RETRO RED - A Disco Ball

Do you have your tickets yet? The DOORWAYS annual RED Gala is coming up soon on Saturday, February 10, 2024 at the Chase Park Plaza. RED is our largest fundraiser of the year and one of the most fun galas in St. Louis. This year's theme is RETRO RED - A Disco Ball.

Travel back in time to the glitz and glamour of the renowned disco era by immersing yourself in an evening of dazzling lights, funky beats, and retro vibes.

Following the glamorous cocktail reception with open bar, a pick-a-prize raffle, three-course meal, live auction and fund the need auction, the glittering night ends with a high-energy after party featuring DJ G-Diddy in Studio 35, inspired by the legendary New York City Studio 54 nightclub and celebrating the 35th anniversary of DOORWAYS.

RETRO RED 2024 - Golden Ticket Raffle

$100 each - ONLY 150 chances will be sold! AS OF FRIDAY, JANUARY 26 THERE ARE ONLY 50 Chances REMAINING!! You do not need to be present to win!



HOW CAN YOU WIN? - Purchase your ticket(s)by selecting the ticket link here!

Step 1: Review the list of Live Auction items shown below

Step 2: Click on the ticket purchase link

Step 3: Purchase your Golden Ticket, choose which auction item you want to win. One item per ticket purchased.

All remaining auction items will be auctioned off the evening of the gala. Winning ticket will be drawn at the event immediately prior to the Live Auction on Saturday, February 10, 2024. You DO NOT need to be present to win. Winner will be notified by Wednesday, February 14.

We have a great selection of packages this year:

1. Taylor Swift live in New Orleans
2. Competa, Spain for 6 days
3. A Lake of the Ozarks Escape
4. Private Pool Party and BBQ for up to 20
5. An Exclusive Wine Tasting Event
6. A Curated Cocktail Party for 20
7. Rogue Underground Dining Society Private Dinner

For details of each package and to purchase your Golden Ticket visit www.doorwaysred.org.

Client Spotlight - Career Services Program

A DOORWAYS client we will call "Jamie" reached out to the DOORWAYS Career Services Program in October 2022 after receiving a referral from his DOORWAYS housing coordinator. When Career Specialist Jocelynn Hill first spoke with Jamie, he had been unemployed for two years due to a disability. Ready to become more self-sufficient, he hoped to rejoin the workforce. 

As Jamie and Jocelynn built an effective working relationship, she assisted him with creating a resume, mock interviews, job leads, and scheduling interviews. She also provided him with vouchers for transportation and appropriate interview clothing.

Despite his two-year lapse in employment, Jamie’s qualifications combined with resources, guidance, and encouragement from Jocelynn resulted in a job offer—a full-time position with a large area employer that provides benefits and a living wage. Since starting his position in November 2022, Jamie has been promoted with a significant pay increase. He was also chosen as Employee of the Year for 2023!

The DOORWAYS Career Services Program is focused on helping clients find meaningful employment with the opportunity for advancement. Career Services staff remain in touch with their clients after securing a position, available for future career support. In a recent check-in, Jamie talked with Jocelynn about going back to school to meet eligibility requirements to advance within the company. The pair is now exploring ways to leverage DOORWAYS’ community partnerships to provide resources for Jamie to obtain a college degree.

Tricia O’Brien, Director of Career Services, believes DOORWAYS clients—who are HIV positive and previously homeless—deserve the same economic opportunities and privileges that she and her team gain from their own careers. Chief Program Officer Pat Plumley agrees. “Our Career Services Program seeks to reduce inequities in income that anchor our clients in poverty. Jocelynn and Tricia do an outstanding job with clients, inspiring them to believe in success and opportunities for self-sufficiency.”

DOORWAYS offers a model of care founded in housing stability, which provides the framework for clients to regain their health; receive individualized care coordination; and utilize employment assistance, zero-fee counseling sessions, pharmacy support, food assistance, and opportunities to attend self-sufficiency sessions. Through our service model that provides 360 degrees of services simultaneously, DOORWAYS supports clients as they strengthen and advance their present lives and their future opportunities. 

*Pictured above are Tricia O'Brien - Director of Career Services, Jocelynn Hill - Career Specialist, and Pat Plumley - Chief Program Officer

United Way Partnership

DOORWAYS is so glad to continue our partnership with United Way of Greater St. Louis for the 2024 year! As a safety net agency, we will be able to further our mission, strengthening the community and lives of our neighbors. Thank you to the entire Greater STL region for generously supporting agencies like ours during the annual community campaign and participating in the 100 Neediest Cases program. Because of support through the United Way, we continue to provide Housing, Heath, and Hope to our community.

Fiscal Year 2023 Impact Report

In case you haven't seen it, our FY2023 Impact Report is out. The report is full of information about program outcomes including highlights of the many successes during our last fiscal year.

Your ongoing commitment and support are vital to these accomplishments. The effort continues into the new year and we look forward to strengthening our partnership with you during 2024!

Thank you to the many generous individuals and organizations that support of our life-saving mission and the programs that help stabilize clients, create hope, and build a foundation for achieving a self-directed life!

RETRO RED 2024 - A Disco Ball

Saturday, February 10, 2024 at the Royal Sonesta Chase Park Plaza is set for DOORWAYS' annual RED Gala.

Visit www.doorwaysred.org to purchase your Patron Tickets, General Tickets, and Golden Tickets!

Sponsorships still available by contacting Director of Development, Jim Timmerberg at jtimmerberg@Doorwayshousing.org.

View past photos from MasqueRED 2023 here

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. Below is a list of current open positions available agency-wide:

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