Dutchtown Opportunity Coalition for Youth (DOCY)

Empowering at-risk youth with support, skills, and community connections for a brighter future.

Program Overview

The Dutchtown Opportunity Coalition for Youth (DOCY), run by Employment Connections, supports at-risk and disengaged youth through alternative programs and activities. DOCY fosters social connections, skill development, conflict resolution, teamwork, self-esteem, and academic and career growth to help reduce risky behaviors. Activities include movie nights, Halloween Trunk or Treat, video game tournaments, town halls, and college readiness workshops.

The program is funded by Prop S for 2025.

The program is operated by Employment Connections: https://www.employmentstl.org/

Program Eligibility

In order to take part in the program, youth must be ages 10-17 who reside in the City of St. Louis Dutchtown, Gravois Park, Mount Pleasant, and Marine Villa neighborhoods facing academic challenges or needing job skills training.

Program Contact Information

To learn more about DOCY, call (314) 766-2853 or email smithc@employmentstl.org.

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