The Doe Fund

This year, the average starting wages of our graduates rose to 24% above NYC minimum wage. We're keeping up the momentum with new career training classes for high-demand jobs, starting with a pilot program in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) earlier this summer! James, a Ready, Willing & Able trainee, shares his experience in this video.

The Ready, Willing & Able East Midtown Partnership crew is doing more than just keeping the city clean — they’re developing essential skills that empower them to make a positive impact in their community, while preparing for long-term success in the workforce.

Coach lives up to his name. After nearly thirteen years of incarceration, he found more than a fresh start and a life rebuilt through Ready, Willing & Able. He became a dedicated role model, leader and, yes, coach to dozens of others following in his footsteps. Discover his journey on our blog: https://lnkd.in/dMAZrwc4

While NYC emptied out over Labor Day weekend, the Men in Blue continued to work hard to keep our city clean and vibrant. Every day, they demonstrate the transformative power of work and their determination to change their lives.

Exciting news! The foundation is finished at The Doe Fund’s 510 Gates Avenue transitional residence. Once completed, this facility will provide 200 men experiencing homelessness with the opportunity to join our Ready, Willing & Able program and transform their lives. Stay tuned as we continue building brighter futures!

We're thrilled to share some exciting staff news! Lisa Charlton, who started her journey as a CASAC Case Manager, has been promoted to Clinical Supervisor at The Doe Fund's supportive housing residence, Villa House. She’s also achieved incredible milestones, including obtaining her Master of Social Work degree and becoming a Licensed Master Social Worker. 👏

Check out these recent photos of the Ready, Willing & Able crew working hard with Downtown Brooklyn Partnership! This transitional work experience helps maintain the vibrancy of the community while providing trainees with the skills they need to succeed in the workforce, such as teamwork and problem-solving.

Calling all Ready, Willing & Able alumni! Join us for The Doe Fund's Annual Alumni BBQ on Saturday, September 21, at 11 am at Marcus Garvey Park. This is the perfect opportunity for us to check in, for friends to reunite, and for all RWA participants, family, and staff to have a great time together. RSVP at https://lnkd.in/e-Ddrwy5

The Doe Fund's Men in Blue are committed to working with City Councilman James Gennaro to keep NYC's 24th City Council district safe and clean. They're determined to make a positive impact on the community while seizing every opportunity to transform their lives.

William Glenn, Program Director at The Doe Fund's Harlem Center for Opportunity, attended a resource fair at the Metropolitan Detention Center yesterday, where he shared the opportunities The Doe Fund offers to those preparing for reentry.   “I, for one, know the value of information that can be useful to people who are soon to be released from prison," he shared.