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Staff Highlights: Mika De Roo Receives 2022 World AIDS Day Award
The Door’s Managing Director of Marketing and Communications, Mika De Roo, for receiving NYC’s Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s 2022 World AIDS Day Award.
The Door expands “Here to Stay!” Public Information Campaign to Arabic, Hindi & Chinese (Simplified)
In 2021, The Door's Legal Services Center in partnership with the Center for Urban Pedagogy (CUP) and designer Grace Han created a public information campaign seeking to expand young immigrants' access to legal representation and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status...
Give Thanks this Giving Tuesday!
Our friends at French Connection will be matching the first $5,000 raised—so if you donate today, you can double your gift’s impact!
The Door is Closed for Thanksgiving
Our Manhattan and Bronx Youth Centers will close early on Wednesday, November 23rd at 3PM and will be closed on November 24th-25th. We'll resume regular hours on Monday, November 28th, 9AM-6PM. Connect with us by texting 929-357-0768.
Join our enDOORphins Team – 2023 United Airlines NYC Half
The Door is proud to be named an Official Charity Partner of the 2023 United Airlines NYC Half on Sunday, March 19, 2023. By raising $1,000 for The Door you will receive guaranteed entry to the race while providing thousands of NYC youth with the comprehensive and...
Lessons from the Field: On Supporting Young Parents
The Urban Institute, a nonprofit research organization that provides data and evidence to help advance upward mobility and equity, asked staff experts from The Door and other premier youth organizations to weigh in on ways to set young people who are also...
Celebrating 50 Years of The Door: Fall Gala Highlights
Our recent 50th Anniversary Fall Gala, hosted by comedian Chuck Nice, brought together friends and supporters for an extraordinary night celebrating the amazing work of The Door and Broome Street Academy. The evening began with an energetic dance performance from our...
Fall Gala 2022 Photo Gallery
The Door & Broome Street Academy’s Fall Gala Wednesday, October 19, 2022The Lighthouse at Chelsea Piers Honoring CityMDNavienne Dunkley, Senior Vice PresidentChange Maker Award Hosted by Chuck Nice, Comedian *** If you were unable to attend but would still like to...
MPV: What You Need to Know
UPDATED as of October 13, 2022MPV (Monkeypox) Name Change Update:Following updated guidelines from the NYC Health Department & the World Health Organization, The Door will now refer to monkeypox as MPV. The name update addresses the inaccuracy and stigmatizing...
Join us for The Door’s Annual Open House: Fall Kickoff on 9/29
Meet Door staff, make friends, and learn about our programs.Stop by from 2PM-6PM to participate in games and activities. There will be food and giveaways, too!
The Door will be closed on Monday, September 5
Our Manhattan and Bronx Youth Centers will be closed on Monday, September 5We'll resume normal hours on Tuesday, September 6, 9AM-6PM. Connect with us by texting 929-357-0768.
Ensuring Stable Housing for NYC Youth
As you may have seen throughout the year, The Door is proudly celebrating 50 years of groundbreaking and impactful work empowering NYC youth to reach their fullest potential. Each month we are highlighting one of the many programs that make The Door a special place....
The Bronx Youth Center will be closed on Friday, July 29th
Stay in touch with us by texting 929-357-0768 or emailing resources@door.orgClick here to contact a specific program.
Meet The Door’s 10 Newest Advisory Committee Members
We are excited to introduce you to the 10 newest members of The Door’s Advisory Committee. Advisory Committee members serve as ambassadors for the organization, helping to foster partnerships and raise support while volunteering their time and skills to strengthen The...
CEO Kelsey Louie Named as Notable LGBTQ Leader by Crain’s New York
Congratulations to our Chief Executive Officer Kelsey Louie on being named a “Notable LGBTQ Leader” by Crain’s New York Business. This select annual list honors outstanding individuals within their industries for professional achievements and their commitment to...
CEO Statement on SCOTUS Decision
The Supreme Court’s harmful decision not only flies in the face of 50 years of legal precedent and 50 years of codified reproductive rights, it has extensive implications for other crucial policy issues affecting the NYC youth communities we serve, including LGBTQIA+...
Celebrate 2022 Pride with The Door
The Door is excited to announce our placement in the 2022 NYC Pride March this Sunday, June 26th. We invite staff, members, and friends of our community to join us for the March – please let us know you are coming if you are bringing a partner/friend, and your t-shirt...
Meet David Werber, Volunteer Attorney at The Door
In honor of The Door’s 50th anniversary this year, each month we are profiling the various programs and services The Door has provided to New York City youth since 1972. We recently wrapped up our annual legal event, Joining in Justice, which highlights the tremendous...
Our 2021 Annual Report is Now Available
We’re excited to share that our new digital and mobile-friendly Annual Report is now available. This year’s report demonstrates our community’s dedication to ensuring that all programs at The Door provide relevant, reliable support for the young people we serve,...
Joining in Justice 2022
Apply to Join The Door’s Advisory Committee
The Advisory Committee offers individuals who are passionate about social justice work and youth development the opportunity to volunteer their time and talents to further The Door’s mission. In turn, Advisory Committee members help to raise critical funds, awareness, and volunteer support for our comprehensive and unique programming, serving as ambassadors for the organization and the young people we support.
USCIS Announces Policies to Better Protect SIJS Backlogged Youth
Yesterday, the Biden Administration announced long-awaited regulations and policy that will ensure clarity and protection for immigrant youth who are recipients of Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), protection created by Congress for abused, abandoned, or...
Virtual Membership Available Only Starting March 14-18
Membership will be available virtually only starting March 14-18. You will not be able to become a member in person that week but you can still sign-up by emailing membership@door.org or texting us at 929-357-0768. We’ll be back in person starting on the...
Listening Lab Wins an Anthem Award for Community Engagement & Outreach
We're thrilled to announce our Listening Lab was the winner of best the Community Engagement-Community Outreach category in the inaugural Anthem Awards Social Impact Celebration! The celebration took place on Monday, February 28, 2022, during the first annual Anthem...
