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Our integrated approach is unique and effective. Young people come to The Door for a wide variety of reasons, and we welcome them with a range of services and holistic approach. If we don’t have what that young person needs, we will find it.
What We Offer
The Door is New York City’s premier youth development organization, providing comprehensive and innovative support for New Yorkers ages 12–24.*
Broome Street Academy Charter High School
Our on-site SUNY-authorized charter high school, Broome Street Academy, sets aside 50% of the seats in its incoming 9th-grade class for students who are transitionally housed or in foster care and offers a wide range of integrated support in collaboration with The Door’s programs.
Our Impact
The Door’s success lies in our commitment to meeting young people where they are and providing them with the comprehensive and integrated services they deserve. Here’s our impact in FY23.
More about our impact7.2KNew York City youth served
3.9Kmembers engaged in 3 or more programs
21.4Kfree delicious, nutritious meals and pantry bags distributed
10.1Kservices provided through our Legal Services Center
Faces of The Door
We pride ourselves on the diversity of our staff and members, who come to us from all walks of life. They make The Door a place where the building blocks for strong futures begin to take shape.
Javier & the Arts: Growth and Self-Expression
Javier came to The Door looking for a job, but found something bigger: a place to create, feel supported, and be himself. What began with a love of fashion design expanded into exploring the arts and youth leadership.
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Alyssa: Meeting Young People Where They Are
Alyssa collaborates with counseling and mental health teams across The Door, connecting young people to therapy, psychiatric care, housing support, education programs, and arts programming.
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Zyva: Finding Community and Confidence at The Door's Bronx Youth Center
“I was working all night and then going straight to class in the morning. There were times when I wanted to give up, but I was determined on my goals, and I pushed through it with the help of Door staff and their motivation,” Zyva shares.
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Renee: Expanding Health Access & Partnerships
“I grew up in Brooklyn and have spent most of my life in the city. I’ve known about The Door since I was young, actually. I had neighbors who went, classmates—it’s always been here.”
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Edwin: Building his Future through The Door
“The Door’s community is great and very supportive,” Edwin says. He knows firsthand how much that support can matter, from practical resources to encouragement along the way.
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LaTasha: A Recipe for Success at The Door
For Latasha, the most rewarding part is witnessing the transformation. “I see our interns start with self-doubt, and by graduation, they’re more confident, prepared, and ready for the workforce. That growth keeps me motivated.”
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Branden: Finding Hope and Harmony at The Door
“The Door feels like a tight-knit community of people from really diverse backgrounds,” Branden says. “We come together, create, collaborate, and support each other. It’s honestly beautiful.”
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Opening Doors: A Youth Development Summit 2026
Events
Jun 14, 2026
The Door is proud to host our inaugural conference, Opening Doors: A Youth Development Summit, on Wednesday–Thursday, November 18-19, 2026.