Eayikes

What Eayikes does

Eayikes is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2013 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California. The organization designs and operates a portfolio of community-building programs centered on courage, compassion, and childlike wonder. Its offerings span youth programs (Wilderwonder, an overnight camping experience for ages 13-20), adult programs (Campout, Wondershops, Peace and Healing Center), a card game product (Soulversations), and a COVID-19 mutual aid initiative (Home-y Made Meals, which has delivered over 165,000 meals). Content programming extends to Here & Now on Twitch (EayikesTV), airing every Monday at 8pm Pacific.

The organization operates with a community-led, volunteer-driven model rather than a proprietary technology platform. Programs are delivered in-person across Los Angeles, Orange County, and Angeles National Forest, and through digital channels (Twitch, newsletter, blog). Eayikes mobilizes a volunteer network of approximately 400 chefs and 130+ drivers for food distribution and coordinates with 20+ community partners including Polo's Pantry, Creating Justice LA, Skid Row People's Market, Skid Row Coffee, The Row Church, and The Hip Hop Smoothie Shop.

Eayikes generates revenue through donations from individuals and corporate partners rather than program fees, as all services are offered free to participants. Go-to-market relies on grassroots organizing, social media engagement (Instagram @eayikes), earned media coverage in regional outlets (LA Times, LA Public Press, LA Taco, GOOD Magazine), and word-of-mouth referrals from volunteers and community members. Leadership comprises Executive Director Alex Yoon, Board Chair Kyle Dineen, Culture Director Ray Ricafort, and Membership Director Sonia Park.

Name

Eayikes

Legal name

Eayikes

Website

https://eayikes.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Eayikes is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2013 in Los Angeles that delivers community-building programs including youth camping (Wilderwonder), adult workshops (Wondershops, Campout), mutual aid food delivery (Home-y Made Meals), and a Skid Row resource center, funded by donations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Social Services

NAICS

Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) (721214), Child and Youth Services (62411), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAMALAA

Multi-Activity Enrichment Camps (Academic + Arts + Sports)

Education/Supplemental & Enrichment Programs (Arts, STEM, Language)/Summer & Holiday Enrichment Camps (Multi-Activity, Academic)

SECONDARYEDAMALAO

Life Skills & SEL Camps (Confidence, Executive Function, Social Skills)

Education/Supplemental & Enrichment Programs (Arts, STEM, Language)/Summer & Holiday Enrichment Camps (Multi-Activity, Academic)

Keywords

• Community building programs
• Youth development services
• Mutual aid initiatives
• Nonprofit community services
• Social emotional learning

Headquarters

HQ city

Los Angeles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations: Eayikes operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (Tax ID: 46-2395125) and generates revenue primarily through donations from individuals, corporate partners, and supporters. Donations are solicited through the website via bit.ly/2ZkqpRw and bit.ly/3GlwOwO links.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Eayikes is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that organizes youth and adult community programs, mutual aid activities, and signature events. Its offerings include Wilderwonder (3-day overnight youth camp for ages 13-20), Campout (annual 3-day adult camping festival in Angeles National Forest), Wondershops (immersive workshops in LA/Orange County and digital spaces), Home-y Made Meals (volunteer-powered mutual aid meal distribution), the Peace and Healing Center in Skid Row, the Soulversations conversation card game, and Here & Now weekly programming on EayikesTV (Twitch).

Product overview

Eayikes is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2013 offering a portfolio of community-building programs centered on courage, compassion, and childlike wonder. Its offerings span youth programs (Wilderwonder, an overnight camping experience for ages 13–20), adult programs (Campout, Wondershops, Peace and Healing Center), a card game product (Soulversations), and a COVID-19 mutual aid initiative (Home-y Made Meals, which has delivered over 165,000 meals). Content programming includes Here & Now on EayikesTV/Twitch. The organization operates at the intersection of social-emotional learning, community healing, and civic engagement.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Soulversations A card game designed to bring humans closer together through deeper conversations and better relationships. Targeted at adults seeking meaningful connections; the online store was closed at time of review with buyers directed to contact Eayikes directly.
• Home-y Made Meals COVID-19 mutual aid program powered by volunteers who prepare, deliver, and serve homemade meals to vulnerable neighbors in Los Angeles. Delivered over 165,000 meals in partnership with Polo's Pantry, mobilizing nearly 400 volunteer chefs and 130+ volunteer drivers.
• Wilderwonder A 3-day overnight camping experience for youth ages 13-20 from diverse backgrounds and socio-economic statuses, designed to foster childlike wonder, develop social-emotional learning skills, and build community with peers.
• Campout An annual 3-day/2-night camping trip for adults (21+) in Angeles National Forest featuring community building, creative workshops, nature activities, self-development sessions, and camp meals.
• Wondershops Workshops held in Los Angeles, Orange County, and digital spaces that bring adults together to experience Eayikes. Topics vary and may feature guest presenters; designed to provide belonging, healing, and empowerment.
• Peace and Healing Center A resource center in Skid Row, Los Angeles, providing economic, social, and environmental healing in an inclusive, accessible space. Operates in partnership with Creating Justice LA, The Hip Hop Smoothie Shop, Skid Row People's Market, Skid Row Coffee, The Row Church, and Polo's Pantry.
• Here & Now (EayikesTV) A live program on Twitch (EayikesTV) airing every Monday at 8pm Pacific, serving as a space for lifelong learning, compassion-building, and community dialogue. Open to community members to share experiences, art, spoken word, and other creative content.

Quantifiable outcome

• 165,000+ meals served to vulnerable communities
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Polo's PantrycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPolo's Pantry is a mobile food pantry dedicated to helping unhoused and marginalized communities in L.A. The partnership with Eayikes created the Home-y Made Meals program, which has served over 165,000 meals. Melissa from Polo's Pantry has been essential in connecting Eayikes to key partners, funding sources, and distribution networks throughout the city.
• Creating Justice LAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCreating Justice LA is the lead organization behind the Peace and Healing Center in Skid Row, Los Angeles. Eayikes is a named partner in this initiative that provides economic, social, and environmental healing in an inclusive, accessible, and equitable space for Skid Row residents.
• Skid Row People's MarketminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the Creating Justice LA Peace and Healing Center, providing community resources and programming for Skid Row residents.
• Skid Row CoffeeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the Creating Justice LA Peace and Healing Center, contributing to the third space concept for community healing.
• The Row ChurchminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the Creating Justice LA Peace and Healing Center, providing spiritual and community support.
• The Hip Hop Smoothie ShopminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the Creating Justice LA Peace and Healing Center, contributing nutritious food and drink offerings.
• The HundredsminorOthersThe Hundreds donated proceeds from their mask sales to support the Home-y Made Meals program, contributing to the 10,000 meals milestone.
• AcederacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcedera created a logistics team with Eayikes of hundreds of volunteers that handle everything from preparing meals to distributing them, enabling the scaling of Home-y Made Meals during the pandemic.
• Getting Grounded CommunityminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAlyssa from Getting Grounded Community championed Soulversations card game and provided positive feedback about how it helped her connect with friends and fiancee.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles: Operates youth programs, adult wellness programs, and camping experiences in the Los Angeles area. Most directly comparable to Eayikes on the youth development + adult community programming combination, with the added scale advantage of a national brand.
• Camp Fire: National youth development organization focused on camp and outdoor experiences combined with SEL and community engagement. Closely comparable to Eayikes' Wilderwonder and Campout programs on youth camping combined with social-emotional outcomes.
• 4-H: Youth development organization delivering camp and enrichment programming with leadership, life skills, and community service components. Highly comparable to Eayikes' youth programming model that combines outdoor experiences with personal development.
• Food Forward: Los Angeles-based nonprofit that recovers surplus produce and distributes to communities in need via volunteer-powered logistics. Closely mirrors the Home-y Made Meals model on volunteer-driven food distribution and LA geography.
• Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Los Angeles: LA-based youth mentoring organization supporting youth development through one-on-one relationships and community programming. Comparable to Eayikes on youth-focused personal development mission in the Los Angeles market.
• Covenant House California: LA-based nonprofit serving youth experiencing homelessness and trafficking through housing, SEL, and community programs. Both an actual Eayikes partner and a peer organization operating youth and community service programs in Los Angeles.

Broad incumbents

• Boys & Girls Clubs of America: National youth development organization running afterschool programs, summer camps, and SEL programming for ages 6-18. Comparable to Eayikes on youth development mission and program structure, but operates at vastly greater scale across the country.
• LA Regional Food Bank: Large-scale Los Angeles food distribution nonprofit serving millions of meals annually through partner networks and volunteer mobilization. Operates in the same food security space as Home-y Made Meals but at substantially greater scale.
• Points of Light: National nonprofit focused on volunteer mobilization and civic engagement. Comparable to Eayikes' people-powered, volunteer-driven model at a broader, national scope.

Regional players

• Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles: Los Angeles affiliate of Habitat for Humanity running volunteer-powered community service programs in housing. Comparable to Eayikes on volunteer-driven community service delivery model in the LA market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubetwitch.tv/eayikes
• Instagraminstagram.com/eayikes
• Facebookfacebook.com/eayikes

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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