November 2016                                                                                      www.doorwayshousing.org

Shower Residential Program Halloween Party
 
The children and families living at DOORWAYS' Family Residential Complex were treated to a Halloween Party by the volunteers and staff of our Residential Program. As staff hung decorations and prepared food, kids dressed in their scariest costumes peered through the window in anticipation, begging to be let in early. 

The party included two tables of games. One table was a cake walk where the winner got their choice from a table full of desserts. While the children competed in the cake walk, the adults played bingo for prizes such as t-shirt, treats and household goods.  After gaming, people ... (continue)  
SandwichesSandwiches Made for DOORWAYS  
 
Students from McGrath Elementary
Students from McGrath Elementary in the Brentwood School District, make turkey sandwiches for the homeless and disadvantaged once a week during November and December. The school wanted to support the work of DOORWAYS and made sandwiches specifically for our clients. The sandwiches were given to residents in our Emergency Housing program. In addition to the sandwiches, each individual received chips, an apple, a piece of pumpkin pie and water. 

Big thanks to the students at McGrath Elementary!  If you have creative idea for supporting DOORWAYS, please contact Patrick at 314-328-2707 or email pyoung@doorwayshousing.org.   
InternsMeet Our Volunteers
 
From time to time we like to highlight the extraordinary efforts of volunteers who make our work possible.  These individuals give of their time and talent to improve Housing, Health, and Hope in St. Louis.  

Bill Wibbing volunteers nearly 10 hours per week for both the Own Home Program, and a special critical documents project which aims to catalog the agency's historical files. This unique project has Bill organizing documents which have been accumulating since the founding of our agency. Bill's expertise in document management comes from his 40 plus years of experience in library science. 

Now retired, Bill considers himself lucky to be able to pursue his interest in traveling abroad (Europe, the Middle East, and Asia) while helping out at DOORWAYS. Bill will celebrate his one year anniversary with DOORWAYS this winter. Be sure to say hello if you stop by and see him working in the Garden Level at Cooper House. Thanks Bill!

If you would like to Volunteer at DOORWAYS, please contact Patrick at pyoung@doorwayshousing.org 
To learn more about the Internships at DOORWAYS click here.
Join our team!  To view Employment Opportunities click here.
socialmediaWhich Social Media Do You Use? 

Twitter and Facebook and Snapchat... oh my! 

Help us learn how we can best communicate with you.
Click the link below to take our short, three minute survey about your social media usage. 

Click here for the survey.  
AdoptionAdopt a Family for the Holidays

We are looking for individuals, families, offices or organizations interested in adopting individuals or families in our programs. Some of the folks we serve have little to no ability to do anything extra around the holidays. Will YOU be their holiday blessing?

Click here for more information. 

A few reminders:
  • DEADLINE: Friday, December 16
  • Gift Amount Maximum - $25
  • Please wrap gifts
  • Be sure to identify the wrapped gift with the resident code.
      For example:  #1G or #12B
Please don't hesitate to call Patrick at 314-328-2707 or email with any questions.
 
Thank you for your help in making sure our families have a brighter and happy holiday this year!
 
impactreport2016 Impact Report 



Didn't receive the Annual Report in the mail? 
You can see our impact in the community here:

Click here to read the 2016 Impact Report 
UpcomingEventsUpcoming Events                                                   (click pictures for more information)
  
Giving Tuesday   
 + Tuesday, November 29 

This Thanksgiving, when you count your blessings of #HousingHealthHope you can support those in need by choosing DOORWAYS on Giving Tuesday. 

For more information on Giving Tuesday, click here.
Click here to make a donation in support of Giving Tuesday.      
 
  
World AIDS Day   
 + Thursday, December 1, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
 + Missouri History Museum 

Remember the impact of HIV/AIDS on our community with a day featuring informational tables, educational workshops, and a special screening of the film deepsouth. Free and confidential HIV testing, Marketplace enrollment, health resources, and screenings will be available for the duration of the event.

For more information on this event, click here .      
 
 
BAR: PM Event to Benefit DOORWAYS
 + Saturday, December 17
 + Bar: PM, 7109 South Broadway  

Come celebrate the second anniversary of Bar: PM and support DOORWAYS too!  The evening will feature a drag show, drink specials, a silent auction and raffle. There will also be a gift drive to benefit the residents and clients of DOORWAYS. 

Click here for more information or to RSVP.   
To see all of our upcoming events please click here.


DOORWAYS is an interfaith non-profit organization which provides
housing and related supportive services to improve quality of life
and health outcomes for people affected by HIV/AIDS.