Jefferson Avenue Campus - It's Our One Year Anniversary!

It's been one year since the Grand Opening of the Jefferson Avenue Campus. In true DOORWAYS fashion, this past year has been full of many highs and many learning opportunities as we progressed into the next phase of the organization's 35-year history. Along with the addition of the Jefferson Avenue Campus, the new Comprehensive Flexible Housing program, an expanded Behavioral Health Program, a broadening of the Career Services Program and the addition of the 50-unit Allen House; DOORWAYS is poised to provide an increased range of care for those affected by HIV in the region.

As we pause to take stock of the past year and its many accomplishments and blessings, we see a bright future for those we serve and are encouraged by our mission of providing Housing, Health and Hope to those we serve.

Please enjoy the video journey below, which leads up to the groundbreaking and early construction of Elliott Place, 39-units of permanent housing, which is scheduled for completion late in 2024.

BYOBoo Trivia Night Hosted By Friends In Deed

DOORWAYS held its annual BYOBoo Trivia Night Saturday, October 21, at the Glazier's Union Hall. A room full of trivia enthusiasts and supporters enjoyed ten rounds of trivia. Guests also played Dead or Alive and Heads Or Tails in-between trivia rounds. Friends In Deed member, Tim Bono, returned for his sixth year as Master of Ceremonies and wrote the trivia game adding his own Halloween twists to the evening. Congratulations goes out to the table led by Kim Bouldin-Jones and her "90's" team for winning the game and for winning the prize for best table theme.

Thank you to our BOO! Sponsors Brave Inc., Commerce Bank and Crescent Parts for their support. A special thank you to round sponsors: Accenture, Ron Jagels - Edward Jones, Ian Mackey/State Representative - District 99, Metropolitan Community Church, and Will Electronics for their sponsorships and representation. The sold-out evening featured a 50/50 raffle, pick-a-prize raffle, wine pull and a couple of mini games that help raise funds in support of those affected by HIV and homelessness in our community. DOORWAYS was delighted to welcome volunteers from Bank of America and Rudis Leather Society who assisted with setting up the event and decorating the tables, helping to serve complimentary beer from our friends at Urban Chestnut, and sell raffle tickets during the event.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and supported the event. We can't wait to see what Friends In Deed dreams up for next year's spooktacular event!

To learn more about Friends In Deed, contact Jim Timmerberg at 314-328-2705 or jtimmerberg@doorwayshousing.org

Awards and Acknowledgments

DOORWAYS takes pride in its mission and how it serves the multiple communities that it touches. We are humbled and proud when the agency or one of its own receives acknowledgment for the work we do. This month DOORWAYS was doubly recognized. Opal M. Jones, President & CEO, (pictured here) was honored by the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis at their Salute to Women in Leadership Gala 2023. Opal was among an amazing group of women whose extraordinary accomplishments help to make the St. Louis area shine. Congratulations to Opal!

The DOORWAYS Jefferson Avenue Campus project received recognition at the annual Mayor's Business Luncheon and was presented a 2023 Quality of Life Award from the Saint Louis Development Corporation (SLDC). The specific award is the Neighborhood Transformation Award given in recognition of the partnerships and use of community assets that helped construct the new Jefferson Avenue Campus and for continuing to invest in the transformation of historically disinvested neighborhoods.

Resident Holiday Gift Giving

Every day DOORWAYS creates HOUSING, HEALTH, and HOPE for more than 3,500 individuals affected by HIV. This time of year, however, can be difficult for many of our residents and families. You can bring much needed cheer to families in need during our Resident Holiday Gift Giving drive. A simple act of kindness can make a tremendous impact on a person's life this holiday season.

It's joyously simple: Follow the link, review the list, select a resident and/or family, purchase the gifts and deliver tagged and wrapped to the DOORWAYS Jefferson Avenue Campus (1101 N. Jefferson Avenue, 63106) by Wednesday, December 6.

On behalf of our residents and staff, thank you for your thoughtfulness and generosity, now and throughout the year. Best wishes from everyone at DOORWAYS as we enter the holiday season.

To select a resident...Click Here! or visit our website at www.doorwayshousing.org

Tower Grove Pride

DOORWAYS Friends In Deed hosted a booth at the Tower Grove Pride Festival. The festival ran the weekend of September 23-24. 

The event drew countless friends of DOORWAYS, both old and new, who visited our tent to say hello during the weekend. It was a fantastic experience and DOORWAYS was blessed to see and connect with so many people in the community while having an opportunity to share our mission. Hearing from so many folks who appreciate and support the programs DOORWAYS provides in the community was energizing. We genuinely cherish opportunities like this to engage with those who might not have known us...but do now!

Current Job Opportunities

DOORWAYS is always on the lookout for compassionate and dedicated people to join us in serving the community. Our services and programs continue to expand and so do our staffing needs.

Here are current open positions available agency-wide:

COOPER HOUSE:

Activities Coordinator

Building and Grounds Specialist

Charge Nurse - LPN or RN

CNA

Resident Advocates - Both Cooper House and Jefferson Avenue Campus

JEFFERSON AVENUE CAMPUS:

Housing Resource Specialist

Maintenance Technician

Resident Advocates - Both Cooper House and Jefferson Avenue Campus

SURE Case Manager

SURE Housing Navigator

SURE Evaluation Coordinator

A full list of job opportunities and their descriptions can be found here.

RED 2024 - Save The Date

DOORWAYS annual RED Gala is set for Saturday, February 10, 2024 at the Chase Park Plaza. RED is DOORWAYS largest fundraiser of the year and one of the most fun galas in St. Louis. Mark your calendar now. Watch your mail and email for an invitation to join the RED Dinner Committee. More details to come...

Sponsorships available now by contacting Director of Development, Jim Timmerberg at jtimmerberg@doorwayshousing.org

Past Photos from MasqueRED 2023

Queen of Hearts Raffle...Continues

The Famous Bar, tucked away just a few blocks from the intersection of Chippewa and S. Kingshighway, has designated DOORWAYS as the recipient of 25% of the final jackpot from their Queen of Hearts Raffle*. Raffle tickets are sold every Tuesday from 5:00 – 7:00 PM for $1.00 each, there is no limit to the number of tickets that may be purchased. You must be present to win. The current jackpot is over $6,000.

Please visit and support those who support us! 

The Famous Bar

5213 Chippewa Street

St. Louis, MO 63109