Open Door Ministries

🎉 January Staff Anniversaries! 🎉 This month, we’re celebrating some incredible milestones for our Open Door Ministries family: Meg - 11 years Laura - 19 years Michael - 6 years Kat - 1 year We are so grateful for the dedication and impact you’ve each made at Open Door Ministries. 💙 Join us in celebrating their milestones below! #TeamODM #AnniversaryCelebration

We are thrilled to share that, thanks to your unwavering generosity and support, we have reached our 2024 year-end goal of $1,286,020! This incredible achievement is a testament to the faithfulness of our supporters, the hard work of our staff, and—above all else—the goodness of God. Every dollar raised represents hope, restoration, and life transformation for those we serve in the Denver community. Your partnership has been instrumental in allowing us to continue this vital work and to touch countless lives in meaningful ways. As we celebrate this milestone, we look forward to what 2025 holds. With the momentum we’ve built, we believe we can make an even greater impact within this new year. Thank you for your commitment to the mission of Open Door Ministries. HAPPY NEW YEAR, EVERYONE!

God has truly blessed us this year at Open Door Ministries. Thanks to your incredible generosity, we’ve raised 95% of our year-end goal. Now, we’re just $59,000 away from reaching the finish line. There’s still time to make a difference and help us finish 2024 strong! Your gift will directly impact lives by supporting our staff along with our 4 focus areas: Housing, Outreach, Leadership Development, and Children/Youth. Will you join us? Donate today at odmdenver.org. Do it it by midnight tonight and it'll count towards 2024. Together, we can continue the work of restoring more lives into 2025. Let’s make it happen! #FinishStrong2024 | #RestoreLivesDenver | #YearEndGiving | #HopeInAction | #MakeADifferenceToday

We are currently hiring for multiple positions at Open Door Ministries: 🔵 Communications/Staff Fundraising Coordinator - Full Time (40 hours/week) 🔵 Teveo House Overnight (live-in) - voluntary position with free housing (Evening and overnight hours, occasional weekend duty and holiday duty) 🔵 ODM Lead Preschool Teacher - FT 🔵 ODM Lead School Age Teacher - FT 🔵 TeVeo House Care Coordinator - PT Join our passionate team and make a difference with our participants here in urban Denver! If you’re ready to serve in a faith-filled environment and spread love, apply now through the link in our bio or by visiting https://lnkd.in/gsPiwBfg.

🎉Fall Staff-Aversary Celebration🎉 Join us in recognizing these incredible team members for their hard work, dedication, and heart for our mission: 💙 December Marti – 5 years 💙 November Clare – 4 years 💙 October Jenn – 2 years 💙 September Bonnie – 5 years Paci – 5 years Ezra – 1 year Your commitment and passion inspire us every day. Thank you for everything you do! Please help us celebrate these milestones by leaving a comment below!

This Thanksgiving season, we’re reflecting on the impact we’ve made together at Open Door Ministries. In 2024, with your support: - 4,202 people served - 12,591 housing nights provided - 39,754 meals and snacks shared - 50 life-changing commitments to Christ -76,848 moments of care We’re especially grateful for last week’s Learning Center Thanksgiving Celebration—a heartwarming evening of fellowship and gratitude. As 1 Thessalonians 5:18 reminds us, let’s “Give thanks in all circumstances.” We’re thankful for YOU - our supporters, volunteers, and partners. Happy Thanksgiving!

Every Christmas season, we get a bunch of volunteers together and gather up donations so that we can go above and beyond to bless people experiencing homelessness. This year, the Family Room Christmas Giveaway Day is on Saturday, December 7th, and we need your help! Here’s how: Volunteer Opportunities: Day Before Set-Up Security Goodie Bag & Drink Servers Personal Shoppers Greeters Custodial Table Attendants In-Kind Donation Needs: Winter gear (beanies, gloves, sweatshirts, hand & foot warmers) New men’s & women’s underwear Blankets & sleeping bags Backpacks Click the link to sign up to volunteer or donate items today! https://lnkd.in/gfbicBN4 Let’s make this Christmas special for everyone.

After fleeing violence and struggling through shelters, P found a new beginning at Te Veo House in 2023. The safe space gave her the stability and faith she needed to rebuild her life. Now, she's pursuing her dream of becoming a certified interpreter. Her story is a powerful reminder that every survivor's struggle matters and healing is possible. As we continue through Domestic Violence Awareness Month, it’s crucial to recognize the role that housing and community support play in helping survivors of domestic violence. By providing safe, stable environments, Open Door is doing its part to combat the devastating effects of domestic violence and to help survivors take their first steps toward a brighter future. Stories like hers remind us of the life-changing power of a safe space. What’s more, God sees and wants to restore all people. They are not invisible. Their struggles are real. Their stories matter. Learn more about P’s journey and how to partner with Open Door this DV Awareness Month here: odmdenver.org/news #domesticviolenceawareness #DVAM #TeVeo #HopeandHealing

3 Big Gifts That Won’t Break the Bank Thinking about making a year-end gift to Open Door Ministries? Here are three ways to give that can make a big impact without affecting your cash flow: 1) Gifts of Stock: Donating appreciated stock or securities you've held for at least a year lets you receive a charitable tax deduction AND avoid capital gains tax. 2) Gifts of Real Estate: Consider giving all or part of a vacation home, rental property, or other real estate. It's a smart way to support God’s Kingdom while redirecting property you no longer need. 3) Gifts from Your IRA: If you're 70½ or older, make a significant gift directly from your IRA. This not only meets your required minimum distributions but also lowers your taxable income. Want to learn more? Reach out to Sheronda at sheronda@odmdenver.org to explore your giving options. #YearEndGiving #TaxWiseGiving #OpenDoorMinistries #SupportNonProfits #SmartGiving #MakeAnImpact website: odmdenver.org

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