NOMO Foundation

What NOMO Foundation does

NOMO (New Options More Opportunities) Foundation is a Philadelphia-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit established in 2010 that delivers trauma-informed, community-based programs to youth ages 12–24 and families impacted by violence, poverty, and systemic barriers. Its service portfolio is organized around six core pillars (Workforce Development, Career & Technical Education, Housing, Financial Literacy, Justice-Impacted Youth & Adults, and Social-Emotional Learning) supported by wraparound case management, and supplemented by specialized initiatives such as the Driving Initiative, STEM Camp, Healthy Living, and Women's Health programming. The organization operates three physical locations in Philadelphia (NOMO North, NOMO South/Vocational Training Center, and NOMO West/Tom Reid Village) and delivers services in-person at no cost to participants.

The underlying "technology" is primarily a trauma-informed, relationship-centered service methodology rather than a software platform; NOMO has no app, SDK, API, or proprietary digital product. Its revenue model is entirely grant- and donation-funded: since 2020 the organization has received approximately $6.4 million across three government streams ($2.4M Philadelphia city grants, $2.9M federal TANF funds, $1.1M Pennsylvania state public-safety grants), supplemented by charitable donations processed through Donorbox from individuals, foundations, and corporate partners. Notable funders include the City of Philadelphia, Sixers Youth Foundation, Focus for Health, SEPTA's NET, Vaseline, and Dress for Success Greater Philadelphia.

The organization has reported serving 5,000+ youth and families since 2010, with 143 youth enrolled and 245 course enrollments logged in 2025 alongside a 60% employment rate among working-aged participants (75% among adjudicated youth). NOMO faces significant financial headwinds: an IRS tax lien, five lawsuits totaling $418,000 in unpaid rent, staff layoffs, and the termination of its affordable housing program have collectively signaled a financial collapse even as core programs continue to operate. Outcome reporting and program expansion have continued (e.g., Driving Initiative producing 17 licenses and 46 permits in one month), but governance and financial control weaknesses flagged by city grant administrators as early as 2021 remain unresolved.

Name

NOMO Foundation

Legal name

NOMO Foundation

Website

https://nomofoundation.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

NOMO Foundation is a Philadelphia-based nonprofit established in 2010 that provides trauma-informed workforce development, housing, justice-impacted, and social-emotional programs to youth ages 12–24 and families affected by violence, poverty, and systemic barriers, funded almost entirely by government grants and charitable donations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth & Family Community Services

NAICS

Child and Youth Services (62411), Other Individual and Family Services (624190)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090)

akta.pro primary industry

Youth Justice, At-Risk Youth & Violence Prevention Nonprofits (BPAGADAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Wraparound Student Support & Case Management Services (At-Risk K–12) (EDAJAEAJ), Youth & Young Adult Workforce Programs (Out-of-School Youth) (EDAAAOAD), Youth Mental Health, Counseling & Wellbeing (Education-Linked) Nonprofits (BPAGADAK)

Keywords

• Youth workforce development
• Restorative justice services
• Community housing assistance
• Youth development programs
• Nonprofit social services

Headquarters

HQ city

Philadelphia

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. City Grants: Philadelphia city grants for anti-violence programs. Received $2.4 million in city grants since 2020.
2. Federal TANF Funds: Federal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) funds. Received $2.9 million in federal TANF funds since 2020.
3. State Public-Safety Grants: Pennsylvania state public-safety grants. Received $1.1 million in state public-safety grants since 2020.
4. Donations: Charitable donations from individuals, foundations, and corporate partners. Accepts donations through Donorbox platform.

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

NOMO Foundation delivers community-based, trauma-informed programs and wraparound services to youth ages 12–24 and families in Philadelphia through six core pillars: Workforce Development, Career & Technical Education, Housing, Financial Literacy, Justice-Impacted Youth & Adults, and Social-Emotional Learning. Services are provided free of charge across three physical locations and are funded by government grants and charitable donations.

Product overview

NOMO Foundation is a community-based nonprofit organization offering a portfolio of trauma-informed, incentive-based programs and services for youth ages 12-24 and families in Philadelphia. The organization operates through six core pillars: Workforce Development, Career & Technical Education (CTE), Housing Program, Financial Literacy, Justice-Impacted Youth & Adults, and Social-Emotional Learning. These pillars are supported by foundational services including Case Management, Job Placement, Housing Assistance, Legal Assistance, and Mental Health Support. Specialized initiatives including the Driving Initiative, STEM Camp, Healthy Living Initiative, Women's Health, and Community Events complement the core programming. All services are coordinated through individualized wraparound case management to guide participants from immediate need to long-term independence.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Workforce Development Program Foundational pathway for youth ages 12–24 providing personalized employment plans including resume building, job applications, mock interviews, workplace readiness, and college/trade school navigation.
• Career & Technical Education (CTE) Hands-on skills training in high-demand industries including Fashion Design, Music Engineering, Gaming, Aesthetics, Barbering & Cosmetology, Business training, Electrical training, Nail Technician, Sewing, and Midwifery programs.
• Housing Program Stability services for unhoused or at-risk youth ages 16–24 including emergency shelter referrals, housing navigation, rapid rehousing, and rental assistance coordinated through OHS.
• Financial Literacy Program Practical financial skills education covering budgeting, saving, credit, banking, taxes, business finance basics, QuickBooks exposure, and first-time homebuyer education.
• Justice-Impacted Youth & Adults Program Restorative support for justice-involved youth and adults including legal assistance, expungement clinics, victim advocacy, family reunification, education access, and career training.
• Social-Emotional Learning Integrated emotional development programming across all NOMO programs including Safe Dates, Guys Talk/Girls Talk, S.M.A.R.T. Program, Gun Violence Support & Intervention, and free therapy services.
• Case Management & Wraparound Support Individualized guidance providing assessments, goal planning, ongoing advocacy, and coordination across education, employment, housing, and health systems.
• Job Placement & Workforce Support Employment services including resume development, interview preparation, job application support, employer connections, professional readiness, and employment retention support.
• Housing Assistance & Navigation Housing support services including referrals, program matching, transitional and rapid rehousing options, rental assistance coordination, and independent living skill development.
• Legal Assistance & Advocacy Access to legal support including free legal consultations, court accompaniment, advocacy, and referrals to trusted legal partners for representation at low or no cost.
• Social-Emotional & Mental Health Support Trauma-informed emotional well-being support including individual, family, and group therapy referrals, crisis intervention, and rapid response support.
• Driving Initiative Transportation access program supporting youth in obtaining driver's licenses through permit study support, road safety education, and personalized driving preparation. Outcomes include 17 licenses and 46 permits in one month.
• Healthy Living Initiative Health promotion combining nutrition education with large-scale food distribution and wellness-focused programming for youth and families.
• Food & Resource Distribution Mass distribution events including YouthsGiving (100+ families), Back-to-School Pep Rally (150+ youth and families), and Winter Celebration seasonal support.
• STEM Camp Summer learning program serving youth ages 8–13 with hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math experiences including educational excursions to events like Youth STEM Fest.
• Women's Health Initiative Women's well-being programming including support groups, educational workshops, and collaborative events such as the 'Period Party' partnership with Women's Health Alliance.
• Community Events Program Seasonal and ongoing community gatherings including Annual Back-to-School Prep Drive, Winter Celebration, Youth & Friendsgiving Events, Job Resource Fairs, Mental Health Fairs, MLK Day Community Resource Fair, College Tours, and Youth Stay Safe Saturday trips.

Quantifiable outcome

• 5,000+ youth and families impacted since 2010
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SEPTA's NET (Neighborhood Engagement Team)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration for MLK Day Community Resource Fair providing multi-day community activation with essential resources, wellness support, and community connection
• VaselineminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate partnership for MLK Day Community Resource Fair supporting distribution of hygiene products, winter necessities, and critical resources
• Dress for Success Greater PhiladelphiacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to open outlet closet location at NOMO West, providing professional clothing and career support services to NOMO participants
• Rhymes With ReasonminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTechnology and educational support partner providing programs to NOMO youth
• ODAATminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity organization partnership supporting youth transformation and success
• Horizon HouseminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration for mobile housing assessments supporting homeless youth in Philadelphia's homeless management system
• Women's Health AllianceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for 'Period Party' women's health initiative providing care packages, education, and supportive spaces focused on dignity, health, and access
• Local 332minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLabor union partnership supporting workforce development initiatives
• Philadelphia 76ersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNBA team partnership through Sixers Youth Foundation for youth empowerment initiatives

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• ODAAT (One Day At A Time): Philadelphia-based nonprofit providing recovery, reentry, and youth support services to individuals impacted by addiction, incarceration, and poverty. Directly comparable mission, geography, and population served to NOMO Foundation, and is named as an active NOMO partner organization.
• Congreso de Latinos Unidos: Philadelphia-based nonprofit offering workforce development, social services, education, and youth programs to low-income Latino and other Philadelphia families. Comparable city-level scope, mixed population, and integrated workforce-plus-social-service model.
• Valley Youth House: Philadelphia-region nonprofit delivering housing, counseling, workforce, and life-skills services to youth and young adults experiencing homelessness, justice involvement, or trafficking. Closely aligned mission, geography, and wraparound service model.
• JEVS Human Services: Philadelphia nonprofit providing workforce development, vocational training, behavioral health, and community services to at-risk youth and adults. Comparable workforce-development focus, urban geography, and government-grant revenue model.
• Horizon House: Philadelphia-based human services organization serving individuals with intellectual disabilities, mental health needs, and homelessness. Overlapping case-management and housing-navigation services, and an active NOMO partner.
• Philadelphia Youth Network (PYN): Philadelphia-area intermediary focused on connecting opportunity youth to education and employment pathways. Comparable city-level focus on workforce outcomes for at-risk youth and overlapping funder ecosystem (city, state, federal).
• Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia: Philadelphia affiliate of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, providing youth development, education, career exploration, and community programming. Comparable youth-development mission, multiple physical sites, and city-level funding relationships.

Broad incumbents

• Covenant House: National nonprofit operating shelter, housing, workforce, and education programs for homeless and trafficking-impacted youth. Comparable youth-housing and workforce model at national scale, providing a broader benchmark for service design.
• Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence: National youth-mentoring nonprofit with Philadelphia-region programming. Comparable youth-development and protective-factors orientation, with a national brand that overlaps with NOMO's social-emotional learning pillar.

Regional players

• Larkin Street Youth Services: San Francisco-based nonprofit providing housing, education, employment, and wellness services to homeless and at-risk youth. Highly comparable wraparound service portfolio, but operates in a different geographic market from NOMO.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@nomofoundation6359
• Facebookfacebook.com/nomofoundation
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/nomofoundation
• Instagraminstagram.com/nomo_foundation

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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