3rd Step Ministry

What 3rd Step Ministry does

3rd Step Ministry is a 501(c)(3) faith-based nonprofit founded in 2001 and headquartered in Whittier, California, that supports women recovering from drug and alcohol addiction through events, spiritual programming, educational scholarships, and partnerships with recovery homes and churches. Its core service lines include the Annual 3rd Step Outreach Event (a large-scale luncheon serving 600+ women, with the 25th edition scheduled for September 2026), the Sisterhood Scholarship program (up to $1,000 per award, twice yearly, for tuition, books, job training, and technology), a Women's Workwear program providing professional attire for job interviews, and a referral network to five recovery homes across Southern California (Impact Recovery, Hoving Home, Allen House, Little House, and Alice's House). Supporting offerings include weekly Zoom prayer calls, a free 8-week Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) workshop, free e-Journals, and jail ministry outreach.

The ministry operates on a donation-based revenue model under 501(c)(3) status, with funding sources spanning individual and corporate donations (processed via GiveLively), an annual 'Step On The Green' golf tournament (the 2025 edition raised $77,000), Amazon book sales of 'From Addiction to Hope,' and designated scholarship gifts. Distribution is channeled through 12 partner churches, 5 recovery homes, direct event delivery, and digital channels (Wix website, Zoom, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube). Services are free to women in residential recovery programs, with a $30 ticket for outpatient participants and a $25 goodie bag subsidy model. The organization runs with 1-10 employees and a volunteer board, and is led by Founder and Chairwoman Maria Camarillo.

Name

3rd Step Ministry

Legal name

3rd Step Ministry

Website

https://3rdstepministry.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

3rd Step Ministry is a 501(c)(3) faith-based nonprofit founded in 2001 that supports women recovering from drug and alcohol addiction in Southern California through annual outreach events, educational scholarships, workwear assistance, and a referral network of five recovery homes and twelve partner churches.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Faith-Based Addiction Recovery Services

NAICS

Religious Organizations (8131), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Faith-Based Social Services & Community Outreach (Food Pantries, Shelters, Counseling) (BPAGAJAG)

Keywords

• Faith-based recovery support
• Addiction recovery ministry
• Women's recovery services
• Nonprofit recovery outreach
• Recovery scholarship programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Whittier

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, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: Individual and corporate donations through GiveLively platform. The organization has a Future Fund for monthly donors to ensure steady funding. Donations are tax-deductible under 501(c)(3) status.
2. Golf Tournament Fundraiser: Annual 'Step On The Green' golf tournament with individual ($225) and team ($800) registration packages including meals and swag bags. The 2025 tournament raised $77,000.
3. Book Sales: Sale of the book 'From Addiction to Hope: Stories of Healing, Wholeness & Everyday Recovery.' 100% of proceeds go directly to support 3rd Step Ministry efforts. A book is also donated to a woman in recovery for each book purchased.
4. Sisterhood Scholarship Program: Scholarship awards of up to $1,000 per award (given twice yearly) for tuition, books, job training, and technology for women in recovery pursuing education. Funded through designated donations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

3rd Step Ministry is a faith-based nonprofit that supports women recovering from drug and alcohol addiction through an annual outreach event, transitional housing referrals, a 12-step spiritual program, the Sisterhood Scholarship (up to $1,000 per award twice yearly), a Women's Workwear Program for job readiness, published resources, and free virtual workshops and prayer calls. Services are free for women in residential recovery programs and operate across Southern California through a network of 12 partner churches and 5 partner recovery homes.

Product overview

3rd Step Ministry is a faith-based nonprofit offering a comprehensive suite of recovery support services for women. The core offerings include the Annual 3rd Step Outreach Event (a large-scale luncheon for women in recovery), the Sisterhood Scholarship (education and job training financial support up to $1,000 per cycle), the Women's Workwear Program (professional attire for employment), and a Recovery Homes referral network. Supporting services include the published book 'From Addiction to Hope,' free e-Journals for mindfulness practice, the Trust-Based Relationships Workshop (8-week TBRI-based program), Weekly Prayer Calls, Goodie Bags (hygiene and spiritual supplies), the annual Step On The Green Golf Tournament fundraiser, Adopt-a-Home church partnerships, and Jail Ministry. The ministry serves women in Southern California, primarily in the Los Angeles area, through partnerships with local churches, recovery homes, and community organizations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Annual 3rd Step Outreach Event Annual large-scale outreach event for women recovering from substance abuse, featuring welcome party, sit-down luncheon, inspirational program, and gift bags. Free for women enrolled in a residential recovery program; $30 for outpatient participants. The 25th annual event is scheduled for September 26, 2026 at Quiet Cannon Event Center in Montebello, CA, serving 600+ women annually.
• Sisterhood Scholarship Program Education and job training scholarship for women in recovery, awarding up to $1,000 per cycle twice yearly. Funds may be used for tuition, books, job training, technology, or school supplies, with mentorship and ongoing community support included.
• Women's Workwear Program Professional work attire program providing women in recovery with professional clothing for job interviews and new employment. Operates through partner organizations to serve women re-entering the workforce in Southern California.
• From Addiction to Hope (Book) Ministry's first published book containing testimonials from women impacted by 3rd Step Ministry who experienced life-changing recovery through faith in Jesus Christ. Available for purchase on Amazon; 100% of proceeds support the ministry, with a book donated to a woman in recovery for each purchase.
• Recovery Homes Referral Network Partnership network connecting women in recovery to residential recovery homes including Impact Recovery (Pasadena), Hoving Home (Pasadena), Allen House (Santa Fe Springs), Little House (Bellflower), and Alice's House (Whittier). Ministry acts as liaison between women and recovery residences.
• Step On The Green Golf Tournament Annual golf tournament fundraiser held at Candlewood Country Club with individual ($225) and 4-person team ($800) registration packages including golf carts, lunch buffet, banquet ticket, silent auction, and swag bag. The 6th annual event is scheduled for April 27, 2026 and raised $77,000 in 2025.
• Trust-Based Relationships Workshop Free 8-week virtual workshop delivered via Zoom teaching Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) principles developed by Dr. Karyn Purvis and Dr. David Cross. Covers empowering, connecting, and correcting principles for caregivers and individuals who have experienced childhood adversity.
• Weekly Prayer Call Weekly recurring prayer call held on Zoom providing ongoing spiritual support and community connection for women in recovery.
• Goodie Bags Reusable tote bags provided to women at events containing hygiene products, journal, devotional, Bible, and snacks. $25 per bag supplies one woman with a month's worth of products.
• e-Journals Free downloadable digital journals including '30 Days of Thankfulness' and '25 Days of Joy' seasonal journals with daily prompts for mindfulness and gratitude practice during holidays.
• Adopt-a-Home Program Church partnership program connecting local congregations with recovery homes. Women's groups visit homes quarterly with curriculum, crafts, and materials provided by 3rd Step Ministry.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 600 women served at annual events
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Whittier Area ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner church providing community support and volunteer resources for 3rd Step Ministry's outreach events and programs in the Whittier area.
• Dream City ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner church with multiple locations (Whittier and Signal Hill campuses) supporting the ministry's mission through volunteers and community outreach.
• Zoe Christian FellowshipcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner church supporting recovery outreach and ministry programs in the local community.
• Pico Rivera Bible ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner church providing volunteer support and community connections for women in recovery programs.
• Saddleback Church Whittier CampuscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLarge church network providing resources and volunteers for recovery ministry programs.
• Cottonwood Church (Los Alamitos & Long Beach)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMulti-campus partner church supporting ministry events and outreach in the Los Alamitos and Long Beach areas.
• Spirit Life Community ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner church supporting women in recovery and community outreach efforts.
• Regency Christian Center InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner church providing support for recovery ministry and community service programs.
• Living FaithcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner church in La Mirada supporting the ministry's outreach and volunteer efforts.
• New Harvest Christian FellowshipcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner church supporting recovery outreach in the Norwalk area.
• My Friend's HousecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner church providing support for women in recovery in the Whittier community.
• Evergreen Baptist Church SGVcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner church in La Puente supporting ministry programs and community outreach.
• Impact RecoverycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRecovery home in Pasadena providing residential services for women in recovery. 1680 N Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103. Addressed through ministry events and support.
• Hoving HomecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRecovery home in Pasadena (127 South El Molino Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101) serving women in addiction recovery. Partnered through ministry events and resources.
• Allen House (LA CADA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRecovery home in Santa Fe Springs (10425 S. Painter Avenue, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670) providing residential treatment services for women.
• Little HousecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRecovery home in Bellflower (9718 Harvard St, Bellflower CA 90706) serving women in addiction recovery through residential programs.
• Alice's House (LA CADA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRecovery home in Whittier (14100 Glengyle Street, Whittier, CA 90604) providing residential services for women in recovery.
• ValverdeminorOthersBusiness partner supporting 3rd Step Ministry through corporate sponsorship and donations.
• Casa TeresaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization providing support for women in recovery, aligned with the ministry's mission.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• MusiCares: Nonprofit safety net supporting musicians with addiction recovery and health services. Tangentially comparable as a recovery-focused nonprofit with a defined beneficiary community, though oriented to the music industry.

Direct peers

• Last Door Recovery Society: Faith-based men's recovery program in British Columbia using a 12-step, Christ-centered model. Directly comparable approach to recovery, although 3rd Step Ministry focuses specifically on women in Southern California.
• Rescue Mission Alliance: Faith-based nonprofit providing meals, shelter, and recovery services to people experiencing homelessness and addiction. Comparable faith-based recovery and community outreach model, though broader in scope.
• Pure Life Ministries: Faith-based residential discipleship and recovery program for adults struggling with addiction. Comparable Christ-centered, biblically-based approach to recovery with structured residential and outreach components.
• Celebrate Recovery: Church-based 12-step recovery ministry launched at Saddleback Church, using a Christ-centered program with weekly meetings and curriculum. Comparable delivery model: faith-anchored recovery content delivered through a partner-church network.
• Portland Fellowship: Faith-based recovery ministry offering long-term residential and support programs through a Christ-centered 12-step approach. Comparable model: faith-anchored recovery with structured community support.
• Teen Challenge USA: National faith-based addiction recovery program operating residential centers and outreach ministries. Directly comparable to 3rd Step Ministry in its Christ-centered, 12-step-aligned approach to addiction recovery, though at a much larger scale.

Broad incumbents

• Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation: Large nonprofit addiction treatment provider offering residential, outpatient, and recovery services, including a 12-step-based philosophy. Comparable recovery focus but operates as a clinical, broad-incumbent provider.
• The Salvation Army: Major faith-based nonprofit offering addiction recovery, transitional housing, and social services nationally. Comparable mission to 3rd Step Ministry but with a much broader portfolio and substantially larger footprint.
• Volunteers of America: National nonprofit providing recovery housing, behavioral health, and social services. Comparable services to women in recovery, but operates at a far larger scale with secular funding and government contracts.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC-lWs01_7ojFmkm2PCGy34A
• Facebookfacebook.com/3rdstepministry
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/3rd-step-ministry
• Instagraminstagram.com/3rdstepministry

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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