Next Move Community Services

What Next Move Community Services does

Next Move Community Services is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2018 and headquartered at 3224 Ridge Road, Suite #205, Lansing, Illinois. The organization delivers free health-equity, workforce development, and community-support programming primarily to Hispanic, Latinx, and BIPOC populations in Chicago's south suburbs and across Cook County. Its service portfolio includes a Lead Exposure Awareness and Prevention program (free hazard assessment, removal, and testing in partnership with the CDC and the Cook County Department of Public Health), a Workforce Development program for residents ages 16-32 (case management, job readiness, placement, and wraparound supports such as transportation and groceries, funded by the Illinois Department of Human Services and the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority's R3 program), a Violence Prevention Support Group, a Community Closet, and a community events calendar anchored by initiatives such as Mom's Coffee Hour, Next Move Wears Orange, and an annual Health and Resource Fair. The organization also distributes partner-sponsored credentialing scholarships through Google Career Certificates, the Coursera Social Impact Program, and Lab Girls phlebotomy tuition coverage.

The underlying operating model is community-led rather than technology-led: services are delivered in person from the Lansing office and through off-site workshops at schools, daycares, and partner sites, with no proprietary software platform, no mobile applications, and no public-facing API. Marketing and outreach rely on community events, partner referrals, an email newsletter, and the Next Move website, with participant intake handled via web forms and SMS opt-in. The team consists of approximately nine staff and board members, including an Executive Director/Program Manager, Communications Manager, Resource and Partnership Manager, Job Coach/Case Manager, Office Administrator, two Community Health Workers, a Peer Support Specialist, a Bookkeeper, and an Employee Relations & Events Coordinator.

Next Move generates no service revenue from participants; all programs are free, and the organization is funded through tax-deductible donations (accepted via PayPal) and grants from Illinois state agencies, the Cook County Department of Public Health, and partner foundations. Donations over $100 receive a branded gift bag as a recognition mechanism. Pricing is therefore not a commercial lever but a compliance posture tied to its 501(c)(3) status, and the business model is best characterized as a grant- and donation-subsidized direct-service nonprofit with a multi-funder, government-anchored revenue mix.

Name

Next Move Community Services

Legal name

Next Move Community Services

Website

https://nextmovecommunity.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Next Move Community Services is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Lansing, Illinois that delivers free workforce development, lead exposure prevention, and community support programs to underserved Hispanic, Latinx, and BIPOC populations across Chicago's south suburbs and Cook County.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Lansing

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, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Donations and Grants: As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Next Move Community Services operates primarily through donations and grant funding from government agencies, foundations, and community partners. The organization accepts tax-deductible donations and offers donor recognition (donations over $100 receive a free gift bag).
2. Government Funded Programs: Workforce development programs supported by Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) and Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority (ICJIA) R3 program grants. Lead hazard reduction program funded through Cook County Department of Public Health.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Next Move Community Services is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that delivers free community programs including lead exposure awareness and prevention (lead hazard assessment, removal, and testing for qualifying Cook County residents), workforce development for individuals aged 16-32 (job readiness training, case management, placement, and wraparound support), violence prevention support groups, a Community Closet, and partner-administered certificate scholarships.

Product overview

Next Move Community Services is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization offering a portfolio of community health and workforce development programs. The core offerings include: Lead Exposure Awareness and Prevention (providing free lead hazard assessments and testing in partnership with CDC and Cook County), Workforce Development for youth ages 16-32 (case management, job training, placement services), Violence Prevention Support Groups, and a Community Closet. The organization also administers partner scholarship programs including Google Career Certificates, Coursera, and Lab Girls Phlebotomy. Community engagement events include Mom's Coffee Hour, Next Move Wears Orange, and an annual Health and Resource Fair. The portfolio functions as a coordinated service delivery model focused on health equity and workforce development for underserved minorities in Chicago's south suburbs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Lead Exposure Awareness and Prevention Program A community health initiative providing free lead hazard assessments, removal services for qualifying Cook County residents, educational workshops on lead exposure, and free lead testing through Desired Medical Services.
• Workforce Development Program A free youth employment program for individuals aged 16-32 offering case management, job readiness training, life skills, job placement support, peer support, groceries, transportation assistance, and work-ready clothing.
• Violence Prevention Support Group A free support group providing a safe, judgment-free space focused on de-escalation, stress management, emotional regulation, and domestic violence prevention with practical tools and real-life strategies.
• Community Closet A free clothing distribution service offering clothes, shoes, and accessories for toddlers through adults, available for pickup at the office.
• Google Career Certificates Scholarships Scholarships providing free access to Google-designed self-paced online training for careers in cybersecurity, data analytics, digital marketing, IT support, project management, and UX design, with connections to over 150 U.S. employers.
• Coursera Scholarship Program Scholarships through Coursera's Social Impact Program providing free access to over 10,000 courses and career certifications from top universities and companies for Cook County residents aged 16+.
• Lab Girls Phlebotomy Scholarship 100% tuition-covered scholarships for phlebotomy certification through Lab Girls Training Center for individuals aged 18-32, with hands-on training and no experience required.

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Cook County Department of Public Health (CCDPH)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to provide free lead hazard assessment and removal to qualifying Cook County residents. Next Move provides application assistance for the program and raises awareness about lead exposure prevention.
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnered with CDC alongside Cook County Department of Public Health to raise awareness around lead exposure and provide education and prevention resources.
• Desired Medical ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare partner providing free lead testing through voucher program. Located at 3224 Ridge Rd, Suite 201, Lansing, Illinois. Next Move distributes vouchers for free tests and hosts monthly coffee hours at the location.
• Lab Girls Training CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership offering 100% tuition-covered scholarships for phlebotomy certification for individuals ages 18-32. Participants must complete a workforce interest application from Next Move as well as a scholarship application from Lab Girls.
• GooglecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides Google Career Certificates scholarships through Next Move. Self-paced online training in cybersecurity, data analytics, digital marketing, IT support, project management, and UX design. Graduates can connect with over 150 U.S. employers.
• CourseracoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoursera Social Impact Program partnership providing free access to over 10,000 courses and career certifications. Next Move assists community members in finding best courses for their career goals.
• Wounded Sisters FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner organization listed among funders and supporters on the organization's partners page.
• CFW.orgminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner organization listed among funders and supporters on the organization's partners page.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• United Way of Metro Chicago: Regional funder and convener that aggregates resources for community-based nonprofits like Next Move. Serves as an ecosystem participant rather than direct competitor, and could be a funding or referral source.
• Greater Chicago Community Foundation: Regional philanthropic foundation channeling grants to community-led organizations in the Chicago area. Comparable as a funding ecosystem participant supporting workforce and health equity initiatives.

Broad incumbents

• Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago: Large multi-service social services nonprofit operating across Cook County with workforce, family support, and community programs. Adjacent but broader portfolio serving similar geographies and populations.
• Chicago Urban League: Established Chicago-based civil rights and human services nonprofit with workforce, education, and community development programs for African American and BIPOC residents. Larger incumbent operating across the same neighborhoods as Next Move.
• Heartland Alliance: Major Chicago human services organization providing workforce development, housing, healthcare, and community-based case management. Overlaps with Next Move's wraparound service model for vulnerable populations.

Emerging players

• Howard Brown Health: Chicago-based community health organization with community health worker programs and a focus on health equity for underserved populations. Comparable on the community health side, especially lead exposure and screening partnerships.

Direct peers

• Safer Foundation: Chicago-based nonprofit providing workforce development, case management, and supportive services for justice-involved and at-risk individuals. Highly comparable mission overlap with Next Move's workforce and violence-prevention focus.
• Centers for New Horizons: Chicago community nonprofit delivering family services, youth programming, workforce development, and community health support on the south and west sides. Comparable scale, community-led model, and BIPOC service population.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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