New Door Ventures is a non-profit organization dedicated to preparing opportunity youth for work and life. They strive to address the reality that nearly one in four young people aged 17 to 24 in the Bay Area are disconnected from school or work. Through their comprehensive programs, New Door Ventures aims to change this by providing the jobs, training, education, and support that youth need to discover and achieve their potential.

Their Employment Program offers six-month paid work-based internships with employer partners across various industries. This allows youth to gain valuable work experience and skills. The Career Center provides referrals to job opportunities, offering ongoing support for success.

Additionally, New Door Ventures offers small group and personalized classes to prepare youth for their G. E. D.

The impact of New Door Ventures is significant, with 64% of graduates employed one year prior to program enrollment and 74% employed three years after program exit. Graduates also experience higher annual earnings by an average difference of $5,500. Experience success stories like Mario, a 23-year-old Oakland native who now assists customers at GoCar San Francisco, or Miriam, who completed the program last year and gained valuable skills for her career.

Keonte also shares his glow-up story, highlighting the transformative impact of New Door Ventures' employment program. If you want to get involved, you can apply to their Internship Program, find your next job, get your High School Diploma, volunteer, hire youth, or donate. New Door Ventures is committed to creating positive change in the lives of opportunity youth, empowering them to transition to independent adulthood