The objects of the charity and limited company are ‘ the advancement of the Christian faith and education including the relief of persons experiencing poverty homelessness physical and mental disability and the provision of accommodation and support.’

Open Door began as a Churches Together initiative in 1997 and now manages and provides:

• Portland House
  Supported housing for young people aged 16-30.
   
• Rockfield House
  Homeless family accommodation on behalf of Forest Heath District Council
   
• Charity Superstore & Training Centre & Old Station Road Charity Shop
  Retailing donated furniture and bric-a-brac etc and providing volunteering and training opportunities for disadvantaged people and the wider community
   
• Emergency Food Parcels and Meal Vouchers
  Providing discounted food at two local restaurants and basic foodstuffs for people in emergency need
  
• The Foodbank
  Distributing donated food to people in need