August 2021
Home Builders Association - A Strong Partner In Housing
On behalf of the Home Builders Charitable Foundation (HBCF), 2021 HBA President Bill Wannstedt of Consort Homes (left) presents a $12,500 donation to DOORWAYS’ Development Director Jim Timmerberg.

The donation will be used to update the foyer of the Mama/Kaya Family Residential Complex, which houses 29 families or 86 people, more than half of whom are child dependents. Neighbors helping neighbors!

The HBA is a local trade association of more than 600 member firms representing the residential construction industry. The Home Builders Charitable Foundation, the HBA’s charitable arm, is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing housing assistance to people or organizations with special shelter needs. THANK YOU HBCF and HBA!
Zero Excuses Podcast Featuring Opal M. Jones

President & CEO, Opal M. Jones was a recent guest on Gadellnet's Zero Excuses podcast with host Nick Smarrelli.

Learn more about Opal and her views on:
  • Raising awareness around HIV during COVID 
  • Myths about HIV
  • What the next year looks like for DOORWAYS






Listen to the full interview here.

Employee Spotlight - Welcome To DOORWAYS
DOORWAYS is excited to welcome Maria Thomas to the Residential Program as its newest Client Services Coordinator. Maria brings with her several years of experience in the social services field, having held positions at the Family & Workforce Centers of America and the YWCA. Having a deep knowledge of St. Louis-area resources, Maria, will be an asset to our clients as she helps them increase their independence and improve their quality of life. We’re thrilled to have Maria join the team.
Introducing our newest full-time evening Certified Nurses Aide (CNA), Antoinette Patterson, a seasoned CNA with previous positions at SLU Hospital and Integrity Staffing. Antoinette is very familiar with our mission and excited to be on our team full-time.
Beyond Tonight Capital Campaign - Building/Program Expansion Updates
BSI Construction begins work on the
50-unit studio and 2-bedroom comprehensive flexible housing building.
Steel delivered and ready for the new program services and administration headquarters that will provide expanded services and community resources.
One of the many aspects of Beyond Tonight is the DOORWAYS staff campaign aptly named "Growing Together". Staff members from several departments have already pledged their support towards the growth and expansion of services that will be provided at the new
3-acre campus on North Jefferson Ave.

We still need community support for this exciting project. If you haven't made a gift, please consider doing so today. The “Beyond Tonight” campaign has raised $20M towards its $22.5M Phase One goal. With a planned grand opening in summer 2022, we have just one year to raise the final $2.5M...we need your help!

For more information or to make a donation, please contact Development Director, Jim Timmerberg at jtimmerberg@doorwayshousing.org or 314-328-2705 or visit www.doorwayshousing.org.
Upcoming Events
Annual Dinner 2021
Invitations have gone out for the Annual Dinner. The Annual Dinner provides an opportunity to recognize those in our community who have gone above and beyond in promoting our mission. This year's honorees are James Hinrich, M.D., the Michael Edlin Award, The Generosity Award will be presented to the RED 2021 Raffle Committee: Lynn Abernathy, Rudi J. Bertrand and Paul A. Williams, M.D., Michael Brave, Kathy and Steve Eiser, Sandra and Bruce Meadows, Sue and Tony Potts and Mike Rudolph. The Volunteer Award this year will be given to Steven Bott (posthumously) for his years of dedication and support. CONGRATS to all the honorees!

For more information or to make a donation in honor of one of the awardees, please contact Development Director, Jim Timmerberg at jtimmerberg@doorwayshousing.org or 314-328-2705.
BYOBoo Trivia
It's that time of year again. Test your knowledge of trivia and novelty information while supporting DOORWAYS and having fun!

Saturday, October 9, 2021
Glazier's Union Hall/I-44 and Hampton
Doors open at 6:00pm.
Trivia begins at 7:00pm.
Fun happens all night!

Hosted by DOORWAYS Friends In Deed

For more information or to purchase tickets visit - Doorwaysevents.org
DOORWAYS adheres to all local COVID-19 protocols.
Masks and proof of vaccination are required at events.
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.
 DOORWAYS, an IRC 501(c)3 tax-exempt Missouri nonprofit corporation, is registered to solicit funds for charitable purposes in Missouri and Illinois. DOORWAYS only solicits such charitable contributions in MO and IL.