Volunteers Make Our Mission Possible!

Doorways is a 24/7/365 operation. This feat is made possible by the hard work and dedication of a critical part of our team: volunteers!

Our round-the-clock continuum of care, from hotline to shelter to advocacy, is provided by our staff and our corps of volunteers who undertake 40+ hours of training to work with our clients.

We are so grateful to this incredible group of folks for giving their time and talent to support our clients and staff and bring Doorways' mission and values to life every day. Thank you, volunteers, for all you do! We truly couldn't do it without you!

Interested in volunteering

with Doorways' programs?

Visit our website to learn more about volunteering with Doorways! Submit an online Volunteer Application, and then plan to attend a Volunteer Information Session. Additional questions? Please contact [email protected].

One-time volunteer opportunity

MLK Day, Monday, January 16th

We are proud to partner with Volunteer Arlington, a program of the Leadership Center for Excellence, for the 2023 MLK Day of Service on Monday, January 16th. This day of service helps strengthen and empower our community through hands-on volunteer opportunities. We are offering a Donation Scavenger Hunt. To volunteer with us during the MLK Day of Service, please register at volunteer.leadercenter.org/MLK. With your help, can make this holiday a “day on,” not a day off!

Virtual Lunch-and-Learn with Leadership

Join Doorways' leadership for a virtual lunch-and-learn, including Q&A, about our new strategic plan! Submit a question when you register or ask live.

Alumni Spotlight: Diana Ortiz, Doorways

"What we're looking at now is, what are some of the things we learned that we want to keep? What are some of those things that we want to do differently?"

The Cost of Affordable Housing is Lower than the Cost of Homelessness

"The pathway to homelessness often comes with a one-two punch. Two tragedies in a row that plunge people into an impossible situation."

"For example, LaVerne, who I met in 2019 at the Bridge Home in Watts, became homeless after leaving an abusive marriage, coupled with a death in the family. She was a working nurse living in her car, worried about her safety, unable to mourn, and in constant search for a bathroom and shower. Her struggles became too much and she lost her job."

Let Kids Choose Who They Hug

"The notion of consent may seem very grown-up and like something that doesn't pertain to children, but the lessons girls learn when they're young about setting physical boundaries and expecting them to be respected last a lifetime."

Together: A First Conversation About Love

"A beginner’s exploration of love, relationships, and families – the latest in the FIRST CONVERSATIONS board book series, which offers adults the opportunity to begin important conversations with young children in an informed, safe, and supported way."

Visit Doorways' Kids Corner for more family reading recommendations!

Tips for Intervening If You Witness Domestic Violence

"Witnessing domestic violence can be difficult, but you can't 'save' them or 'fix' the situation. The hardest thing to realize is that even with your help, some people won't ever leave the relationship, and they do have the right to make that choice. You also have the right to express your concern, offer support, ask them to talk about a safety plan with you, and refer them to those who can help."