Peckham

Peckham

Nonprofit vocational rehabilitation for disabled individuals

Overview

Peckham is a nonprofit organization that helps people with significant disabilities and other barriers prepare for and find work. It offers job training opportunities and a platform for clients to show what they can do, learn new skills, and participate in real work settings, leading to meaningful employment growth. Through supported training, on-the-job experiences, and ongoing guidance, Peckham connects participants with employment opportunities and rewards from their success. Unlike many for-profit trainers, Peckham focuses on removing barriers related to physical, cognitive, behavioral, and socio-economic challenges. The goal is to enable people with diverse barriers to gain skills and secure meaningful jobs in the community.

Significant Headcount Growth

About Peckham

Simplify's Rating
Why Peckham is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Consulting

Government & Public Sector

Social Impact

Education

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$2M

Headquarters

Lansing, Michigan

Founded

1976

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What believers are saying

  • Peckham Foundation awarded Peckham over $2.5M in 2025, supporting flexible program expansion.
  • Peckham won a $2M DOL grant for Growth Opportunities youth training in Lansing and Flint.
  • Revolution Farms supplies nearly 1.5 million pounds of greens yearly, strengthening commercial revenue.

What critics are saying

  • Federal grant dependence remains acute; Peckham's 2023 DOL award funds youth programs through 2026.
  • Revolution Farms integration risks distraction if lettuce margins weaken against Meijer and SpartanNash demand.
  • Leadership transition from Jo Sperry to Harry Pianko risks execution slippage during 2025-2026 expansion.

What makes Peckham unique

  • Peckham combines vocational rehabilitation with contact centers, logistics, custodial work, manufacturing, and farming.
  • October 2025 Revolution Farms acquisition adds 3.5-acre hydroponic lettuce production to Peckham Farms.
  • Harry Pianko became CEO on October 1, 2025, preserving internal financial discipline.

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Funding

Total Funding

$2M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

1 Rounds

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Phone/Internet Stipend

Remote Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 15%

1 year growth

↑ 15%

2 year growth

↑ 15%
205Focus
Jun 2nd, 2026
Pentagon awards Delta, UPS, 3 other airlines $24 million medical transport contract.

Pentagon awards Delta, UPS, 3 other airlines $24 million medical transport contract. They will move the supplies within the continental United States. Jun 2, 2026 - 14:18 The Pentagon has tapped five major airlines to handle the transport of U.S. military medical supplies over the next year. According to a recent contract announcement, the selected carriers will share a $24 million deal to move critical cargo within the continental United States. A winning team of carriers. Selected from a pool of 13 competitive bids, the following companies were awarded the contract: * Delta Air Lines Inc. (Atlanta, Georgia) * Lynden Air Cargo LLC (Anchorage, Alaska) * Northern Air Cargo LLC (Anchorage, Alaska) * Sun Country Inc. (Minneapolis, Minnesota) * United Parcel Service Co. (Louisville, Kentucky) Contract details and future outlook. This agreement is scheduled to run through June 30, 2027. However, the Defense Logistics Agency noted that the contract includes options that could extend the partnership for an additional four years. Broader Logistics activity. This transport deal is part of a series of recent procurement actions by the agency. The Pentagon also recently awarded Peckham Vocational Industries Inc. a $15 million contract to manage the storage and distribution of Navy and Coast Guard apparel over the next two years. Additionally, Virginia-based Atlantic Diving Supply has secured a $32 million, three-year deal. They are tasked with providing tactical radio components, gun holsters, and holster assemblies to support soldiers across the Army, Navy, and Marine Corps.

Hortidaily
Mar 21st, 2025
UK: Revolution Farms acquired by non-profit organization

Peckham, a Lansing, Mich.-based nonprofit vocational rehabilitation organization that provides paid training opportunities for people with disabilities and other barriers, has acquired indoor grower Revolution Farms, of Caledonia, Mich.

Progressive Grocer
Mar 15th, 2025
Peckham Acquires Revolution Farms in Michigan

Peckham, a nonprofit vocational rehabilitation organization in Lansing, Mich., has acquired Revolution Farms, a hydroponic grower in Caledonia, Mich. This acquisition will help Peckham expand its agricultural operations. Revolution Farms, founded in 2018, uses 90% less water and land than traditional farming and supplies fresh lettuce to Midwest retailers like Meijer and SpartanNash-owned stores.

Peckham
Feb 10th, 2025
Peckham Awarded $2M DOL Grant to Continue GO Program for Youth and Young Adults

Peckham, Inc., has been named a Great Place to Work for ten consecutive years.

Kalamazoo College
Jul 8th, 2024
Alumni Association Engagement Board (AAEB) Profiles

Barb retired from Peckham, Inc. in 2015.

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