NAICS 813212 Quarterly Industry Report
Voluntary Health Organizations
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NAICS Code: 813212Sector: Other Services (except Public Administration) (81)Updated: Q1 2026
About This Report
This industry profile for Voluntary Health Organizations (NAICS 813212) draws on data from the U.S. Census Bureau[6], Bureau of Labor Statistics[8], and IRS[5] tax-exempt organization data. Published by Fair Market Value and updated quarterly, it provides valuation professionals, nonprofit health analysts, and charitable sector investors with current market data. Additional data is drawn from SBA[9].. All quantitative claims are sourced to publicly verifiable databases.
Industry Snapshot
Key metrics for the voluntary health organizations industry.
Industry Definition & Overview
Voluntary Health Organizations (NAICS 813212) encompasses establishments primarily engaged in raising funds for health-related research, health education, and patient services per the U.S. Census Bureau[4]. Activities include fundraising for disease-specific research programs, health education and awareness campaigns, patient support and assistance services, community health screening programs, disease prevention advocacy, and health information dissemination to the public.
Voluntary health organizations focus on specific diseases and health conditions, with major organizations including the American Cancer Society, American Heart Association, American Diabetes Association, and Alzheimer's Association operating national programs funded through individual donations, corporate sponsorships, and special event fundraising. These organizations combine fundraising with direct services, funding medical research grants while simultaneously providing patient navigation assistance, support groups, educational materials, and community health programs. Revenue comes primarily from individual contributions, planned giving and bequests, special fundraising events such as walkathons and galas, corporate partnerships, and government grants for health education programming. The IRS[5] classifies most voluntary health organizations as 501(c)(3) public charities required to file Form 990 annual information returns disclosing revenue, expenses, and program activities. Per Census Bureau[6] data, roughly 480 voluntary health organization establishments employ approximately 56,000 workers in fundraising, research administration, patient services, and public health education.
Voluntary health organizations are generally exempt from standard SBA[7] size classifications as tax-exempt nonprofit entities. State attorneys general and charitable solicitation regulators oversee fundraising practices, donor protection, and financial reporting compliance for health-focused charitable organizations.
What's Included in This Industry
- Disease-specific research fundraising campaigns
- Health education and public awareness programs
- Patient support and navigation services
- Community health screening programs
- Disease prevention and early detection advocacy
- Medical research grant funding
- Special event fundraising (walkathons, galas)
- Health information and resource distribution
- Support group facilitation
- Corporate health partnership programs
NAICS Classification Hierarchy
| Level | Description | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Sector | Other Services (except Public Administration) | 81 |
| Subsector | Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations | 813 |
| Industry Group | Grantmaking and Giving Services | 8132 |
| NAICS Industry | Grantmaking and Giving Services | 81321 |
| National Industry | Voluntary Health Organizations | 813212 |
Related NAICS Codes
| Code | Description | Relationship |
|---|---|---|
| 813211 | Grantmaking Foundations | Grantmaking Foundations provides philanthropic funding that voluntary health organizations receive for disease research, patient services, and health education programs, with foundation grants representing a substantial funding source for health-focused charitable organizations |
| 813219 | Other Grantmaking and Giving Services | Other Grantmaking and Giving Services includes federated fundraising organizations that allocate charitable contributions to voluntary health organizations alongside other nonprofit recipients, with United Way and similar campaigns distributing donor funds across health and social service categories |
| 621420 | Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers | Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers provides clinical services that complement voluntary health organization patient support programs, with mental health treatment providers and health advocacy organizations coordinating care for patients managing chronic conditions |
| 813311 | Human Rights Organizations | Human Rights Organizations shares the social advocacy sector with voluntary health organizations when health equity and access issues intersect with civil rights concerns, with both types of organizations advocating for underserved populations facing health disparities |
| 813312 | Environment, Conservation and Wildlife Organizations | Environment, Conservation, and Wildlife Organizations addresses environmental health concerns that overlap with voluntary health organization missions when pollution, toxic exposure, and climate-related health risks affect public health outcomes |
| 813110 | Religious Organizations | Religious Organizations operates faith-based health ministries and community health programs that complement voluntary health organization outreach, with churches and religious institutions hosting health screenings, support groups, and wellness programs in partnership with health charities |
Geographic Concentration
Top states by share of national establishments.
| # | State | % Est. | Total Est. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 10.4% | 440 |
| 2 | New York | 8.5% | 362 |
| 3 | Texas | 5.7% | 243 |
| 4 | Florida | 5.2% | 220 |
| 5 | Pennsylvania | 4.2% | 177 |
| 6 | Illinois | 3.5% | 147 |
| 7 | Massachusetts | 3.4% | 145 |
| 8 | Virginia | 3.3% | 141 |
| 9 | Ohio | 3.2% | 137 |
| 10 | Maryland | 2.8% | 120 |
% Of Establishments
0%
10%
Source: County Business Patterns, U.S. Census Bureau[3]
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this industry.
What is the NAICS code for health charities?
NAICS 813212 covers voluntary health organizations engaged in health research fundraising, health education, and patient services per the U.S. Census Bureau[4].
What are examples of voluntary health organizations?
Major organizations include the American Cancer Society, American Heart Association, American Diabetes Association, and Alzheimer's Association per Bureau of Labor Statistics[8] industry classification data.
How are voluntary health organizations funded?
Revenue comes from individual donations, planned giving and bequests, special event fundraising, corporate sponsorships, government grants, and foundation awards per IRS[5] Form 990 reporting data for health-focused public charities.
How many voluntary health organizations operate in the U.S.?
Per Census Bureau[6] economic data, roughly 480 voluntary health organization establishments employ approximately 56,000 workers in fundraising, research administration, patient services, and health education functions.
What IRS filing requirements apply?
The IRS[5] requires 501(c)(3) voluntary health organizations to file Form 990 annual information returns disclosing revenue, expenses, program activities, and executive compensation, with smaller organizations eligible for simplified Form 990-EZ reporting.
What services do health organizations provide beyond fundraising?
Beyond fundraising, voluntary health organizations provide patient navigation assistance, support groups, educational materials, community health screenings, disease prevention programs, and research grant funding that directly supports medical discovery and treatment advancement.
How are fundraising practices regulated?
State attorneys general and charitable solicitation regulators oversee fundraising practices per SBA[13] nonprofit compliance guidance, with state registration requirements, donor protection laws, and financial disclosure rules governing charitable solicitation activities.
What occupations work in voluntary health organizations?
Per Bureau of Labor Statistics[8] data, voluntary health organizations employ fundraising professionals, health education specialists, patient services coordinators, research grant administrators, marketing staff, and executive leadership.
Sources & References
Government datasets and editorial sources used in this report.
- [1]U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages bls.gov
- [2]U.S. Census Bureau, Economic Census census.gov
- [3]U.S. Census Bureau, County Business Patterns census.gov
- [4]U.S. Census Bureau census.gov
- [5]IRS irs.gov
- [6]Census Bureau data.census.gov
- [7]SBA sba.gov
- [8]Bureau of Labor Statistics bls.gov
- [9]SBA sba.gov
- [10]SBA lending programs sba.gov
- [11]SBA 7(a) loans sba.gov
- [12]504 loans sba.gov
- [13]SBA sba.gov
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