HEROES IN TRANSITION INC

Name

HEROES IN TRANSITION INC

Legal name

Heroes In Transition, Inc.

Website

https://heroesintransition.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Veteran Support Services

NAICS

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813), Civic and Social Organizations (8134), Vocational Rehabilitation Services (624310), Vocational Rehabilitation Services (62431)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Veterans & Military-to-Civilian Transition Programs (EDAAAOAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Adventure Therapy & Therapeutic Wilderness Programs (THAAAOAG), Rehabilitation & Recovery Retreats (Physio, Post-Op, Pain Management) (THAGAMAG), Wellness Retreats & Immersions (Multi-day, Digital Detox, Mind-Body Programs) (THAJAHAB), Holistic & Alternative Therapy Retreats (Naturopathy, Energy Work) (THAGAMAI)

Keywords

• Veteran support services
• Military family programs
• Equine therapy services
• Nonprofit veteran assistance
• Community wellness programs

Headquarters

HQ city

MASHPEE, Massachusetts

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

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: The organization relies on individual donations, monthly recurring donations (e.g., $15/month campaign), and major gifts from supporters. Website prominently features 'Donate Now' CTA and recurring donation campaigns.
2. Fundraising Events: HIT generates revenue through signature fundraising events including Ruck4HIT (ruck relay), Fall Gala, Falmouth Road Race Team HIT, Second Summer Cycle, and BFit. These events raise funds while building community awareness.
3. Corporate Sponsorships: Corporate sponsors support specific programs (e.g., Ruck4HIT presenting sponsor The Baldwin Group) and general operations through financial contributions and in-kind support.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Heroes In Transition delivers a portfolio of 15 free programs for veterans, active service members, military couples, spouses, and families on Cape Cod. Offerings include equine therapy (Equine Warrior Weekend, Summer Equine Experience), fitness and mobility programs (FIRM, Chair-Assisted Yoga), mindfulness and education courses (REBOOT, REGROUP, Searching for Meaning, Seeking the 'I AM', RECONNECT), and social/recreational outings (fishing charters, kayak tours, shark expeditions, couples retreats, family events). Programs are funded by donations, signature fundraisers such as Ruck4HIT, and corporate sponsorships.

Product overview

Heroes In Transition (HIT) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides a portfolio of programs and services for veterans, service members, and their families. The organization offers 15 specially-designed programs including equine therapy (Equine Warrior Weekend, Summer Equine Experience), fitness programs (FIRM), wellness/mindfulness courses (REBOOT, REGROUP, Searching for Meaning), educational series (RECONNECT), fitness activities (Chair-Assisted Yoga), and various social events and outings. Programs are organized into specific groups: Veterans/Service Members, Military Couples, Military Spouses, and Military Families. HIT's flagship annual fundraiser is Ruck4HIT, a 200+ mile endurance relay across Cape Cod.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Equine Warrior Weekend A weekend equine therapy program pairing Veterans and Active Service Members with horses to build resiliency, self-awareness, and community through hands-on horsemanship sessions.
• FIRM (Fitness In Real Motion) A 9-session fitness and education initiative delivered in partnership with YMCA Cape Cod to help Veterans, Military Service Members, and Military Spouses take steps toward a healthier lifestyle.
• Searching for Meaning An eight-session course led by Dr. Rev. Clyde Angel for veterans and service members exploring identity, purpose, and practical tools for navigating life's transitions.
• Seeking the 'I AM' An eight-session course for military spouses offering an opportunity to pause, reconnect, and reflect on their military life journey, covering identity, purpose, letting go, forgiveness, and personal empowerment.
• REBOOT A health, wellness, and mindfulness program assisting females who are serving or have served in the military as well as female military spouses.
• REGROUP A health, wellness, and mindfulness program helping individuals influence their body's processes deliberately through breathing and meditation.
• FIT (Families In Transition) A family program providing opportunities for Veterans/Service Members, their spouses/partners, and children (17 and under) to spend quality time together with other military families.
• RECONNECT Educational Series An educational presentation series including Understanding PTSD, Navigating Anxiety, and Managing Anger to help veterans, service members, and their families recognize triggers and build practical coping skills.
• Chair-Assisted Yoga for Balance & Mobility A yoga program for Veterans and current Service Members who experience difficulties with balance, mobility, or stability, using a chair as a prop for support.
• Veterans and Active Service Members Group Programs A portfolio of events and activities for veterans and active military service members including kayak tours, shark expeditions, fishing charters, grilling nights, and social outings.
• Military Couples Group Programs Events designed for veteran or service member and spouse/partner together, including sunset cruises, couples retreats, and couples-specific activities.
• Military Spouses Group Programs Programs specifically for military spouses including equine experiences, kayaking, and spouse-specific retreats and courses.
• Military Families Group Programs Family-oriented events including fishing charters and family activities designed for military families to connect with other military families.
• Vets, Dogs & Donuts Community-building events for veterans and service members to connect with specially trained companion and service dogs, led by professional dog trainer Matt White.
• Summer Equine Experience Hands-on equine experiences including guided trail rides, horse grooming, and care instruction at Alliance Equestrian Center, offered to military spouses.
• Annual Fall Couples Retreat - Stronger Together A weekend retreat for military couples to renew their connection, build communication skills, and reconnect with other couples who understand military life.
• Ruck4HIT A 200+ mile ruck relay endurance event traveling through all 15 towns on Cape Cod over more than 30 hours, serving as HIT's biggest annual fundraiser and community awareness event.

Quantifiable outcome

• Served 2,328 people in 2025 with 1,200 receiving direct support through 60 events/outings

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability2 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• YMCA Cape CodcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerYMCA Cape Cod partners with HIT to deliver the FIRM (Fitness In Real Motion) program - a 9-session fitness and education initiative. YMCA provides facilities and full 8-week access for program participants.
• Alliance Equestrian Center at Camp LyndoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAlliance Equestrian Center at Camp Lyndon provides the facility for HIT's equine therapy programs including the Summer Equine Experience and Veteran Equine Warrior Weekend. The equestrian center hosts hands-on horse therapy sessions.
• The Atlantic White Shark ConservancyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHIT partners with The Atlantic White Shark Conservancy for veterans' great white shark expeditions, providing educational outdoor experiences for the veterans group.
• American Legion (Clark-Haddad Post 188)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAmerican Legion Post 188 in Sandwich hosts HIT veterans' events including grilling classes. Provides venue and community support for veteran programming.
• Rideaway AdventuresminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRideaway Adventures partners with HIT for veterans' kayak nature tours, providing guided outdoor recreation experiences for veterans and service members.
• Dennis Center for Active LivingminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDennis Center for Active Living hosts HIT's Chair-Assisted Yoga for Balance & Mobility program, making facilities available for the Friends of Vets Group.
• Patriot Party BoatsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPatriot Party Boats in Falmouth hosts HIT veterans' fishing charters, providing deep-sea fishing experiences for military veterans.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Hope For The Warriors: Veteran and military family service organization offering clinical, financial, and community programs for post-9/11 service members. Comparable multi-program structure serving veterans, spouses, and families across transition, wellness, and family domains.
• Semper Fi & America's Fund: Provides immediate financial support and holistic programs (wellness, transition, family support) to wounded, critically ill, and injured service members and their families. Comparable in serving military families with a multi-program, no-cost approach.
• The Mission Continues: National nonprofit that empowers veterans to continue service through volunteer leadership and community impact programs. Highly comparable model of using community-based activities to drive veteran reintegration and purpose.
• Team Rubicon: Veteran-led nonprofit that mobilizes veterans through community service, disaster response, and wellness programs. Highly comparable mission of veteran reintegration via meaningful activity and peer community, though operating at national scale.

Broad incumbents

• Wounded Warrior Project: The largest U.S. nonprofit serving post-9/11 veterans with physical/mental injuries and their families. Comparable as a multi-program veteran service organization, though substantially larger, nationally focused, and more diversified in programming.
• Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA): Leading post-9/11 veterans advocacy and support organization offering programs in mental health, transition, and community. Comparable as a peer-led veteran support organization with a programmatic, advocacy, and community-building approach.
• Disabled American Veterans (DAV): Large national veterans service organization delivering benefits assistance, transition support, and community programs. Comparable in supporting military-to-civilian transition and family well-being, though via a national advocacy and benefits model rather than regional recreation programs.

Emerging players

• Veterans Healing Farm / equine-therapy nonprofits: Smaller regional nonprofits that deliver equine-assisted therapy and wellness programs to veterans. Direct comparability to HIT's Equine Warrior Weekend and Summer Equine Experience, but at smaller, single-site scale.
• K9s For Warriors: Provides service dogs to military veterans with PTSD and related challenges. Partially comparable to HIT's 'Vets, Dogs & Donuts' companion-animal programming and broader PTSD/mental-health support focus.

Regional players

• Cape Cod Veterans Outreach: Cape Cod-based nonprofit providing supportive services, food security, and housing assistance to veterans in the same geography HIT serves. Direct geographic peer competing for the same regional veteran population, donors, and volunteer pool.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/HIThelpsvets
• Facebookfacebook.com/HeroesInTransition
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/heroes-in-transition-inc
• Instagraminstagram.com/heroesintransition

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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