The Doe Fund

We're so proud to have been a part of the beginning of your journey, Antwoin Gutierrez! Congratulations on 13 years of passion, purpose, and pastries. Your story continues to inspire us all at The Doe Fund.

Thank you to the team at Steve Madden for welcoming our Ready, Willing & Able trainees to your headquarters for mock interviews yesterday! These one-on-one sessions gave participants the opportunity to practice interview skills in a real-world setting and build the confidence they need to take the next step in their careers. We’re grateful for your support!

Thank you, Council Member Erik Bottcher. We're proud to help keep District 3 clean and support the community through a partnership that transforms lives.

Yesterday, The Doe Fund launched a new program with The STEM Alliance at our Webster Green supportive and affordable housing residence! This partnership brings hands-on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) learning to residents, many of whom are rebuilding their lives after experiencing homelessness. Through free tech skills training, free devices, and free or low-cost internet access, The STEM Alliance is helping bridge the digital divide and expand economic opportunity. One participant shared, “This alliance is about empowerment, dignity, and creating a future where everyone has the tools to thrive.” Follow along as residents reshape what opportunity looks like—one STEM lesson at a time. #SecondChanceMonth #STEMeducation

The Doe Fund is looking for compassionate, dedicated professionals who want to make a difference. If that sounds like you, take a look at some of our current job openings: Day Program Case Manager - Ready, Willing & Able Harlem Facility https://lnkd.in/eBRfbMrD Administrative Assistant https://lnkd.in/ebXbqdTH Recruitment & Partnership Specialist https://lnkd.in/eritmRgb Payroll Specialist https://lnkd.in/eJeaydSk

When Charles Franchino, our Workforce Development Manager, heard that the Local 12 Insulators Union would be distributing just 100 apprenticeship applications, he sprang into action. He knew exactly who should be first in line: Marquis and Terrell, two standout graduates of our Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) training program. The catch? Securing those coveted spots meant an overnight wait outside a Queens union hall. So Charles did what few would—he met the two trainees at their facility on Sunday night, drove them to the site, and stayed overnight to make sure they got in. He checked the line every 30 minutes while they rested in the warmth of his car. By morning, Marquis and Terrell had applications #26 and #27 in hand. Then, just days later, Charles drove them back to the union to hand-deliver their completed applications—ensuring they weren’t even a minute late. As Charles put it, "For me, there was never a second thought about doing this. It didn’t feel like going above and beyond—it was just the right thing to do. When the union first explained the process in an info session we had with them, including the overnight wait and the early morning rush, I knew immediately: I’m going to wait with them to make sure everything goes smoothly. If this were an opportunity I wanted for myself, I’d do whatever it took—so why wouldn’t I do the same for them?" This is what commitment looks like at The Doe Fund.

Did you know that 70% of The Doe Fund’s program team are graduates of Ready, Willing & Able? Duane Fagan walked the same path, joining the program in search of a new direction and discovering his purpose along the way. Now, as Associate Director at our Porter facility, he helps others rebuild their lives. #SecondChanceMonth

In a city of 8.5 million people, just 0.6% of NYC’s $107B budget went to workforce development last year. That figure underscores the need to reassess how we prioritize investments in economic opportunity. NYC Employment and Training Coalition (NYCETC)’s new report calls out this systemic underinvestment and the consequences for prime-age workers shut out of opportunity. The people who fuel our economy are being sidelined in the budget. If we want a stronger middle class, we need stronger investments in the adults who make NYC work. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eWFGF9Gq #WorkforceEquity #NYC #NYCBudget #NYCETC

The Doe Fund is hiring! Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Join our team! We’re looking for dedicated professionals to fill roles, including: Payroll Specialist https://lnkd.in/eJeaydSk Community Housing Liaison https://lnkd.in/ePsSnyir Workforce Development Support Services Coordinator https://lnkd.in/eiC_V6iH Director of Internal Training & Professional Development https://lnkd.in/eysZ9aVP

For many Ready, Willing & Able trainees, legal challenges are a major barrier to stability. As The Doe Fund’s Legal Referral Manager, Crystal Ruiz helps connect trainees with the resources they need — from addressing past records, securing identification, navigating housing and employment rights, and much more. Learn how Crystal helps trainees achieve a fresh start on our blog! #WomensHistoryMonth https://lnkd.in/e4hZ3N3X