TURTLE WING FOUNDATION

What TURTLE WING FOUNDATION does

Turtle Wing Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN 45-3822942) headquartered in Schulenburg, Texas, that provides direct financial aid and access to therapeutic, educational, and social services for individuals with learning challenges in rural Texas. Founded in 2011 by DeeAnn Hooper in memory of her son Jackson Allan Hooper, the foundation serves families across Fayette, Lavaca, and Colorado counties through a curated Provider Network of 20+ local therapy, tutoring, counseling, and recreational service providers, supplemented by a Parent Support Network enrolling over 1,000 families. In its most recently reported year, the foundation provided direct financial aid to 323 individuals, funding 3,583 therapy sessions, 553 tutoring sessions, 306 social skills sessions, and 787 afterschool, counseling, and family outing sessions.

The foundation operates a community-led go-to-market model, relying on word-of-mouth referrals, partnerships with local schools and healthcare providers, and grassroots awareness through social media (Facebook, Instagram), community events (Monster Dash, Jack's Birthday Bash, Turtle S'Wing golf fundraiser, Turtle Wing Toast), and corporate-matched giving campaigns (Chuck Brown Ford's annual Make our Match of up to $5,000 since 2018, and the end-of-year Giving Wings campaign with combined $10,000 matching from J Bar B Foods and Freyburg Hall). Revenue is generated entirely through individual donations, foundation grants (including Texas Women's League, Stanzel Family Foundation, Carl C. Anderson Family Foundation, Walmart Community Grants, Dickson-Allen Foundation, Union Pacific Foundation, Texas Commission on the Arts, Dallas Stars Foundation, Schmidt Family Foundation, and Sanford Schmid Trust), corporate matching campaigns, and a small branded merchandise shop selling items priced $5–$25. All services to families are provided free of charge. There is no proprietary technology platform; operations are run by a lean team led by Executive Director Destiny Siptak.

Cumulatively, the foundation has invested over $2,000,000 in services and supported over 100,000 sessions over the last ten years, with the most recent five years accounting for over $1,000,000 and over 25,000 sessions—indicating an accelerating run-rate. Strategic emphasis is on deepening the rural Texas Provider Network, expanding service coverage into Lavaca County, and adding new program lines such as Turtle Tweens, Hatch Ahead, equine riding therapy, daycare collaboration, and arts programming.

Name

TURTLE WING FOUNDATION

Legal name

Turtle Wing Foundation

Website

https://turtlewingfoundation.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Turtle Wing Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in rural Texas that funds and coordinates therapeutic, educational, and social services for individuals with learning challenges across Fayette, Lavaca, and Colorado counties through a Provider Network of 20+ local providers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Schulenburg

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 Contributions: Individual donors contribute to the foundation's mission through direct donations, online giving platforms, and mail-in contributions. Donations are tax-deductible as the organization is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
2. Grants and Foundation Funding: Receives grants from foundations and organizations including Texas Women's League, Stanzel Family Foundation, Carl C. Anderson Family Foundation, Walmart Community Grants, and others for specific programs such as Early Intervention, Supplemental Services, Arts for Rural Texas, and more.
3. Corporate Matching Campaigns: Corporate sponsors match donations during specific campaign periods, such as the annual Make our Match campaign (Chuck Brown Ford matching up to $5,000) and end-of-year Giving Wings campaign (J Bar B Foods and Freyburg Hall matching up to $10,000).
4. Merchandise Sales: Sells branded merchandise including t-shirts ($15), hats ($20-25), car decals ($5), canvas bags ($15), and letterman patches ($20) through an online shop to generate additional revenue and promote awareness.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Turtle Wing Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit resource hub that connects families with children who have learning challenges in rural Texas to a vetted local Provider Network of therapists and tutors, provides direct financial aid to fund therapy sessions (ABA, speech, occupational, physical, and hippotherapy), tutoring, social skills, and after-school programming. It also awards Supplemental Service and Academic Scholarships, hosts fundraising events and annual matching donation campaigns, and sells branded merchandise to support its mission. All services are provided free of charge to eligible families; the organization is funded through donations, grants, corporate matching sponsorships, events, and merchandise sales.

Product overview

Turtle Wing Foundation is a nonprofit organization (501(c)3) that operates as a resource hub providing a coordinated network of emotional, educational, and therapeutic resources for individuals with learning challenges in rural areas. The organization connects families to a Provider Network of approved service providers, funds therapeutic services (ABA Therapy, Speech Therapy, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy), and offers academic and social skills programs. The Foundation also runs major annual fundraising events (Turtle S'Wing, Monster Dash, Turtle Wing Toast, Jack's Birthday Bash), seasonal campaigns (Make Our Match, Giving Tuesday, End of Year Giving Wings), and operates a merchandise shop selling branded apparel and accessories. Additionally, the Foundation provides Supplemental Service Scholarships and Academic Scholarships for qualifying families and students.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Resource Hub and Family Support Services A resource hub connecting families who have children with learning challenges to therapeutic, educational, and social services in rural Texas; includes a Parent Support Network with over 1,000 families enrolled and provides family outings and educational opportunities for beneficiaries served free of charge.
• Therapeutic Services Funding Direct financial aid funding for therapy sessions including ABA Therapy, Speech Therapy, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Hippotherapy for eligible individuals with learning challenges; funded last year 3,583 therapy sessions through this program.
• Provider Network A network of 20+ vetted service providers in Fayette, Lavaca, and Colorado counties that provide services beneficial to those with learning challenges, including ABA therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, counseling, academic tutoring, and social skills programs.
• Academic Programs Programs including academic tutoring, academic coaching, and learning labs to help participants grow in their ability to learn and progress in their education, serving 553 tutoring sessions last year.
• Social Skills Programs Social skills groups and programs providing opportunities for individuals to create and maintain friendships, interact properly in social situations, and have enriching experiences equivalent to their peers, supporting 306 social skills sessions last year.
• Aged-Out Programming Services for young adults who have aged out of traditional programs, helping them transition and continue receiving support as they move beyond school-age programming.
• After School Programs After school programs, counseling, and family outings providing ongoing support and enrichment activities for enrolled families.
• Supplemental Service Scholarships Scholarships to help families who struggle to access early intervention, supplemental, or educational services for their children with learning challenges.
• Academic Scholarships Scholarships available to seniors in Fayette, Colorado, and Lavaca Counties for post-secondary education.
• Turtle Wing Merchandise Shop Online shop selling branded merchandise including t-shirts (Limited Edition 15th Year, Military Green and Tan Foundation, Navy and Green Heart, White Foundation, Fly, You Are Seen, Property of Turtle Wing, Turtle Wing Logo, Heart), hats, canvas bags, car decals, and letterman jacket patches to generate awareness and additional revenue.

Quantifiable outcome

• 323 individuals received direct financial aid last year, enabling 3,583 therapy sessions, 553 tutoring sessions, 306 social skills sessions, and 787 afterschool/counseling/family outing sessions
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Provider Network (Answers Now, Beyond Therapy, And Then, and others)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNetwork of 20+ local service providers including ABA therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, counseling, academic tutoring, and social skills programs serving families in Fayette, Lavaca, and Colorado counties.
• Local Restaurants and Coffee Shops (JayDeez, T&T Super Donuts, Jack & Mary's, Tillie's, Sweet Chic Boutique, Frontier Rodeo Coffee, and others)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity collaboration for Autism Acceptance Month where local businesses feature Turtle Wing-themed menu items to raise awareness and support for the foundation's mission.
• Second Chance EmporiumminorOthersSupport for Social Skills Outing Groups, providing community-based activities for enrolled families.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• National Autism Association: National nonprofit focused on autism awareness, family support, and safety. Comparable to Turtle Wing's autism-related programming (ABA therapy funding, family support) but operates nationally with broader advocacy mandate.
• Special Olympics Texas: Statewide nonprofit providing athletic training and competition for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Overlapping population with Turtle Wing's beneficiaries, but focused on sports-based programming rather than therapy/education funding.
• Easter Seals Central Texas: Established nonprofit providing disability services including therapy, vocational training, and family support across Texas. Comparable in mission to Turtle Wing but operates at significantly greater scale with broader geographic reach and program portfolio.
• Variety - the Children's Charity of Texas: Texas-based nonprofit serving children with disabilities through financial assistance, adaptive equipment, and program funding. Comparable to Turtle Wing's model of providing direct financial aid to families with children who have special needs.

Direct peers

• Any Baby Can: Austin-based nonprofit serving children with special needs and their families through therapy, education, and family support services. Comparable to Turtle Wing as both provide direct financial aid and resource navigation for families with children facing developmental challenges in Texas.
• Children's Association for Maximum Potential (CAMP): Texas-based nonprofit serving children and adults with developmental disabilities through therapeutic recreation and social skills programs. Comparable to Turtle Wing's focus on social skills, therapy access, and community-based support for individuals with learning challenges.
• Hope for Three: Texas nonprofit supporting families affected by autism through financial assistance, resources, and community awareness. Highly comparable to Turtle Wing as both serve rural/small-town Texas families with autistic children through direct financial aid for therapies.

Regional players

• Make-A-Wish Foundation of Central & South Texas: Texas regional chapter of national nonprofit granting wishes to children with critical illnesses. Operates in a similar Texas geography and uses comparable community fundraising/event model, though serving a different beneficiary profile than Turtle Wing.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/turtlewingfoundation
• Instagraminstagram.com/turtlewingfoundation
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/turtle-wing-foundation

Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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Investments

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