Campv

What Campv does

CampV (legally East Texas Veterans Community Council) is a nonprofit veteran services organization operating from a 20-acre campus in Tyler, Texas. It delivers free, comprehensive support services to veterans, active-duty military, reserves, National Guard, and their families across 14 North East Texas counties. Services are organized around four on-site centers: a Resource Center (counseling, VA benefits claims assistance, education, employment, housing, transportation, home health, and direct financial assistance), a Recreation Center (peer groups, social programs, the Rally Point), a Fitness Center (yoga, Pilates, Jiu Jitsu, professional strength training, accessible via a $20 key fob), and a Women's Center (Fireside Chat, MST support, MILSO support, caregiver support, self-defense classes, the She Is Sufficient program).

CampV has no proprietary technology platform; it functions as a physical community hub where veterans and families access in-person support, fitness, peer socialization, and connections to co-located partner organizations. Co-located partners include Andrews Center (behavioral health counseling), a Humana representative (insurance and benefits navigation), Smith County Service Officers (VA claims), and East Texas Workforce Solutions (employment). The facility is further augmented by specialized instructors such as Gracie Barra Jiu Jitsu and other contracted fitness professionals. The campus model is the operational core: rather than software, the "product" is a multi-service physical environment plus referral pathways.

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, CampV's revenue derives from community donations, recurring fundraising events (Rose City Airfest, Bets for Vets, East Texas Giving Day), corporate sponsorships (Trane, Eastman, Humana), and government grants (notably the Texas Veterans Commission Fund for Veterans' Assistance for the Direct Assistance Program). All services are delivered free of charge to eligible veterans and their families. The organization operates with a small paid staff (1-10 employees) supplemented by partner organization staff, contracted instructors, and volunteers.

Name

Campv

Legal name

East Texas Veterans Community Council

Website

https://campvtyler.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

CampV (East Texas Veterans Community Council) is a nonprofit veteran services organization operating a 20-acre campus in Tyler, Texas, providing free counseling, VA claims assistance, financial aid, fitness, and peer programs to veterans, active-duty military, and families across 14 East Texas counties.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Veteran Support Services

NAICS

Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (713940), Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Veterans Adult Day Programs (HSABANAH)

Keywords

• Veteran support services
• Military family assistance
• VA benefits claims help
• Community nonprofit services
• Veteran peer support programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Tyler

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Direct Assistance Program (DAP) Funding: CampV provides direct financial assistance to eligible veterans and family members for urgent needs including rent/mortgage, utilities, insurance, internet/phone, car payments, car repairs, groceries, and mobility devices. 100% of donated funds go directly to veterans in need. The program is supported by grants from the Texas Veterans Commission Fund for Veterans' Assistance.
2. Donations and Fundraising: CampV relies on community donations from individuals, businesses, and organizations. The organization holds fundraising events including Rose City Airfest, Bets for Vets, and East Texas Giving Day. Donations are collected through online platforms (qgiv) and in-person.
3. Government Grants: CampV receives grant funding from government sources including the Texas Veterans Commission Fund for Veterans' Assistance to support programs and operations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

CampV provides free, integrated resource, recreation, fitness, and support services for veterans, active-duty military, reserves, National Guard, and their families from a 20-acre campus in Tyler, TX. Core delivery occurs through four centers—the Resource Center (counseling, VA claims, Direct Assistance Program, education, employment, housing, transportation, home health), Recreation Center (social activities and peer groups), Fitness Center (free strength, yoga, Pilates, Jiu Jitsu training), and Women's Center (specialized peer groups, counseling referrals, self-defense, life-skills programs).

Product overview

CampV operates as a comprehensive Veterans service and support center offering a multi-faceted portfolio of programs. The core offerings include a Resource Center providing centralized access to counseling, financial assistance, education, employment, home health, housing, transportation, and VA benefits claims support. The Recreation Center and Fitness Center provide social and wellness facilities. The Women's Center offers specialized programming including peer groups, counseling referrals, self-defense training, health classes, and the She Is Sufficient life skills program. The organization connects Veterans to external transportation services and workforce development resources through referral partnerships. All services are delivered from a 20-acre campus in Tyler, TX serving East Texas Veterans and military families.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Resource Center Central hub providing comprehensive assistance for veterans and military personnel including counseling, direct financial assistance, education benefits, employment support, home health, housing, transportation, and VA benefits claims support. Located at 3212 W. Front St., Tyler, TX.
• Counseling Services Mental health counseling partnership with Andrews Center offering individual, couples, and family therapy for PTSD, depression, anxiety, marriage issues, anger management, grief, substance abuse, and transition support. Counselors are on-site at CampV's Recreation Center (Green Zone).
• Direct Assistance Program (DAP) Emergency financial assistance program providing funds for rent/mortgage, utilities, insurance, internet/phone, car payments, car repairs, groceries, and mobility devices for eligible veterans and family members.
• Education Services VA education benefits claims assistance covering Montgomery G.I. Bill, Veteran Readiness & Employment, Post 9/11 G.I. Bill, Hazlewood Act, and other educational programs.
• Employment Assistance Job placement support including resume building, job search, interview coaching, skills/certifications, employer partnerships, career counseling, and networking events through East Texas Workforce Solutions.
• Housing Assistance VA home loan application assistance, Loan Guaranty Service support, Specially Adapted Housing Grants, and temporary financial housing assistance for veterans and disabled veterans.
• Transportation Services Free transportation coordination for medical appointments across 14 North East Texas counties, plus connections to discounted local transportation through City of Tyler and partners including Tyler Transit R.O.S.E., GoBus/GoVet, VetRide, DAV, Veterans Transportation Program, and Angel Wings for Veterans.
• VA Benefits Claims Assistance Comprehensive VA claims filing support including compensation, home loans, education, GI Bill, debt relief, assisted living benefits, death benefits, burial benefits, and surviving spouse benefits.
• Recreation Center Social and recreational facility offering games, activities, and family-friendly space with shuffleboard, pool, video games, ping pong, and organized programs including Rally Point and peer groups.
• Fitness Center Free fitness facility for veterans offering cardio training, strength training, yoga, Pilates, Jiu Jitsu, and professional strength training sessions. Key fob required for secure entry, with well-lit parking; gym open 5:00 am - 10:00 pm.
• Women's Center Specialized support center for female veterans, service members, spouses, and caregivers providing peer groups, counseling referrals, and empowerment programs including Fireside Chat, MST Counseling, MILSO Support, Caregiver Support, Health & Wellness Classes, Self-Defense Classes, Community Connection, and She Is Sufficient life skills.
• Volunteer Program Volunteer opportunities including Veteran Advocate, Administrative Volunteer, Community Outreach, Special Projects, and Skills Training roles supporting service delivery across the campus.

Quantifiable outcome

• Hundreds of East Texas Veterans, active military, and family members helped with education claims
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Andrews CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCampV partners with the Andrews Center, a Certified Behavioral Health Clinic, to provide mental health counseling services including individual, couples, and family counseling for veterans and military families. Andrews Center staff include Jeff Hurley (Peer Service Coordinator), Annie Drew (Veterans Intake Specialist/Assistant Peer Group Coordinator), and Karlee Tittle, LPC-A (Veterans Counselor) who work on-site at CampV's Recreation Center (Green Zone).
• East Texas Workforce SolutionscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCampV partners with East Texas Workforce Solutions for veteran employment assistance. Stephen Lynch serves as Director of Community Affairs. CampV's veteran employment specialist connects clients with workforce resources including resume building, job search support, interview coaching, skills/certifications, and employer partnerships.
• Smith County Service OfficerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSmith County Veteran Service Officers including Michael Roark, Tiffany Williamson, Rebekah Olson, and Susan Fish operate from CampV's location, providing VA benefits claims assistance, pension and disability support, and general benefits guidance.
• United Way of Smith CountyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUnited Way of Smith County is listed as a supporter on CampV's website, indicating partnership in supporting community causes.
• Gracie Barra Jiu JitsuminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with local Gracie Barra gym for Jiu Jitsu program at CampV. All funds received for the Jiu Jitsu program go toward maintaining equipment on campus or assisting veterans in training at the Gracie Barra gym.
• Trane TechnologiesminorOthersCorporate supporter of CampV as displayed in supporter logos section on the website.
• EastmanminorOthersCorporate supporter of CampV as displayed in supporter logos section on the website.
• HumanaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerKimberly Shepard, Sales Representative from Humana, is listed as part of the CampV team, suggesting health insurance partnership or support for veteran healthcare needs.
• Tyler Transit R.O.S.E.minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransportation partner providing free or reduced-cost transportation options for service members and veterans in the Tyler area.
• GoBus/GoVetminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransportation partner providing transit services for veterans and service members.
• VetRideminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVA-sponsored transportation program available to CampV veterans for medical appointments and other needs.
• Disabled American Veterans (DAV)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational veterans organization providing medical transportation services accessible to CampV veterans.
• Angel Wings for VeteransminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTexas-based transportation support organization for veterans referenced by CampV.
• Carl Webb VFW Post 1799minorOthersLocal Veterans of Foreign Wars post listed as a community partner on CampV's website.
• USFHP / TricareminorOthersTricare healthcare insurance provider listed as a community partner for veteran health coverage support.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Team Rubicon: Veteran-led humanitarian organization combining disaster response with veteran reintegration. Comparable in veteran-driven mission and community-led service model, but with a different primary program focus.
• DAV (Disabled American Veterans): Large national veteran service organization offering VA benefits claims assistance, transportation, and advocacy. Directly comparable to CampV's VA claims and transportation services, particularly the Smith County Service Officer partnership model.
• The Mission Continues: Veteran service organization focused on community leadership, veteran empowerment, and connection programs. Comparable to CampV's peer group and community engagement model, though operating at national scale.
• Wounded Warrior Project: National veteran service organization delivering physical and mental health, career, and long-term support programs. Comparable in mission and holistic service stack, but with national scale and broader programmatic footprint than CampV's regional focus.

Direct peers

• Semper Fi & America's Fund: Provides immediate financial assistance and holistic support to injured and critically ill veterans and their families. Closely comparable to CampV's Direct Assistance Program (DAP) and integrated case management approach.
• Hope For The Warriors: National nonprofit providing comprehensive support including clinical health, family, and fitness programs for post-9/11 veterans. Comparable holistic service model and similar emphasis on family and caregiver support.
• Travis Mills Foundation: Operates a veterans retreat center on a dedicated campus offering recreational, fitness, and family programming for recalibrated veterans. Closest comparable to CampV's integrated campus model combining recreation, fitness, and family support services.

Emerging players

• Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA): Advocacy and support organization for post-9/11 veterans offering benefits assistance, mental health programming, and community connection. Comparable in claims assistance and peer support mission, primarily digital/advocacy-focused rather than campus-based.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/CampVTylerTX

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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M&A

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