a comprehensive suite of services for families and children in North Carolina. The core offering consists of foster care placement services and foster-to-adopt adoption services, supported by trauma-informed training programs. Seven Homes provides TBRI (Trust-Based Relational Intervention) training as a differentiator, being the first agency in NC with licensed practitioners on staff. Additional services include the annual Life Raft Conference, Bags for Belonging program, volunteer opportunities, donation programs including legacy giving, community events, and the annual A Night of Belonging Gala fundraiser. The agency operates three regional offices (Central NC, Western NC, Eastern NC) serving families across the entire state.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Foster Care Services Temporary foster care placements for children who have experienced abuse, neglect, or whose biological families cannot care for them. Includes matching children with appropriate foster families, ongoing support, and placement services across North Carolina.
• Foster-to-Adopt Services Adoption services exclusively for licensed Seven Homes foster families when reunification is not possible, including home studies, updates, and legal contracts provided at no cost. Limited private adoption services are also offered for families with prior successful placements.
• Foster Parent Training Classes Comprehensive pre-licensing training through TIPS-MAPP, NTDC, TBRI, and Deciding Together programs. Offered in-person and hybrid at multiple North Carolina locations including Raleigh, Greensboro, and Gastonia areas.
• Life Raft Conference Annual all-day training conference equipping caregivers, educators, and professionals with TBRI principles and strategies. Provides practical tools for promoting healing in children who have experienced trauma; foster parents can earn 6 hours of training credit.
• TBRI Trauma-Informed Training Trust-Based Relational Intervention training delivered by licensed TBRI Practitioners, including monthly E-Group continued education trainings for licensed foster parents.
• Bags for Belonging Program Program providing new backpacks and diaper bags filled with essentials and comfort items (blanket, stuffed animal, sensory toys, hygiene items, school supplies, children's Bible) to children entering foster care.
• Volunteer Program Volunteer opportunities including childcare during events, donation drives, meal preparation, clerical support, handyman work, and community event organization.
• Donation Programs Multiple giving options including online donations, mail/in-person donations, Amazon Wishlist purchases, stock donations, IRA distributions, and Legacy Endowment Fund contributions (minimum $10,000).
• A Night of Belonging Gala Annual fundraiser gala celebrating compassion and belonging, featuring a giving moment focused on specific program funding goals including playground, summer camps, and birthday gifts.
• Information Sessions Live virtual information sessions held multiple times monthly to educate prospective foster parents about the fostering process; required as the first step before beginning the application.
• Family Events Private events throughout the year including Easter egg hunts, beach trips, and Christmas parties that help foster families connect, celebrate, and build community.

Quantifiable outcome

• 299 children cared for in 2024 alone
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered gold sponsor, silver sponsor, community partner, core and donor.

• Pigtails and Crewcutsgold sponsorGTM or Marketing PartnerGold sponsor supporting Seven Homes events and programs. Hair salon chain with locations that likely provides in-kind services or donations for children and families.
• Loving the Least of Thesegold sponsorGTM or Marketing PartnerGold sponsor supporting Seven Homes mission. Faith-based organization focused on supporting vulnerable children.
• The Phoenix Companysilver sponsorGTM or Marketing PartnerSilver sponsor supporting Seven Homes events and community initiatives.
• Foster Family Alliancesilver sponsorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSilver sponsor and strategic partner. Organization focused on supporting foster families in North Carolina.
• Davie Mechanicalsilver sponsorGTM or Marketing PartnerSilver sponsor providing financial or in-kind support for Seven Homes events.
• Garcia Fencecommunity partnerGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity partner providing services or donations to support children in foster care.
• Go Green Plumbingcommunity partnerGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity partner supporting Seven Homes events and programs.
• The Summit Church - Oak Ridgesilver sponsorGTM or Marketing PartnerSilver sponsor church supporting Seven Homes foster care mission and events.
• North Carolina Department of Social ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative partnership with NC DSS for child placement referrals and coordination of foster care services across the state.
• North Carolina Guardian ad Litem ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative partnership supporting children in the foster care system through advocacy and oversight.
• The Phoenix CompanydonorGTM or Marketing PartnerDonor for Back to School Bash, providing support for children in foster care to receive school supplies.
• Encounter Church - High PointdonorGTM or Marketing PartnerChurch donor supporting Back to School Bash and community outreach programs.
• The Summit Church - Oak RidgedonorGTM or Marketing PartnerChurch donor supporting community events and foster care programs.
• TCU Institute of Child DevelopmentcoreTechnology or IntegrationDevelopers of Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) methodology. Seven Homes is first NC agency with licensed TBRI practitioners on staff.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Boys Town: National nonprofit providing residential care, foster family services, and in-home family support across the U.S. Comparable as an established child welfare organization with broader service portfolio spanning prevention, residential, and foster care.
• Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health: Large national nonprofit operating behavioral health, foster care, and residential programs across multiple states. Comparable as an established child welfare provider with trauma-informed services, though with broader clinical scope.

Direct peers

• KidsPeace: Nonprofit providing foster care, residential treatment, and mental health services for children and teens across multiple states. Directly comparable as a foster care agency with trauma-informed approach and family support services.
• Pressley Ridge: Nonprofit providing foster care, residential treatment, and community-based services for children and families across multiple states. Comparable as a child welfare organization with trauma-informed approach and family-based placement services.
• National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP): National nonprofit providing foster care, adoption, and family preservation services across multiple states. Directly comparable as a multi-state foster/adoption agency with similar trauma-informed care model and family support focus.
• Crossnore Communities for Children: North Carolina-based nonprofit providing foster care, residential treatment, and adoption services with a trauma-informed approach. Directly comparable as a regional foster care and child welfare provider operating in the same geographic market.
• Bethany Christian Services: One of the largest faith-based foster care and adoption agencies in the U.S., operating across multiple states with a similar trauma-informed and family-focused service model. Directly comparable in mission, services, and Christian-centered positioning.
• Methodist Home for Children: Faith-based child welfare nonprofit serving North Carolina and Virginia with foster care, adoption, and family preservation services. Comparable as a regional faith-centered foster/adoption agency with similar training and support programs.
• Children's Home Society of North Carolina: North Carolina-based nonprofit providing foster care, adoption, and family support services across the state. Directly comparable as a state-focused foster/adoption agency competing for the same families and donor base as Seven Homes.

Regional players

• Carolina Adoption Services: North Carolina-based private adoption and foster care agency. Comparable as a regional adoption/foster care agency operating in the same geographic market with similar licensing and family support services.

Market position

Strengths3 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/seven-homes

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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