North East Seattle Together (NEST)

What North East Seattle Together (NEST) does

North East Seattle Together (NEST) is a 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit organization operating in Northeast Seattle as a membership-based community for seniors who want to age in place. NEST connects members with each other and with resources through volunteer-delivered core services — transportation to medical appointments and errands (>100 rides per month), friendly visits, household assistance, tech support, handyperson help, and yardwork — and a broad program layer of more than 30 member-led interest groups including walking groups, yoga, book clubs, mahjong, and pickleball. The organization is part of the national Village to Village Network and serves a member base described as '2,000 strong and growing,' supported by a monthly newsletter reaching roughly 1,600 subscribers.

NEST's underlying technology stack is minimal and not proprietary: the organization runs on ClubExpress membership management software for member administration, donations, and event coordination, and does not develop its own software, AI, or data products. The vendor/partner layer is curated and includes a Trusted Vendors Directory (vendors must be licensed, bonded, and insured) and a Passport Partners discount program with 12 local businesses offering 10-20% discounts to NEST members.

NEST's business model is a blended nonprofit revenue stack combining individual member dues (with a Benefits Program for members earning under $35,388 and a Scholarship Fund covering up to 50% of dues), tax-deductible donations to General Operating Funds and the Scholarship Fund (one-time and monthly), a four-tier corporate sponsorship program (Platinum $5,000, Gold $2,500, Silver $1,000, Bronze $500), and Trusted Vendor Directory fees. The organization explicitly states that membership dues do not cover all expenses, with donations and sponsorships closing the gap. Go-to-market is community-led — direct membership sign-ups via the website, referrals from existing members and community partners, partnerships with healthcare and senior-service providers, and an event programming footprint that drives both acquisition and engagement.

Name

North East Seattle Together (NEST)

Legal name

North East Seattle Together

Website

https://nestseattle.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

NEST is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit membership organization in Northeast Seattle that helps seniors age in place through volunteer-delivered transportation, friendly visits, household help, and 30+ social programs, funded by dues, donations, sponsorships, and a curated vendor directory.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Senior Community Services

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Elder Services & Aging Support (BPAGAEAF)

Keywords

• Senior community services
• Aging in place support
• Volunteer transportation services
• Nonprofit member services
• Community elder care

Headquarters

HQ city

Seattle

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Members pay dues for access to NEST services including transportation, friendly visits, household assistance, and community programs. The organization offers a Benefits Program to offset membership fees for older adults with incomes less than $35,388, and a Scholarship Fund that pays up to 50% of full access membership fees.
2. Donations and Contributions: NEST accepts one-time and monthly donations to General Operating Funds and the NEST Scholarship Fund. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law as a 501(c)(3) organization.
3. Sponsorship Revenue: Corporate sponsors pay annual fees at four levels: Platinum ($5,000), Gold ($2,500), Silver ($1,000), and Bronze ($500). Sponsors receive logo placement, newsletter features, event participation opportunities, and directory listings.
4. Trusted Vendor Directory Fees: Local businesses pay to be listed in NEST's Directory of Trusted Vendors, which members contact for specific services. Many vendors offer discounts to NEST members as part of this program.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

NEST is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community membership organization serving seniors aging in place in Northeast Seattle. It connects older adult members with volunteer-provided services such as transportation, friendly visits, household assistance, handyperson and yardwork help, technology support, and social/interest groups. NEST also curates a directory of vetted senior-service vendors and runs a sponsorship and scholarship program funded through member dues, donations, and corporate sponsors.

Product overview

North East Seattle Together (NEST) is a community organization serving seniors, not a technology company. It offers a unified membership program that provides transportation services, friendly visits, household assistance, and social connection through various interest groups and activities. The organization supplements its core services with a Trusted Vendors directory, Passport Partners discount program, and sponsorship opportunities for local businesses. NEST's model is funded through membership dues, donations (general operating funds and scholarship fund), sponsorships, and volunteer contributions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• NEST Membership Annual membership in the NEST community that grants seniors access to volunteer-provided services, vetted vendor discounts, social programming, and the monthly newsletter. Members are typically older adults living in Northeast Seattle who want to age in place.
• Transportation Services Volunteer-driven rides for senior members to medical appointments, errands, and social activities. Provided free to members as part of their NEST membership in the Northeast Seattle service area.
• Friendly Visitor Program Scheduled in-person visits and phone calls from trained volunteers to provide companionship and social connection for members who experience isolation.
• Household Assistance Light in-home help from volunteers covering small tasks such as organizing, decluttering, basic cleaning, and errands that help members maintain their homes.
• Tech Support Services One-on-one help from volunteers with computers, smartphones, tablets, and common software so members can stay connected with family, healthcare, and community resources.
• Handyperson Services Volunteer-led minor home repair and maintenance tasks for members, helping them address small safety and accessibility issues in their homes.
• Yardwork Services Seasonal outdoor help from volunteers covering raking, light weeding, and other basic yard tasks so members can safely maintain their property.
• Social and Interest Groups Member-organized gatherings such as book clubs, walking groups, dining clubs, and other activities that build community and reduce isolation among older adults.
• NEST Trusted Vendors Directory Curated list of pre-vetted local businesses and service providers offering member discounts on services that complement NEST's volunteer offerings, such as legal, financial, and home care providers.
• NEST Passport Partners Program Reciprocal discount program that lets NEST members use their membership benefits when visiting partner Villages across the broader Village-to-Village Network.
• Sponsorship Program Tiered sponsorship packages for local businesses and partner organizations that underwrite NEST programs in exchange for recognition, vendor directory placement, and event visibility.
• NEST Scholarship Fund Restricted donation fund that covers membership dues and program access for lower-income seniors who would otherwise be unable to afford NEST.
• General Operating Fund Donations Unrestricted charitable donations from individuals, families, and community members that fund day-to-day operations, staff coordination, and volunteer program support.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 100 rides provided to members each month for transportation to appointments and errands
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Aegis LivingcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum-level sponsor and assisted living/memory care provider. Offers expertise, innovation, and care services. Sponsors NEST programming in exchange for logo placement, event visibility, and exclusive positioning within their industry.
• Empress Senior LivingcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum-level sponsor and boutique senior living residence offering Independent, Assisted, and Memory Care lifestyles. Provides sponsorship support with emphasis on European-style neighborhood concept.
• Era LivingcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum-level sponsor since 1987, dedicated to healthy and engaging environments. Operates eight senior living communities in the Seattle area. Receives logo placement and event sponsorship benefits.
• UnitedHealthcarecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerGold-level sponsor with mission to help people live healthier lives. Receives prominent placement in NEST communications and events as a healthcare partner.
• Kline GallandminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSilver-level sponsor, a not-for-profit community of compassionate caregivers providing home health, home care, hospice, and senior living services for over a century.
• Home InsteadminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBronze-level sponsor providing reliable and skilled home care to individuals in need. Receives recognition in NEST community as a trusted care provider.
• Village to Village NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational network that connects Village organizations like NEST. Provides resources, best practices, and support for the Village Movement focused on aging in place.
• Blue Poppy FloralminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPassport Partner offering NEST members 10% discount at their floral shop located at 8507 35th Ave NE.
• Bobby Jo's Plants & MercantileminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPassport Partner offering NEST members 20% discount. Located at 2252 NE 65th St in Northeast Seattle.
• Third Place Books RavennaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPassport Partner offering NEST members 20% discount. Located at 6504 20th Ave NE, serving the local community with books and cultural resources.
• Grateful Bread Baking CompanyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPassport Partner offering NEST members 15% discount. Located at 7001 35th Ave NE.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• AARP: National nonprofit serving Americans 50+ with advocacy, community programs, and member benefits. Comparable in serving the same senior demographic, though at massively greater scale and as a broad advocacy organization rather than a neighborhood-level service provider.
• Village to Village Network: National umbrella organization for the Village Movement that NEST is part of. Operates the broader network of 300+ Villages across the U.S. and provides the strategic framework, best practices, and brand identity to members like NEST.
• National Council on Aging: National advocacy and service organization focused on improving the lives of older adults. Comparable as a senior-services umbrella organization; NEST operates at the local delivery level where NCOA influences policy and program design.
• Eldercare Locator: Public service of the U.S. Administration for Community Learning connecting seniors to local aging services. Functions as a national referral resource analogous to NEST's regional resources page and trusted vendor directory.
• LeadingAge: Association of nonprofit aging-services providers including senior living communities, home care, and community-based programs. NEST's platinum sponsors (Aegis, Era Living, Kline Galland) are LeadingAge members, suggesting comparable provider ecosystems.
• Meals on Wheels America: National nonprofit network providing meal delivery and social contact to homebound seniors. Overlaps with NEST on the aging-in-place support mission and volunteer-driven service model, though focused on nutrition rather than full ecosystem of services.

Emerging players

• Family Caregiver Alliance: National nonprofit supporting family caregivers of adults with chronic or disabling conditions. Overlaps with NEST's household-assistance and friendly-visit services, though emphasizes caregiver support rather than direct senior services.

Direct peers

• Beacon Hill Village: Boston-based Village that pioneered the aging-in-place peer-support model in the U.S. Operates on the same membership-plus-volunteer model as NEST, serving a defined urban neighborhood.
• PACE (Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly): Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly provide comprehensive medical and social services to seniors who qualify for nursing home care but can remain in the community. Overlaps with NEST's mission of enabling aging in place, though with a clinical-services component.
• Capitol Hill Village: Washington, D.C. Village offering nearly identical services to NEST—transportation, household help, social programs, and social engagement for neighborhood seniors aging in place.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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