Warrior Healing Center

What Warrior Healing Center does

Warrior Healing Center (WHC) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization founded in 2018 in Sierra Vista, Arizona, by retired Air Force Colonel Dr. Tim Kirk. The organization serves veterans in Cochise County and Southern Arizona — a rural region ranking third in the nation for veterans per capita — through a one-stop-shop service delivery model that co-locates 50+ partner organizations under a single roof. Core services include Psychological First Aid crisis intervention, case management, food security via the Warrior Pantry, housing support, employment assistance through ARIZONA@WORK, mental health matching, service dog training programs, and community-building activities such as art therapy, music, cycling, and gardening.

WHC operates on a 100% volunteer-staffed model with no paid salaries at any level, from the board of directors to front desk volunteers. The organization sustains approximately $7,000/month in operating costs entirely through grassroots community donations and small unrestricted grants, explicitly avoiding federal funding that would require sharing veteran information with government agencies. Technology infrastructure is minimal — a Wix-hosted website, Microsoft Forms-based intake system, and standard social media channels — with service delivery fundamentally dependent on human relationships and co-located partner capacity rather than technology platforms. Since 2018, WHC has sustained 60 veteran intakes per month for 16 consecutive months, accumulating nearly 3,000 total service requests, and recently received the Pro Football Hall of Fame Award of Character for its founder — the first veteran ever so recognized.

Name

Warrior Healing Center

Legal name

Warrior Healing Center

Website

https://warriorhealingcenter.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Warrior Healing Center is a 501c3 nonprofit in Sierra Vista, Arizona, providing crisis intervention, case management, and community-based veteran services through a one-stop-shop center housing 50+ partner organizations and a 100% volunteer staff, serving Cochise County veterans at zero cost.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Veteran Services

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (62412), Community Food and Housing, and Emergency and Other Relief Services (6242), Vocational Rehabilitation Services (62431)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Military & Veterans Public Health Departments (HLAJAAAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Veterans Adult Day Programs (HSABANAH)

Keywords

• Veteran support services
• Crisis intervention
• Case management
• Community outreach
• Suicide prevention

Headquarters

HQ city

Sierra Vista

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Community Donations: The organization is 100% grassroots and volunteer-staffed, funded entirely by community donations. 100% of every dollar donated goes to support local veterans. The organization budgets expenditures only for facility, utilities, veteran support operations, and veteran activities.
2. Small Grants: WHC accepts small grants that don't have strings attached - specifically avoiding federal grants that would require sharing veteran information with government agencies.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Warrior Healing Center is a nonprofit veteran services organization that provides free crisis intervention, case management, and coordinated access to more than 50 partner organizations under one roof in Sierra Vista, Arizona. It serves veterans in Cochise County through a physical community center offering Psychological First Aid intake, daily support activities (food pantry, computer lab, library, AV studio, community rec room), and outreach programs addressing veteran suicide, isolation, food and housing insecurity, and unemployment.

Product overview

The Warrior Healing Center (WHC) is a nonprofit 501c3 organization offering a unified platform of veteran support services in Sierra Vista, Arizona. The organization operates as a one-stop-shop model, housing over 50 partner organizations under one roof to provide coordinated crisis intervention, case management, and community-based support services. Core offerings include Psychological First Aid crisis intervention, Command & Control coordination of veteran service organizations, and comprehensive daily activities including the Warrior Pantry food program, Victory Healing Garden, Computer Lab, Military Library, AV Studios, and Community Rec Room. The organization focuses on addressing veteran suicide through community connection rather than clinical treatment, providing practical support including food security, financial education, housing assistance, and social cohesion activities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Crisis Intervention (Psychological First Aid) Program

Quantifiable outcome

• 60 veteran intakes per month for 16 consecutive months (nearly 3,000 requests)
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

29 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Air Force Association, Cochise County ChaptercoreOthersLocated in Suite 6. AFA's mission is to promote dominant U.S. Air & Space Forces as the foundation of a strong National Defense; to honor and support Airmen, Guardians, and their Families; and to remember and respect enduring Heritage.
• American Association of Retired Persons (AARP)coreOthersProvides free tax preparation for the community at WHC from February 1 - April 15 each year. Coordinates with Warrior Healing Project as a Qualified Charitable Organization (QCO code: 22467) for Arizona state tax credits.
• American Veterans (AMVETS)coreOthersLocated in Suite 22. National Congressionally-chartered veterans service organization representing 20 million veterans. Works with WHC to provide scholarships for high school seniors who are children or grandchildren of active duty service members and veterans.
• ARIZONA@WORKcoreOthersLocated in Suite 3. Supports veterans by providing employment and job training programs. Eligible veterans receive priority services in job referrals and training. Local DVOP specialist Anthony Gilliard provides services at WHC.
• Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association (CVMA) Chapter 32-4coreOthersLocated in Suite 44. Promotes patriotism, honor and selfless service. Provides basic necessities for veterans in need, support at memorial services, veteran organization security, and scholarships for combat-wounded veterans and dependents.
• EndeavorscoreOthersLocated in Suites 2 and 4. Provides Homeless Veteran Reintegration Program (HVRP) with one-on-one case management services including housing assistance, job preparation, and connection to vocational training programs.
• Hero P.A.W.S.coreOthersLocated in Suite 14. Matches veterans and first responders with rescue dogs and trains handlers with their dogs so the dogs can become service animals at no cost to the veteran.
• Heroes Healing Heroes Outdoors (H3O)coreOthersLocated in Suite 2. Provides fully-assisted hunting and outdoor expeditions for disabled veterans and disadvantaged first responders, promoting healing through camaraderie and nature.
• Marine Corps League - Thunder Mountain Detachment #1283coreOthersLocated in Suite 22. Preserves traditions and interests of the USMC. Collaborates with veteran organizations at WHC, organizes scholarships for veterans and their families, and coordinates annual Toys for Tots drive.
• Primavera Foundation - Project Action for Veterans (PAV)coreOthersLocated in Suites 17, 18 and 21. Provides case management, temporary financial assistance and wrap-around services through SSVF program to help veterans obtain or maintain housing stability. Covers Cochise, Graham, Greenlee, Santa Cruz and Pima counties.
• Soldier's Best Friend (SBF)coreOthersLocated at WHC. Pairs and trains service dogs with eligible veterans at no cost to the veteran, touching 2 lives at once - the veteran and the rescue dog.
• Team RubiconcoreOthersLocated in Suite 15. Veteran-led humanitarian organization that responds to and rehabilitates communities after disasters. Aids and leads community betterment projects as part of WHC.
• Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC)coreOthersProvides business training and counseling services to active duty personnel, veterans, and military spouses who want to start and grow small businesses. Offers Boots to Business class at WHC.
• Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) - Cochise County Chapter 1093coreOthersLocated in Suite 43. Works to care for local veterans who served in and during the Vietnam War, providing camaraderie and social support along with assistance for challenges faced by this generation of veterans.
• Warrior Education & Assistance ProjectcoreOthersLocated in Suite 7. Provides financial literacy seminars, estate planning assistance, VA benefits guidance, and help navigating bureaucratic processes for veterans and their families.
• Warrior PantrycoreOthersLocated in Suites 28 and 38. Food pantry opened in 2019 to assist veterans in need of nutrition support. Managed by volunteers who coordinate food donations and creative programs to ensure veteran families have food.
• Angelstorm's Warrior Legacy ProjectminorOthersLocated in Suite 27. Creates podcasts with veterans and produces printed posters and transcribed interviews with local veterans through photography and media.
• Arizona Healthcare Training InstituteminorOthersLocated in Suites 19 and 39. Provides phlebotomy training at WHC for individuals seeking an Arizona Phlebotomy Technician Certificate.
• Back to CenterminorOthersLocated in Suite 31. Provides belly dancing classes twice weekly, offering physical activity, laughter, and music for veterans.
• Cochise Linux User Group (CLUG)minorOthersLocated in Suite 20. Manages a computer lab at WHC where veterans can utilize internet for job searching, education, and resources. Donates computers with Linux installed to veterans.
• Flutes for VetsminorOthersMusical group of veterans meeting weekly to learn Native American Flute. Completing 12 classes earns a hand-carved wooden flute.
• Healing with ArtminorOthersLocated in Suites 10 and 19. Provides crafting classes twice monthly on Tuesday mornings, helping pull veterans out of their own heads through creative activities.
• Health from HomeminorOthersLocated in Suite 35. Local Army veteran and Nurse Practitioner Jason Steinberg offers weekly office hours at WHC to assist veterans with health concerns.
• Phantom Lounge StudiominorOthersCreated to give veterans a voice through podcasting and livestream communications. Open to all veterans, families, and veteran organizations.
• Rising Eagle StudiosminorOthersLocated in Suite 26. Veteran-focused podcasting and livestream studio helping veterans and veteran organizations get their message out across social media platforms.
• Synergy Home CareminorOthersLocated in Suite 23. Provides personal assistance, companionship, live-in care, and end-of-life comfort care to help people move forward safely and confidently.
• Thistle-Rose Healing EnergiesminorOthersLocated in Suite 8. Teaches QiGong and Tai Chi classes at the Center, and provides Reiki treatments at no charge for veterans and family members.
• VeloVets Sierra VistaminorOthersVeteran cycling group meeting Wednesday and Saturday mornings for rides, camaraderie, and community coffee shop visits. Emphasizes participation for veterans of all abilities.
• Victory Healing GardenminorOthersLocated in the backyard. Veterans and volunteers grow nutritious produce and herbs in raised beds, supplementing the Warrior Pantry. Created by Girl Scout Junior Troop 104.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Marine Corps League: National Marine Corps veterans organization with local detachments (Thunder Mountain Detachment #1283 co-locates at WHC). Comparable as a local VSO providing camaraderie, scholarships, and community service, though tied specifically to Marine Corps veterans.

Direct peers

• Team Red White & Blue: Veteran nonprofit focused on building community connections and combating veteran isolation through local chapter events, fitness, and social activities. Closely comparable to WHC's community-led, anti-isolation approach to veteran suicide prevention, though operates a national chapter model rather than a single physical hub.
• Team Rubicon: Veteran-led disaster response and community resiliency nonprofit that co-locates at WHC. Comparable in veteran-led mission and community-service orientation, and operates the type of programming (disaster response, community betterment) that WHC helps deliver to local veterans.
• Soldier's Best Friend: Nonprofit that pairs rescue dogs with veterans and trains them as service dog teams. Originated WHC founder Tim Kirk's personal experience, and is co-located at WHC. Directly comparable as a veteran support service partner, with overlapping audience of veterans and complementary service model.
• Endeavors: Nonprofit providing Homeless Veteran Reintegration Program (HVRP) with one-on-one case management, housing assistance, and job preparation. Co-located at WHC. Directly comparable in veteran case management and housing-focused services, with federal funding that WHC deliberately eschews.
• Stop Soldier Suicide: Nonprofit specifically dedicated to reducing military and veteran suicide through one-on-one case management and peer support. Directly comparable to WHC in its suicide-prevention focus and case management model, though Stop Soldier Suicide operates nationally and integrates clinical/therapy resources.

Broad incumbents

• AMVETS (American Veterans): National congressionally-chartered veterans service organization with 20M+ members, providing scholarships, advocacy, and benefits support. Co-located at WHC. Comparable in the broader veteran service organization space, though AMVETS operates a national membership and policy advocacy model versus WHC's local one-stop-shop.
• Wounded Warrior Project: One of the largest U.S. veteran service nonprofits, providing physical/mental health programs, career counseling, and long-term support to post-9/11 veterans. Comparable to WHC in veteran suicide prevention mission and case management focus, but operates at national scale with paid staff and a multi-hundred-million-dollar budget versus WHC's volunteer rural model.
• Vietnam Veterans of America: National congressionally-chartered VSO providing camaraderie, advocacy, and benefits support to Vietnam-era veterans. Co-located at WHC. Comparable as a traditional VSO offering local chapter support and social connection, though focused on a specific veteran generation.

Emerging players

• Heroes Healing Heroes Outdoors (H3O): Smaller nonprofit providing fully-assisted hunting and outdoor expeditions for disabled veterans and disadvantaged first responders, co-located at WHC. Directly comparable in using recreation/outdoor therapy to support veteran healing, with a more focused use case than WHC's broader service hub.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@WarriorHealingProject
• Facebookfacebook.com/HonorThoseServe354
• Instagraminstagram.com/warriorhealingcenter
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/warrior-healing-project

Compliance2 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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