Tomball Emergency Assistance Ministries (TEAM)

Name

Tomball Emergency Assistance Ministries (TEAM)

Legal name

Tomball Emergency Assistance Ministries (TEAM)

Website

https://teamtomball.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1986

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Emergency Assistance and Social Services

NAICS

Community Food Services (624210), Emergency and Other Relief Services (624230), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Food Assistance & Nutrition Relief (Emergency Feeding) (BPAGAAAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Emergency Shelter, Camp Management & Non-Food Items (NFI) (BPAGAAAC)

Keywords

• Emergency assistance services
• Food pantry distribution
• Community social services
• Resale thrift shop
• Faith-based nonprofit ministry

Headquarters

HQ city

Tomball

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Resale Shop Proceeds: The TEAM Resale Shop sells gently-used donated goods including clothing, furniture, baby gear, books, home decor, kitchenware, sporting goods, and more. 100% of resale shop revenues support ministry operations and assistance to clients.
2. Individual and Corporate Donations: TEAM accepts one-time and monthly recurring donations from individuals and businesses. The organization reports that over 90% of every dollar donated is used directly to assist clients. TEAM also receives corporate sponsorships for its annual fundraiser.
3. Member Church Contributions: TEAM's member churches (21 churches) contribute monthly to the organization. The amount is determined by each individual church, ranging from $35 to $1,200 per month according to partnership materials.
4. Grants and Foundation Awards: TEAM receives grant funding from organizations including The Starbucks Foundation (Neighborhood Grant of $1,000 for three consecutive years), the Houston Food Bank, United Way, and other foundations. TEAM receives no government funding.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

TEAM is a volunteer-driven nonprofit providing free emergency assistance to qualifying low-income families in the Tomball, Texas area. Services include food pantry distribution, financial help with rent and utilities, medical/dental/vision vouchers, clothing and household goods through the Resale Shop, job counseling, and seasonal holiday programs. The organization also operates a 10,000 sq ft Resale Shop whose proceeds help fund operations.

Product overview

Tomball Emergency Assistance Ministries (TEAM) is a volunteer-driven nonprofit organization that operates as a community assistance ministry, not a technology product company. The organization offers a portfolio of social services including: an Assistance Ministry providing emergency financial aid, rent assistance, and utility support; a Food Pantry distributing groceries sourced from the Houston Food Bank; a Resale Shop (The Shop in Tomball) generating proceeds to fund operations; a Jobs Ministry offering employment counseling; and seasonal holiday programs. These services are delivered through in-person operations and a basic website for donations and information. Over 90% of donations go directly to client assistance. The organization has five full-time employees and relies heavily on volunteer support.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Assistance Ministry Emergency assistance program providing financial help with rent, utilities, medical/dental/vision care, auto repairs, clothing vouchers, and job counseling to qualifying low-income families residing in Tomball zip codes 77375 or 77377 or within Tomball ISD boundaries. Clients apply in person on Tuesdays from 10 am to 2 pm with required documentation and are interviewed by volunteer caseworkers.
• Food Pantry Food assistance program distributing groceries to eligible families every three weeks. Operates Tuesdays 10 am – 2 pm and Thursdays 10 am – 12 pm. Food is sourced primarily from the Houston Food Bank at nominal cost, supplemented by community food drives, donations, and Amazon Wish List purchases.
• TEAM Resale Shop (The Shop in Tomball) Thrift retail store in a 10,000 sq ft facility selling gently-used donated goods including clothing, furniture, baby gear, books, home decor, kitchenware, and sporting goods. Open Tuesday – Saturday from 10 am – 5 pm at 300 W Main Street, Tomball. Veterans receive 20% daily discount; seniors (60+) receive 25% discount every Wednesday. 100% of resale revenues support ministry operations and client assistance.
• Jobs Ministry Employment assistance program providing job search advice, resume help, resource referrals, and job counseling for clients seeking employment. Designed to help families recover from financial crisis through sustainable income.
• Thanksgiving and Christmas Programs Seasonal holiday assistance programs providing food and gifts to qualifying families in need during the Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons. Includes the Families Feeding Families community-wide Thanksgiving celebration hosted by Salem Lutheran Church since 2010, during which TEAM distributes winter coat vouchers.
• Tomball Benevolence Network (TBN) Network designed to expand TEAM's services to include home and auto repair and other peripheral services for clients. Coordinates volunteers and resources for additional non-financial assistance needs.

Quantifiable outcome

• $485,093 in food and financial assistance provided in fiscal year October 2024 – September 2025
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

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Partnerships

36 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Bayou City FellowshipcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember church that provides monthly financial contributions to TEAM and has representation on the Board of Directors. One of 21 member churches anchoring TEAM's faith-based network.
• Equip ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember church that provides monthly financial contributions to TEAM and has representation on the Board of Directors.
• First Baptist Church of TomballcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember church that provides monthly financial contributions to TEAM and has representation on the Board of Directors.
• First Presbyterian Church of TomballcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember church that provides monthly financial contributions to TEAM and has representation on the Board of Directors.
• Fountain of Love Church of God in ChristcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember church that provides monthly financial contributions to TEAM and has representation on the Board of Directors.
• Graceview Baptist ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember church that provides monthly financial contributions to TEAM and has representation on the Board of Directors.
• Greater New Solomon TemplecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember church that provides monthly financial contributions to TEAM and has representation on the Board of Directors.
• Harvest Community ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNew member church that hosted a food drive for TEAM's food pantry in September 2024, donating six baskets full of food.
• Klein United Methodist ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember church that provides monthly financial contributions to TEAM and has representation on the Board of Directors.
• Real Life MinistriescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember church that provides monthly financial contributions to TEAM and has representation on the Board of Directors.
• Redeemer ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember church that provides monthly financial contributions to TEAM and has representation on the Board of Directors.
• Saint Timothy's Anglican ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember church that provides monthly financial contributions to TEAM and has representation on the Board of Directors.
• Salem Lutheran ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember church that hosts the annual Families Feeding Families community-wide Thanksgiving celebration since 2010. TEAM provides winter coat vouchers to families during this event.
• Southwinds BaptistcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember church that provides monthly financial contributions to TEAM and has representation on the Board of Directors.
• Spring Cypress Presbyterian ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember church that provides monthly financial contributions to TEAM and has representation on the Board of Directors.
• The Episcopal Church of the Good ShepherdcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember church whose Junior Coworker Committee donated over 100 winter coats to TEAM in 2024. Provides monthly financial contributions and Board representation.
• Tomball Bible ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember church that provides monthly financial contributions to TEAM and has representation on the Board of Directors.
• Tomball Methodist ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember church that provides monthly financial contributions to TEAM and has representation on the Board of Directors.
• Windwood ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember church that provides monthly financial contributions to TEAM and has representation on the Board of Directors.
• Woodlands Methodist / CreeksidecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember church that provides monthly financial contributions to TEAM and has representation on the Board of Directors.
• Zion Lutheran ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember church that provides monthly financial contributions to TEAM and has representation on the Board of Directors.
• H-E-BcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMajor sponsor of TEAM's annual fundraiser and provides in-kind donations. Named as a presenter at the 2021 fundraiser with keynote speaker Scott McClelland, President of H-E-B.
• Honda of TomballcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerLong-time sponsor of TEAM's annual fundraiser. Previously employed Dandi Daniels (now TEAM Community Relations Manager) as a top salesperson and relationship builder.
• Klein Funeral HomecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of TEAM's annual fundraiser and community supporter.
• Magnolia Funeral HomecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of TEAM's annual fundraiser, including presenting a donation match challenge with Addison Funeral Homes at the 2021 fundraiser.
• HCA Houston Healthcare TomballcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of TEAM's annual fundraiser, provides school supplies, holiday donations, and hosts the TEAM/pastors' breakfast.
• Houston Methodist WillowbrookcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of TEAM's annual fundraiser.
• Houston Food BankcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTEAM serves as a distribution outlet for the Houston Food Bank. TEAM purchases most of its food at nominal cost from the Food Bank, which is the primary source for TEAM's food pantry.
• ADIM MediaminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerWebsite development partner that built TEAM's website. Sponsor of TEAM's annual fundraiser.
• Lone Star College – TomballminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnered with TEAM to create a video highlighting TEAM's history and accomplishments. Video department students, led by Monte Darland, produced the video. Lone Star College also provides volunteer Days of Service.
• The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day SaintsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides food donations, volunteers, and Care grants and toys for TEAM's programs.
• Chick-fil-A TomballminorGTM or Marketing PartnerConducts annual canned food drives for TEAM. Hosted 4th Annual Canned Food Drive in June 2025 offering free Chick-fil-A sandwiches in exchange for canned food donations.
• KrogerminorGTM or Marketing PartnerParticipates in the Kroger Community Rewards Program, where shoppers can link their Kroger Plus card to TEAM (organization #BV535) and a portion of purchases is donated to TEAM.
• AmazonminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTEAM maintains an Amazon Wish List for its Food Pantry. Shoppers can purchase items directly from TEAM's wish list to donate.
• Cypress-Woodlands Junior ForumminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides volunteers, food donations, and monetary support to TEAM. Volunteers work in the food pantry separating bulk items into family-size portions.
• Girl Scout Troop #111095minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDonated three grocery carts full of food to TEAM's Food Pantry in August 2024 to help manage increased need during summer months.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Houston Food Bank: Largest food bank in the U.S. and TEAM's primary food supplier. Operates the broader procurement/distribution network that TEAM's pantry plugs into. Comparable on the food-distribution side but at vastly larger scale.

Direct peers

• Interfaith of The Woodlands: Faith-based nonprofit providing emergency assistance (food, rent, utilities, clothing) to residents of South Montgomery County, immediately adjacent to TEAM's Tomball service area. Operates a similar church-network governance model with multiple member congregations and volunteer-driven casework.
• Northwest Assistance Ministries (NAM): Large multi-service community assistance nonprofit in northwest Harris County providing food, rent/utility help, medical/dental, ESL, and senior services. Most directly comparable to TEAM in mission and service mix, just at a significantly larger scale.
• The Salvation Army Greater Houston: Faith-based emergency assistance nonprofit offering rent, utility, food, and holiday programs across the Houston metro. Comparable in mission and service portfolio, with a much larger regional footprint.
• Katy Christian Ministries: Faith-based, church-supported emergency assistance nonprofit serving the Katy/west Houston area. Provides a near-identical service portfolio (food pantry, rent/utility help, resale shop, crisis counseling) and operates as a regional peer to TEAM.
• Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston: Faith-based emergency assistance provider offering rent/utility help, food, refugee services, and case management across the Greater Houston area. Directly comparable in service mix to TEAM's Assistance Ministry.
• Montgomery County Food Bank: Regional food bank serving Montgomery County (which includes Tomball). Operates a similar food-distribution mission through partner pantries; comparable to TEAM's food pantry wing but at a county-wide scale.
• Goodwill Houston: Operates a network of thrift/resale retail stores whose proceeds fund job training and community programs. Closest analog to TEAM's Resale Shop social-enterprise funding model, in the same Houston market.
• Society of St. Vincent de Paul: Faith-based, parish-anchored emergency assistance network providing rent, utility, food, and furniture aid. St. Vincent de Paul's parish-conference model is structurally similar to TEAM's member-church network.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/teamtomballtexas
• Instagraminstagram.com/teamtomballtexas
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/tomball-emergency-assistance-ministries-inc

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles21 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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