UCP of Sacramento and Northern California

What UCP of Sacramento and Northern California does

UCP of Sacramento and Northern California is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1955 that provides services to children and adults with developmental disabilities across eight Northern California counties. The organization serves 5,804 individuals per month through a portfolio of programs including Adult Day Programs, CLASP, Family Respite, Transportation, Recreation and Therapy, UCP Camps, Saddle Pals, the Autism Center for Excellence, and the MOVE Program, supporting conditions such as cerebral palsy, autism, Down syndrome, and traumatic brain injury. Service delivery is anchored to California's regional-center funding architecture, with contracts through Golden Gate Regional Center (Supported Employment, Self-Determination) and Medi-Cal reimbursements, supplemented by donations, special events, and merchandise sales. The organization employs 501-1,000 staff and maintains GuideStar Platinum and Charity Navigator 4-star ratings.

Revenue mechanics combine government contract reimbursements for direct services, grants, individual giving, and special-event fundraising. The organization reports cumulative donations of over $4 million raised over 28 years, and it operates a for-profit subsidiary called Consult HR Services that provides human-resources consulting and acts as a social-enterprise arm funding mission delivery. Multi-stakeholder partnerships extend its reach, including collaborations with the YMCA, Achieve Tahoe, American River College, Sacramento Valley Conservancy, Sacramento Food Bank, and an international rehabilitation partnership with Mexico-based APAC CREE Diálisis for therapy-method and technology exchange. National visibility was elevated in June 2026 through a feature on All Access with Andy Garcia on 160+ Public Television channels. A CEO transition has been announced, with Donald E. Young set to depart in August 2026 after 28 years of leadership.

The business model is operationally diversified across nine discrete program lines, allowing the organization to flex service volume in response to demand spikes — demonstrated by a 4,000+ hour expansion of Family Respite during COVID-19, reaching 28,697 hours in a single month. Geographic concentration in eight counties provides depth but caps near-term expansion runway absent new contracts in adjacent regions. The mix of fee-for-service contracts and philanthropic revenue, combined with mature third-party ratings, supports stable continuity, while the planned 2026 leadership change is the most material near-term governance event.

Name

UCP of Sacramento and Northern California

Legal name

UCP of Sacramento and Northern California

Website

https://ucpsacto.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1955

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

UCP of Sacramento and Northern California is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1955 that serves 5,804 children and adults with developmental disabilities monthly across eight Northern California counties through programs including Adult Day, Respite, Camps, Autism Center, and the MOVE Program.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Disability and Social Services

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (62412), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120), Vocational Rehabilitation Services (624310)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Special Education, Disability Support & Inclusive Education Nonprofits (BPAGADAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Specialized Assisted Living for Developmental/Intellectual Disabilities (Adult) (HLADABAJ), Autism Classroom & School Program Support (Inclusion/Resource) (EDAKAKAC)

Keywords

• Disability support services
• Developmental disability programs
• Respite care services
• Nonprofit social services
• Therapeutic recreation programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Sacramento

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, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Giving: Individual and corporate donations collected through the organization's website (via DonorPerfect), direct mail campaigns, and fundraising events including the Humanitarian of the Year dinner.
2. Government Funding: Funding from regional centers (Alta California Regional Center) and government programs for respite care and disability services. The Alta Regional Center provides respite care hours to families.
3. Consult HR Services: A for-profit subsidiary providing affordable human resources solutions to businesses. The organization states it provides 100% of proceeds to UCP programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

UCP of Sacramento and Northern California is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that delivers a comprehensive suite of programs and services for children and adults with developmental disabilities across an eight-county region in Northern California. Core offerings include Adult Day Programs, CLASP independent living skills training, Family Respite care, Transportation, Recreation & Therapy, UCP Camps, Saddle Pals adaptive horseback riding, the Autism Center for Excellence (A.C.E.), and the MOVE mobility program. All services for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families are provided at no cost.

Product overview

UCP of Sacramento and Northern California is a non-profit service organization providing a comprehensive portfolio of programs and services for children and adults with developmental disabilities. The organization operates a unified service delivery model centered around core programs including Adult Day Programs, CLASP (Community Living and Support Program), Family Respite Services, Transportation, Recreation & Therapy, UCP Camps, Saddle Pals, and the Autism Center for Excellence (A.C.E.). These programs work together to help individuals with developmental disabilities achieve increased independence, productivity, and self-confidence. Additionally, UCP operates Consult HR Services as a for-profit social enterprise that generates proceeds to support the organization's non-profit programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Consult HR Services: For-profit organization providing affordable human resources solutions, helping businesses reduce risks, ensure legal compliance, and protect employees. Provides 100% of proceeds to UCP programs.

Products and services

• Adult Day Programs Daytime programs for adults with developmental disabilities providing activities, therapy, and community integration support.
• CLASP (Community Living and Support Program) Independent living program that teaches individuals with developmental disabilities life skills for greater independence, including budgeting, daily health, and safety management.
• Family Respite Services Temporary care services providing breaks for caregivers of individuals with developmental disabilities, offered in-home and out-of-home at no cost to qualifying families.
• Transportation Services Transportation services enabling individuals with developmental disabilities to access programs and community resources.
• Recreation & Therapy Programs Recreational activities including adapted sports, arts, and therapeutic experiences for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• UCP Camps Overnight and day camp experiences including Kids Camp, Adult Camp, and Family Camp with adapted activities such as kayaking, archery, zip lining, and swimming.
• Saddle Pals Adapted horseback riding program helping children, teens, and adults with developmental disabilities improve physical strength and mobility.
• Autism Center for Excellence (A.C.E.) Specialized programs and resources for individuals with autism spectrum disorders and Asperger syndrome.
• MOVE Program Mobility opportunity via education and training program using adaptive equipment like the Pacer to help individuals with disabilities improve standing and walking abilities.
• Consult HR Services For-profit human resources consulting service that provides HR solutions to businesses, with 100% of proceeds supporting UCP programs.

Named customers5 records

Segments1 record

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.

• Achieve TahoecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 April 2026Annual partnership for UCP's Adaptive Snowsports Day Trip. Each year, participants experience skiing and snowsports at Lake Tahoe through this collaboration, inviting both kids and adults of all abilities.
• YMCAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with YMCA for summer day camp programs, allowing UCP Recreation participants to join other children at YMCA's summer day camp. UCP introduced a weeklong day camp experience in addition to their yearly overnight camps through this partnership.
• Alta California Regional CentercoreOthersRegional center providing government funding for disability services. During COVID-19, Alta Regional Center increased available respite hours to 120 hours every three months for all families. UCP works with the center to provide respite care and other services.
• Alta Regional CentercoreOthersReferenced as a key resource partner for families seeking support groups and early intervention services. Provides guidance on disability resources and support networks in the Sacramento area.
• American River CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUCP clients participate in adaptive physical education classes at American River College, where they also mentor other students about disabilities.
• Pride IndustriesminorOthersReferenced as a resource for employment - one of the nation's largest nonprofit employers of people with disabilities, providing employment opportunities, training, and ongoing support.
• Special Olympics Sacramento County Track and FieldminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerJohn Almeda, a client with nonverbal autism, joined the Special Olympics Sacramento County Track and Field Team, which provided fundamentals and foundation for his running career.
• Crocker Art MuseumminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUCP participants visited the Crocker Art Museum as part of recreation and cultural enrichment activities, demonstrating community integration partnerships.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Best Buddies International: National nonprofit focused on friendship, employment, and leadership programs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Comparable in mission, target population, and reliance on community-based volunteer-driven programs.
• The Arc of California: Statewide nonprofit providing advocacy and services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Comparable in serving similar client populations and operating community-based programs funded by regional centers.
• PRIDE Industries: One of the nation's largest nonprofit employers of people with disabilities, providing employment, training, and ongoing support. Referenced as a resource partner by UCP and serves overlapping populations with a vocational/employment-focused lens.
• Life Services Alternatives: Northern California nonprofit providing residential, day program, and supported employment services to adults with developmental disabilities. Directly comparable service portfolio and regional center funding model.
• Easterseals Northern California: Disability services nonprofit operating in Northern California offering similar programs including adult day services, recreation, and therapy. Directly comparable in mission, population served, and regional footprint overlapping UCP's Sacramento-area counties.
• Hattie Larlham: Nonprofit providing residential, day, and therapy services for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Comparable in operating integrated service portfolios across the lifespan for similar populations.
• UCP of Central California: Sister UCP affiliate serving Central California with overlapping programs for individuals with cerebral palsy and developmental disabilities. Closest operational analog within the UCP affiliate network.
• Special Olympics Northern California: Provides year-round sports training and athletic competition for individuals with intellectual disabilities. UCP clients already participate through partnerships (e.g., Sacramento County Track and Field), making this a directly comparable recreation-focused peer.

Broad incumbents

• Sevita Health (formerly The MENTOR Network): Large national provider of home and community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Represents the scaled, private-pay side of the I/DD service market that UCP serves in a nonprofit capacity.
• United Cerebral Palsy (National): National umbrella organization of which UCP Sacramento is an affiliate. Provides shared branding, advocacy, and resource infrastructure but does not deliver direct services in UCP's territory.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ucpsacramento
• Facebookfacebook.com/myUCP
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ucp-of-sacramento-and-northern-california

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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