Nonprofit Chapter Model for
Third-Party Service Providers
SHORE’s Nonprofit Chapter Model allows Third-party Providers to establish their own branded nonprofit without legal and operational burdens, leveraging SHORE’s 501(c)(3) status, governance, and fundraising support.

Nonprofit Chapter Management
By leveraging SHORE's 501(c)(3) status, governance structure, and fundraising expertise, we make it seamless for you to integrate philanthropy into your business without the burden of managing legal, compliance, and operational details.
Turnkey Nonprofit Solution
SHORE provides all legal, compliance, and operational support, so your community does not need to create a nonprofit from scratch.
501(c)(3) Status
SHORE’s nonprofit framework enables your communities to accept tax-deductible donations immediately.
Fundraising & Donor
Engagement Support
SHORE helps your chapter grow through donor outreach, planned giving, and national fundraising strategies.
Custom Grant Programs
SHORE manages senior and employee assistance grants, ensuring funds are distributed efficiently and effectively.

Competitive Advantages
Strengthen Brand Identity & Stand Out in a Competitive Market
- Align your brand with social responsibility and community impact, making your company more attractive to mission-driven senior living clients.
- Differentiate yourself from competitors by proving you care about seniors, not just profits.
- Build long-term brand equity through a sustainable social impact initiative that aligns with industry needs.
Enhance Client Trust & Attract New Business
- Senior living operators are actively seeking mission-driven vendors that contribute to their residents and staff.
- A nonprofit chapter sets you apart as a value-driven partner instead of just another service provider.
- Your nonprofit can serve as a selling point when marketing to potential clients who prioritize working with socially responsible businesses.
Expand Business Opportunities & Strengthen Relationships
- Use your nonprofit as a conversation starter with new and existing clients, offering them an opportunity to co-brand initiatives and increase their own community engagement.
- Partner with senior living operators on collaborative fundraising events, allowing you to deepen business relationships.
- Offer grant-funded programs that financially assist seniors, residents, employees, etc., creating direct value for your clients.
Gain Media Exposure & Elevate Brand Visibility
- Social responsibility efforts are newsworthy—a nonprofit chapter can generate positive press coverage and media recognition.
- Enhance your presence in the senior living industry by featuring your nonprofit in industry publications, speaking engagements, and marketing materials.
- Use your nonprofit as a powerful storytelling tool in your digital marketing, social media, and email campaigns.
Real-World Applications for Third-Party Service Providers in Senior Living to Examples

Staffing agency for caregivers
Staffing agency for caregivers could create a financial relief fund for workers who experience unexpected hardships, fostering loyalty and retention.
Financial advocacy service providers
Financial advocacy service providers can offer grants for seniors who need small grants to move into senior living communities.
A food service or hospitality provider
A food service or hospitality provider could use their nonprofit to sponsor meal programs for low-income seniors in senior housing, reinforcing their mission-driven approach.
A medical supply or healthcare company
A medical supply or healthcare company could establish a nonprofit dedicated to funding medical equipment grants for seniors in need, increasing trust with clients.


Become an Early Adopter
Lead in Senior Living Philanthropy as an early adopter of SHORE’s Nonprofit Chapter Program. Benefit from reduced fees and help shape a model that enhances care and community support, inspiring change and benefiting seniors and staff.
Ready to Make a Greater Impact?
Join SHORE’s Chapter Program and launch your own branded nonprofit without the hassle. Partner with us to expand your impact, support more seniors, and integrate philanthropy into your business—seamlessly.
- 760-359-8697
- jennifer.prado@shre.org

Jennifer Prado
Executive Director