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11/02/2026

Have you noticed that Door of Hope has a staff spotlight nearly every month? Turns out, we’ve been doing that since the beginning!

A 1980s staff spotlight introduced readers to Jim Martin, who joined the Door of Hope team in 1986 after years as a police officer and a difficult season of transition in his own life.

After a stint at a Union Rescue Mission, a pastor suggested he pray about joining the Door of Hope staff in Pasadena.

Jim wasn’t convinced. But after agreeing to visit, he remembers a very specific moment when he knew: on a Friday night, March 7, 1986, while eating a taco salad, he felt the Lord confirm his call to Door of Hope.

“It’s like having a big family again,” Jim said of his new community. He loved the laughter, hugs and time spent with the children—and especially hearing a resident ask, “How do I accept Christ?”

Here’s to the staff who have helped make Door of Hope a place of hope for four decades! 🎉

10/29/2026

🎅 Secret Santas Wanted! 🎁

Help make the holidays brighter for families facing homelessness! 💜 There are several ways to spread hope this season with Door of Hope:

🎁 Become a Secret Santa and help make the holidays special for a family.
💳 Donate gift cards to give families the flexibility to choose what they need most.
🎄 Volunteer at our Christmas Festival and help create a joyful holiday experience for families in our community.

Your generosity can bring joy, encouragement, and a little extra magic to a family’s holiday season.

Ready to make a difference? Visit https://doorofhope.us/elves/ to learn how you can get involved!

10/26/2026

For nearly 18 years, Laura Diallo has served as Chair of the KBKG Volunteer Committee, sharing her passion for giving back to the Pasadena community. One of her favorite traditions is organizing KBKG's annual Secret Santa/Angel Tree program, which has brought holiday joy to Door of Hope families for approximately 10 years.

Each year, Laura and her colleagues come together to fulfill holiday wish lists, ensuring every family member receives the gifts they've wished for.

"For me, the annual Door of Hope Secret Santa at KBKG LLC is truly 'The Most Wonderful Time of the Year!'" Laura shares.

Through her dedication and the generosity of the KBKG team, Laura continues to make the holiday season brighter for families experiencing homelessness.

To read Laura's full spotlight, visit https://doorofhope.us/elves/

10/24/2026

**The 125th is TOMORROW, October 25!** There’s still time to join Door of Hope at the Pasadena Elks Lodge for this special event supporting families facing homelessness. Your participation helps families find stability, build brighter futures, and transform their lives.

Don’t miss your chance to make a difference for families in our community!

🎟️ Learn more and support the event here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-125th-a-country-western-affair-tickets-1997264792760?aff=DoorOfHope&fbclid=IwY2xjawVEgIdleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAWJyaWQRMUF0MVlhUEhFWjF2RmVYSkdzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeO_d1yNmX4LMkzdtIsOU79jw0QZxfhjzi4U_eaUYurdoWvotIOOWb3iivlmM_aem__a-o8ByU4MOgmPthH5btpA

10/20/2026

Every family deserves a safe place to call home. 💜

Join Door of Hope in making that possible at The 125th on Sunday, October 25, at the Pasadena Elks Lodge! By supporting this special event, you’re helping families facing homelessness find stability, build brighter futures, and transform their lives.

Together, we can bring hope to more families in our community.

Learn more and support the event here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-125th-a-country-western-affair-tickets-1997264792760?aff=DoorOfHope&fbclid=IwY2xjawVDX01leHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAWJyaWQRMXhIS29lRGplZk5BTkw3ckpzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeLq6Wyaf5zfK5dHkKPEH_Bt-xlTNFm7wCQBRPFoOChuCzjoomuh9l3bkGwq4_aem_f8tzDfWAluFSzAHqIl_9CQ

10/18/2026

A first soccer game is a pretty big deal! ⚽️💛 Our kids had a blast cheering on LAFC, experiencing the excitement of the stadium, and making memories together.

This was just one of 17 field trips our Children & Youth Program took this summer—the most they’ve ever taken in a single summer! From new experiences to unforgettable adventures, these opportunities give our kids the chance to simply be kids and explore something new.

We’re so grateful to the Doheny Foundation for making all 17 trips possible! 🖤💛

10/13/2026

As an organization focused on families, we’ve had kids running through our shelters since the very beginning. 💛

For 40 years, Door of Hope has been a place where children have played, grown, made friends and made memories while their families worked toward a more stable future.

These photos from the early years remind us that while so much has changed, one thing hasn’t: families have always been at the heart of Door of Hope.

10/08/2026

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It’s a time to recognize the courage it takes for families to seek safety and begin again. 💜

Yessica and her children faced domestic violence and the uncertainty of starting over. At Door of Hope, they found a safe place to rebuild and the support to move forward. While staying in shelter, Yessica returned to school and worked toward a career as a pharmacy technician.

Her story shows what can happen when families have a safe place to heal, grow, and find hope for what comes next. Watch the full video on our website. 💜

10/06/2026

A big THANK YOU to the amazing volunteers who rolled up their sleeves and helped us get ready for our Hope for the Future 40th Anniversary Gala. Your helping hands made a huge difference.💜🙌

We’re so grateful for the time, energy, and heart you shared with Door of Hope. It takes a wonderful community to make these special events happen—and we couldn’t do it without you!

Thank you for helping us bring Hope for the Future to life! ✨

10/04/2026

🌟 A huge shout-out to our amazing sponsors who are demonstrating their commitment to helping families facing homelessness transform their lives.

The Berns Team
Century Housing
East West Bank
Pennymac
Cathay Bank
CTA Wealth Advisors
ESSCO
Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream
Weaver & Associates, Inc.
J.D. Gilmour & Co.
Million Dollar Baby Co.
Burke, Williams, & Sorensen, LLP

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