Celebrating 14 years in Harlem

Posted by Maire on July 15, 2010 under Special Events | Be the First to Comment

Fourteen years ago, The Doe Fund took over the city-run shelter on 155th Street and Eighth Avenue and promised to turn it into a Ready, Willing & Able Center for Opportunity.  It wasn’t easy to change the building from a dangerous, drug-infested residence to the bright, productive home it is today, but with the support from New Yorkers and the NYC Department of Homeless Services, we did just that.

Workforce development champion

Posted by Calvin on January 25, 2010 under News | Be the First to Comment

The New York City Employment & Training Coalition recognized Bonnie Holtzman, our Associate Director of Career Development, with the Workforce Staff/Bonnie Potter Award. It recognizes a front line staff member who enhances the field of workforce development in New York City by connecting participants to opportunities, exemplifying dedication and commitment, playing a pivotal role in furthering an agency’s mission, and having an impact on participants’ lives. For all of these accomplishments and more, Bonnie will be recognized at an awards reception on March 16th.

Well-Earned Recognition: Felipe Vargas

Posted by Calvin on September 29, 2009 under News | Be the First to Comment

Felipe Vargas

At this year’s Citizens Against Recidivism’s awards banquet, The Doe Fund’s Director of Programs, Felipe Vargas, will be honored with a Citizens’ Award.  Felipe played an indispensible role in adapting Ready, Willing & Able to the needs of formerly incarcerated people.  The awards ceremony will take place on Friday, October 30, 2009.