New Door Ventures

We are thrilled to announce that Ross Stores, Inc. has renewed its support for New Door! This grant will help fuel our comprehensive employment and education programs for opportunity youth in the Bay Area, guiding them from their first job to a quality career pathway. We are passionate about building a supportive community for youth as they navigate their career paths and look forward to further involvement from Ross to create meaningful, lasting impact. Thank you for your continued partnership and belief in our mission! #Partnership #YouthWorkforceDevelopment

Happy New Year from all of us at New Door! 🎉 As we step into 2025, we reflect on the resilience and strength of the young people we’ve had the privilege to work with. Their determination to rise above obstacles inspires us daily, and with your support, we’re ready for another year of growth and impact. Here’s to a new year filled with opportunities, empowerment, and community. Thank you for continuing to believe in the potential of youth! #HappyNewYear #MoreThanAJob #Community #NewDoor #2025

When DaVon joined New Door, he was eager to start a career in film and production. With the support of our dedicated team, we connected him with an internship at Peralta Hacienda Historical Park. This opportunity allowed DaVon to gain hands-on experience in a field he’s passionate about, and that was just the beginning. Since then, he’s taken the next step by enrolling in Berkeley City College, with the guidance of our education team, and has built a network of mentors and peers who believe in his future. "New Door wasn't just a workspace. You go there and that's family," DaVon says. This holiday season, you have the chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of youth like DaVon, who turned his passion into purpose thanks to supporters like you. Find out how you can support today 👉 https://bit.ly/48FP0j8 #youth #employment

For young people like Christian, finding a job often feels out of reach. “It was difficult for me to find a job before New Door,” Christian shares. “I would put in a lot of applications, put my foot forward, and nine times out of 10, I’d not get a call back.” At 17, Christian moved out of his family home. He found it difficult to communicate with people and struggled to find a job that he was interested in. Through New Door, Christian joined a six-month paid internship with Waterside Workshops, where his dedication and growth not only opened doors but led to a permanent role with the team. “It was mind-blowing that I could actually achieve my goal and find a job,” he says. “I wasn’t expecting to get a job right after and be doing something I really enjoyed. Honestly, I was pretty ecstatic.” Christian’s story shows just how important support like yours can be. Your investment ensures that youth, like Christian, can access not only work experience but also mentorship, life skills, and a community that will stand by them long after their internship ends. #Youth #Employment #Work

“We need programs that invest in the future generation, period. It’s going to be our youth that keep everything moving forward, so we need to be able to give them the support they need so they can continue making positive contributions to society,” says KB, a former Employment Program intern. At New Door, we’re committed to empowering the next generation by giving them the tools, guidance, and opportunities to succeed. Our youth are future leaders, innovators, and changemakers—and with the right support, they can build a brighter tomorrow for all of us. Let’s invest in the future workforce, together, and ensure our young people are ready, supported and equipped to keep moving forward. Find out more at: https://bit.ly/48FP0j8 #MoreThanAJob #Community #NewDoor

“I feel like coming into New Door, I learned basic skills and that was a great starting point going into future jobs where I continuously refined those skills. It was a really great first step and really good training wheels to go in the right direction,” says KB a former New Door Employment Program Intern. Preparing young people for the future is about more than just job training—it’s about developing the essential soft skills that will help them thrive in any environment. From time management to confidence, our youth are growing skills that will set them up for long-term success. They’re learning how to: ✅Set and achieve goals 🎯 ✅Communicate proactively 📢 ✅Be flexible and adapt to change 🌱 ✅Work effectively in teams 🤝 These skills are the foundation of success in both life and work, and we’re proud to support our interns as they grow into the leaders of tomorrow. #MoreThanAJob #Community #NewDoor

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“I think it’s really important to have people like Jose. They make sure that you do everything right, and if you mess it up, you know that they’re there to help you as well. They’re there to help you grow,” says former New Door intern Luis. Having people like Jose, the General Manager of GoCar Tours, makes all the difference. Our business partners don’t just provide jobs—they offer guidance, share their experience, and create a safe space for young people to learn and grow. We’re so grateful for partners who go beyond the role of employer, becoming mentors who support youth every step of the way. Thank you for your incredible support! Together we are building a future where young people thrive in work and life. #MoreThanAJob #Community #NewDoor

🎉 Congratulations to our latest cohort of graduates! 🎉 Over the past six months, these incredible young people have worked hard to build their skills, expand their networks, and shape their futures. Through internships with local businesses and workshops on resume writing, financial literacy, and creating and maintaining social capital, they’ve taken meaningful steps toward achieving their goals. We are so proud of their dedication and growth—and we can't wait to see where this next chapter takes them. To our graduates: You inspire us with your resilience, hard work, and ambition, and we’re honored to be part of your journey! Drop a note of encouragement or congratulations in the comments below. 👇 #GraduationDay #WorkforceDevelopment

A prepared workforce benefits everyone. Our deep investment in each young person that walks through our doors creates a ripple effect of positive change, both for them and the wider community. This year, we’ve made great strides, including: ✅Providing training, mentorship, education support, and career guidance to more than 300 youth; ✅Paying over $516,000 in intern salaries and stipends to date; ✅Engaging youth in over 1,000 hours of supportive services; But there’s still more work to be done. As we look to the future, New Door strives to grow and expand our services in the coming years to support even more young people in the Bay Area! #MoreThanAJob #Community #NewDoor