Vanessa’s Story
Before New Door, Jalan was constantly in search of a stable source of income. Between asking neighbors for leads, finding odd jobs, and working below-minimum wage positions, feelings of self-doubt began to creep in. Was the 18-year-old lacking something that made businesses not want to hire him? But everything changed when a friend encouraged … Youth Story: Meet Jalan
At New Door, we are grateful to work with more than 130 Ally Partners who provide hands-on work experiences for interns as they enter the workforce. Through our Employment Program, youth have the chance to engage with a range of fields as they envision future career paths. Thanks to our strong community relationships, our robust … Meet Business Partnerships Associate Juliana Cabrera Peña
New Door Community, Juneteenth celebrations have been longstanding traditions in many communities across the country. Growing up in San Francisco, the Juneteenth Celebration at Hamilton Park was always an event my friends and I looked forward to. While it has been encouraging to see Juneteenth finally recognized as an essential part of American history, the harsh reality is that … A Message from Omar: What Juneteenth Means to Me
We are thrilled to welcome Kevin Hickey as New Door’s Chief Program Officer. Kevin’s career is built on helping youth and families achieve self-sufficiency and build healthy communities. Before joining New Door Ventures, Kevin served as Director of High School and Bridge Programs at Jewish Vocational Service, where he led efforts to secure job placements … Meet Chief Program Officer Kevin Hickey
New Door Community, As we wrap up 2020, it’s hard to believe that more than half a year has passed since the start of Shelter-In-Place. What was initially thought be a temporary, preventative measure is now our new reality. Time feels blurred, making it difficult to track markers of success. But, while many parts of life feel stagnant, New Door Ventures has not stopped connecting young people to skills, support, and financially stable adulthoods. We quickly pivoted to … Ending the Year on a High Note