beacon housing

What beacon housing does

Beacon Housing, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded on August 20, 1996, by Jack and Bob Samuelson in Los Angeles, California, that provides affordable permanent housing, transitional housing, and education-centered supportive services for low-income households, domestic violence survivors, and families displaced by the January 2025 Eaton Fire. The operating portfolio comprises approximately 65 units across multiple properties: Garfield Agape Court (46 units in Northwest Pasadena, ≤80% AMI), Casa de Alegria (9-unit transitional program for DV survivors in Los Angeles operated jointly with Door of Hope), Lowe House (Northwest Pasadena), the Oliva Neighborhood Homes cluster in El Sereno (Matthew House, Templeton, Maycrest, ≤120% AMI), and the Pine Street project in Altadena (14 units, ≤50% AMI, under reconstruction with a $5.85M grant). Supportive services include academic enrichment programs (after-school homework club, summer enrichment), the Helping Hand grant program (up to $500 per household), and housing retention support delivered by a small team of 1-10 staff.

The business model combines three revenue streams: below-market rental income from affordable housing units (priced against HUD Area Median Income limits), charitable contributions (Venmo, website donations, Facebook Fundraisers, vehicle donations via Cars2Charities, and donated goods from ACTS Thrift Store), and grant funding for housing development. GTM is community-led: referrals come from domestic violence shelters, service agencies, faith-based partners (La Cañada Presbyterian, Lake Avenue, St. James Episcopal, Lutheran Church in the Foothills), the Beacon Housing Advocate program, newsletters, and earned media, with property applications processed through the Haven Connect waitlist platform. In 2025 Beacon Housing secured a major grant from the Altadena Builds Back Foundation and formed strategic alliances with Pasadena Community Foundation, YMCA of the Foothills, and Shepherd's Door to expand post-fire recovery and DV housing capacity.

Name

beacon housing

Legal name

Beacon Housing, Inc.

Website

https://beaconhousing.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Beacon Housing is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1996 that operates approximately 65 units of affordable and transitional housing across Pasadena, El Sereno, and Altadena for low-income households, domestic violence survivors, and Eaton Fire displaced families.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Affordable Housing Services

NAICS

Community Housing Services (62422), Temporary Shelters (624221), Child and Youth Services (62411)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Housing Assistance & Homeless Services (BPAGAEAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Domestic Violence & Abuse Support Services (BPAGAEAD), Community Centers & Neighborhood Support Services (BPAGAEAL), Family Resource Centers & Wraparound Support Services (EDACALAH)

Keywords

• Affordable housing
• Transitional housing
• Nonprofit housing services
• Domestic violence shelter
• Housing retention support

Headquarters

HQ city

Los Angeles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Rental Income: Beacon Housing generates revenue through rental payments from residents in their affordable housing properties. Rent is priced below fair market rates based on income eligibility (household income cannot exceed 50-120% of Area Median Income depending on property).
2. Donations and Charitable Contributions: The organization accepts monetary donations through their website, Venmo, checks, Facebook Fundraisers, and vehicle donations through Cars2 Charities. They also receive donated goods through ACTS Thrift Store.
3. Grant Funding: Beacon Housing receives significant grant funding for housing development projects, including a $5.85 million grant from Altadena Builds Back Foundation for rebuilding affordable housing lost in the Eaton Fire.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Beacon Housing provides affordable permanent rental housing, transitional housing for domestic violence survivors, and education-centered supportive services across multiple properties in the Los Angeles area. The organization serves low-income individuals and families, female survivors of domestic violence with children, and households displaced by the Eaton Fire through a portfolio of approximately 65+ housing units and accompanying programs such as after-school homework clubs and the Helping Hand emergency grant program.

Product overview

Beacon Housing is a nonprofit affordable housing organization that provides a portfolio of housing solutions and supportive services across the Los Angeles area. The core offerings include permanent affordable housing at properties (Garfield Agape Court, Lowe House, Matthew House, Templeton, Maycrest, Pine Street), transitional housing for domestic violence survivors (Casa de Alegria), academic enrichment programs, and emergency assistance grants (Helping Hand). Properties span Pasadena, Los Angeles (El Sereno), and Altadena. Waitlist management is handled through Haven Connect platform. The organization operates as a platform of interconnected housing and supportive services designed to help low-income households achieve housing security and stability.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Garfield Agape Court Located in Northwest Pasadena, Garfield Agape Court offers 46 units of various sizes at below fair market rates to low and very low-income individuals and families. Income eligibility is capped at 80% of Area Median Income, and the property is close to public transportation and freeways.
• Lowe House Located in Northwest Pasadena, Lowe House serves those working towards self-sufficiency and provides affordable permanent housing for low-income individuals and families.
• Casa de Alegria Transitional living program in Los Angeles serving women and children survivors of domestic violence. The early 1900s craftsman-style home has nine private bedroom and bath units. Operated as a joint project with Door of Hope. Residents enroll in educational programs for up to 24 months.
• Matthew House Located in El Sereno as part of the Oliva Neighborhood Homes portfolio. Provides affordable permanent housing for low- to moderate-income families and individuals. Includes main house and attached ADU with one 2-bedroom/1-bath unit and one 1-bedroom/1-bath unit. Income eligibility capped at 120% AMI.
• Templeton Located in El Sereno as part of the Oliva Neighborhood Homes portfolio. Provides affordable permanent housing for low- to moderate-income families and individuals. Includes main house and attached ADU with one 2-bedroom/1-bath unit and one studio/1-bath unit. Currently restricted to households displaced by the Eaton Fire.
• Maycrest Located in El Sereno as part of the Oliva Neighborhood Homes portfolio. Provides affordable permanent housing for low- to moderate-income families and individuals. Includes main house and attached ADU with one 2-bedroom/1-bath unit and one 1-bedroom/1-bath unit.
• Pine Street Located in Altadena, Pine Street will provide 14 units of affordable rental housing for very low-income families, with priority given to those displaced by the Eaton Fire. Income eligibility capped at 50% AMI.
• Academic Enrichment Programs Educational activities offered to residents and neighboring community during school year and summer months. Includes after-school homework club at some facilities to promote love of learning for young children.
• Helping Hand Program Grant funding program providing up to $500 maximum per household for certified low-income households. Priority given to current participants and alumni of Beacon Housing programs and partner organizations transitioning into permanent housing.
• Housing Retention Support Support services to help residents maintain housing stability and achieve sustainable housing independence.

Quantifiable outcome

• Served the community for 30 years since 1996
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• YMCA of the FoothillscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 October 2025Collaborative initiative with Beacon Housing and Pasadena Community Foundation to provide stable, affordable homes for Eaton Fire survivors in Northwest Pasadena.
• Shepherd's Door Domestic Violence Resource CentermajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 June 2025New collaboration to provide urgent shelter and housing for those fleeing domestic violence. Complements existing partnership with Door of Hope.
• Door of HopemajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2021Joint project to operate Casa de Alegria, a transitional housing site for mothers and children rebuilding their lives from homelessness and domestic violence.
• ACTS Thrift StoreminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDonated goods from ACTS Thrift Store are disbursed to Beacon Housing program participants based on their needs. Store credit from gently used item donations benefits residents.
• Cars2CharitiesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVehicle donation program allowing donors to easily give vehicles to Beacon Housing with tax deduction benefits. Cars2Charities handles all behind-the-scenes logistics.
• For Goodness CakesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNonprofit that provides birthday cakes for underprivileged youth, matching volunteers to bake special cakes for children in Beacon Housing programs.
• KaimoreminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOrganization promoting economic mobility through targeted professional development services for underprivileged individuals, aligned with Beacon Housing's educational support mission.
• La Cañada Presbyterian ChurchminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMinistry partner providing volunteers, referrals, and community support. One of several church partnerships in Beacon Housing's network.
• Lake Avenue ChurchminorGTM or Marketing PartnerChurch partner supporting Beacon Housing's mission through community involvement and referrals.
• Lutheran Church in the FoothillsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFaith-based partner supporting housing and community programs.
• Making Housing & Community HappenminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOrganization equipping congregations and community leaders with tools to end homelessness and stabilize housing costs through education, advocacy, and organizing.
• St. James Episcopal ChurchminorGTM or Marketing PartnerChurch partner providing community support and referrals to Beacon Housing programs.
• The Shower of HopeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOrganization providing hygiene services including showers to homeless population, complementing Beacon Housing's services for those vulnerable to homelessness.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• LA Family Housing: LA-based nonprofit providing transitional and permanent housing plus supportive services for homeless families and individuals. Directly comparable service mix and geography.
• Skid Row Housing Trust: LA-based nonprofit affordable and supportive housing provider serving formerly homeless individuals. Most directly comparable to Beacon Housing in geography, mission, and tenant population.
• LINC Housing: Long Beach-based nonprofit affordable housing developer serving LA County. Similar mission, geographic overlap, and development pipeline model to Beacon Housing.
• A Community of Friends: LA nonprofit providing permanent supportive housing for individuals experiencing homelessness and those with mental illness. Comparable supportive housing model in the same metro.
• PATH (People Assisting the Homeless): California nonprofit providing housing and supportive services for people experiencing homelessness. Comparable model of housing combined with case management and education services.
• Abode Communities: LA-based nonprofit developer of affordable multifamily housing. Comparable affordable rental housing model and geographic market to Beacon Housing's permanent housing portfolio.

Broad incumbents

• Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles: LA affiliate of a national affordable housing nonprofit. Comparable mission of affordable housing for low-income households, with broader scale and brand recognition.
• Mercy Housing: National nonprofit affordable housing developer with substantial LA presence. Comparable affordable housing mission at much larger scale; benchmark for Beacon Housing's growth trajectory.
• Enterprise Community Partners: National nonprofit affordable housing developer and policy advocate. Comparable affordable housing mission, though at much larger scale; useful benchmark for capital sources and policy exposure.

Regional players

• Union Station Homeless Services: Pasadena-based nonprofit serving homeless and low-income individuals across the San Gabriel Valley. Direct geographic overlap with Beacon Housing's Pasadena/Altadena operations.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/BeaconHousing
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/beacon-housing
• Instagraminstagram.com/beaconhousing

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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