Basic Needs & Housing

Runaway & Homeless Youth Services

A place to get support, connect, and start moving forward.

If your housing situation is unstable or uncertain, we're here to help you. Whatever you’re dealing with, you don’t have to figure it all out on your own.

If you're looking for a meal or a pantry bag, a place to take a shower or do your laundry, a restock of clean clothes or hygiene supplies, a quiet place to spend time, or the chance to connect with someone you can trust who can help, we've got you covered. You don't need an appointment or a referral to meet with our drop-in staff. They're here to listen, answer questions, and help you find what you need. These services are available in the Bronx (24 hours a day, seven days a week) and in Manhattan (from 10am to 6pm Monday through Saturday).

The Door also operates two Lower East Side supportive housing sites, which provide 24/7 staffing and resources for residents. For more information on qualifications for these sites, see our Supportive Housing page.

Bronx 24-Hour Drop-In Center

LOCATION: Bronx Youth Center, 2999 Third Avenue, 1st Floor, Bronx, NY 10455 (between 154th & 155th Streets)

Our Bronx 24-Hour Drop-In Center is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to young people ages 16-24.

You can find:

A safe resting space
Nutritious meals
Hygiene kits
Clothing
Showers
Laundry facilities
Mental health counseling
Housing and shelter placement
Financial coaching, including money management
Benefits navigation
Case management

Manhattan Drop-In Center

LOCATION: Manhattan Youth Center, 555 Broome Street, 1st Floor, NY, NY 10013

Our Manhattan Drop-In Center is open Monday through Saturday, 10am to 6pm. It is closed on Sunday and on select holidays.

You can find:

On-site meals, access to a food pantry, clothing, hygiene items, showers, and laundry.
Counseling and emotional emergency intervention
Referrals to NYC shelters
Housing navigation
Case management
Arts, recreation, and enrichment activities (such as crafts, games, open art studio, and more)
Access to additional Door programs and services, including counseling, health and dental care, individual and group financial literacy counseling, benefits navigation, legal services, education and job training programs, creative arts activities, and more.

The Door’s Manhattan drop-in center does not have an overnight on-site shelter but can provide referrals to nearby shelters.

Emergencies

If you are in danger, experiencing a life-threatening emergency, or need immediate medical attention, call 911 now or go to your local emergency room.

Clothing and In-Kind Donations

The Door accepts gently used (or new) clothing/shoes of all sizes on an ongoing basis. Clothing donations can be dropped off Monday–Friday, 11am–5pm. We cannot pick up donations. Tax donation letter available upon request.

If you are interested in donating products such as hygiene kits, toiletries, stable pantry items, or laundry detergent, please contact our Events and Partnerships team at events@door.org.