GOOD SHEPHERD SHELTER OF LOS ANGELES

What GOOD SHEPHERD SHELTER OF LOS ANGELES does

Good Shepherd Shelter of Los Angeles is a 501(c)(3) non-profit founded in 1977 by the Sisters of the Good Shepherd as the first dedicated domestic violence shelter in Los Angeles. It operates a single campus in Los Angeles County delivering an integrated set of nine services to mothers and children fleeing domestic violence: 13 transitional housing units with stays of up to 10 months, case management, trauma-informed therapy, an on-site K-5 elementary school, adult learning, legal assistance, child watch, spiritual support and an aftercare program, plus a Summer Camp for children in shelter.

The business model is donation- and grant-funded rather than commercial. Revenue is generated through individual donations, an annual signature gala (the 2026 "Brave Enough to Bloom" event scheduled October 11, 2026 at the Garland Hotel in North Hollywood), corporate partnerships, and foundation and government grants. Institutional supporters named in the inputs include Johnny Carson Foundation, William H. Hannon Foundation, Bob & Dolores Hope Foundation, Thomas & Dorothy Leavey Foundation, QueensCare, Sikand Foundation, Mitsui USA Foundation, BMG, Morrison & Foerster, Sheppard Mullin, Banc of California, Knights of Columbus and the Sisters of the Good Shepherd, among others. The shelter holds Council on Accreditation status for 30+ years and a 4-Star Charity Navigator rating, and reports a 98% program completion/success rate for families served.

Since October 1, 2019, Good Shepherd Shelter has operated as a program of Catholic Charities of Los Angeles, Inc. (CCLA), the parent 501(c)(3) that delivers more than 850,000 services annually to over 100,000 individuals in the region. Leadership comprises Rev. Monsignor Gregory Cox as Executive Director, with a programs team led by Program Director Deana Payne, Mental Health Coordinator Marlene Ruiz, Director of Development Jaqueline Miller, School Supervisor Ina Cowo, Case Manager Tania Lopez and Shelter Manager Raquel Toscano. The organization reports 11–50 employees and is headquartered at 1531 James M. Wood Blvd., Los Angeles.

Name

GOOD SHEPHERD SHELTER OF LOS ANGELES

Legal name

Catholic Charities of Los Angeles, Inc.

Website

https://goodshepherdshelter.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1977

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Good Shepherd Shelter of Los Angeles is a 501(c)(3) operating a 13-unit transitional housing campus in LA County for mothers and children fleeing domestic violence, delivering nine integrated services including on-site K-5 schooling, trauma therapy, legal aid and aftercare under the Catholic Charities of LA umbrella.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Los Angeles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: Tax-deductible donations from individuals supporting the shelter's mission to break the generational cycle of domestic violence.
2. Annual Gala Fundraising: Annual gala events (Gala 2025, Gala 2024, Gala 2023) serve as the organization's most important fundraising events, raising tax-deductible gifts for resident programs and services.
3. Corporate Partnerships: Corporate sponsors and partners contribute financially through Mission Partners Giving Society, including Founders Society ($10,000+ lifetime giving), Circle of Friends ($1,000+ annual giving), and other tiers.
4. Foundation and Government Grants: Support from foundations, corporations, local, state, and federal government agencies that believe in breaking the cycle of domestic violence.
5. Summer Camp and Program Fees: Donation-based funding for Summer Camp programming with suggested donation tiers ($50, $150, $500, $1,500) to support activities for children.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Good Shepherd Shelter provides long-term residential shelter in 13 individual furnished apartment units for up to ten months, combined with trauma-informed therapy, case management, an on-site K-5 elementary school, an adult learning center, pro bono legal assistance, child watch for children ages 0-4, spiritual support, and an aftercare program designed for mothers and children healing from domestic violence.

Product overview

Good Shepherd Shelter operates a comprehensive domestic violence intervention program consisting of nine integrated service components: transitional housing with 13 furnished apartments, case management, trauma-informed therapy, an on-site K-5 elementary school, adult learning center, legal assistance (via Legal Aid Foundation partnership), Child Watch for children ages 0-4, spiritual support, and an aftercare program. The shelter also offers seasonal summer camp programming. All services are designed to break the generational cycle of domestic violence through a holistic, trauma-informed approach serving mothers and their children.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Transitional Housing / Resident Apartments Long-term shelter program providing 13 fully furnished individual apartment units where families can reside for up to ten months while healing from domestic violence. Targeted at mothers with young children fleeing domestic violence in Los Angeles County.
• Case Management Case managers work with mothers to create action plans, set short and long-term goals, and provide linkages to outside social, legal, medical, and financial services. Provided to resident mothers at the shelter.
• Trauma-Informed Therapy Therapeutic program for families including individual and group therapy that seeks to repair emotional and psychological damage caused by domestic violence through healthy coping skills and communication strategies. For mothers and children in residence.
• Good Shepherd Elementary School On-site elementary school offering common-core curriculum for K-5 enrichment with transferable credits, providing individualized attention and trauma-informed activities for children who are often below grade level due to trauma. For children of resident mothers.
• Adult Learning Center Educational program for mothers covering family health and nutrition, parenting, first aid, self-defense, yoga, stress management, money management, computer training, job acquisition skills, and GED tutoring. For resident mothers.
• Legal Assistance Pro bono legal assistance referrals through partnership with Legal Aid Foundation, co-located onsite, to ensure safety and legal rights of mothers and children, including court accompaniment. For resident mothers and children.
• Child Watch On-site child care for children ages 0-4 while mothers attend appointments or classes, supporting children's social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and language development through purposeful and creative play. For children of resident mothers.
• Spiritual Support Spiritual support services including reflection sessions, mission effectiveness monthly staff sessions, and personal spiritual ministry for mothers, children, and staff. For resident families and staff.
• Aftercare Program Post-shelter support program providing community-building events, holiday events, and in-kind donations to help families make successful transitions to the larger community. For families who have completed the residential program.
• GSS Summer Camp Summer camp program offering sports, outdoor games, arts and crafts, educational games, creator kits, and field trips to help children regain confidence and continue their healing journey. For children of shelter residents and aftercare families.

Quantifiable outcome

• 98% of families who complete the program move forward to live violence-free lives
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Legal Aid FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPro bono legal assistance referrals provided through partnership with Legal Aid Foundation, co-located on-site to ensure safety and legal rights of mothers and children.
• Sisters of the Good ShepherdcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFounded by the Sisters of the Good Shepherd in 1977; organization came into Catholic Charities of Los Angeles' family on October 1, 2019; Sisters continue as mission partners and advisors.
• Catholic Charities of Los Angeles, Inc. (CCLA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGood Shepherd Shelter became part of CCLA family on October 1, 2019. CCLA provides administrative support, fundraising infrastructure, and operational oversight.
• Garland HotelminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnual gala venue hosting Good Shepherd Shelter's most important fundraising event.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• Volunteers of America Los Angeles: Large LA-based social services nonprofit operating family housing, DV programs, and supportive services. Comparable LA service area and family/housing mission at broader scale.
• National Domestic Violence Hotline: National nonprofit operating the primary U.S. domestic violence hotline with resource referral and safety planning. Adjacent in DV mission, with a referral-driven relationship to local shelters like Good Shepherd.
• Safe Horizon: Large New York-based victim services organization offering domestic violence shelters, hotlines, and counseling across a broader portfolio. Comparable service categories at meaningfully larger scale.

Regional players

• Interval House: Orange County, California domestic violence shelter offering emergency and transitional housing. Comparable DV mission serving a neighboring but distinct Southern California geography.
• The People Concern: Los Angeles social services nonprofit providing housing, supportive services, and DV assistance across multiple programs. Comparable LA-area mission and beneficiary population.

Direct peers

• Jenesse Center, Inc. Los Angeles-based domestic violence shelter and supportive services provider for women and children fleeing abuse. Directly comparable mission, geography, and service model to Good Shepherd Shelter.
• Haven Hills: San Fernando Valley-based domestic violence shelter providing emergency and transitional housing, counseling, and case management for survivors. Operates in the same LA County service area as Good Shepherd Shelter.
• YWCA Greater Los Angeles: Los Angeles YWCA chapter operating domestic violence services, housing, and empowerment programs for women and families. Directly comparable DV service offerings in the same geography.
• Rainbow Services: Los Angeles-based domestic violence organization offering emergency shelter, transitional housing, and support services. Directly comparable DV service mission and LA focus.
• House of Ruth (Maryland): Multi-program domestic violence organization providing shelter, transitional housing, and counseling for survivors. Comparable comprehensive DV service model to Good Shepherd Shelter.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/gsshelter

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Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

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