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Bridges to Independence program partners with  Kitchen of Purpose

Kitchen of Purpose uses the Power of Food to Change Lives They empower people by providing culinary training, job placement, entrepreneurial opportunities, and nourishing meals to underserved communities. Their vision ...
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Volunteer Caryn Saunders stands with Youth Development Manager CeSha Whitfield

Bridges 2025 Volunteer of the year

Bridges to Independence extends its sincere congratulations to Caryn Saunders, our Volunteer of the Year for 2025. We express our gratitude to Caryn for her exceptional dedication to our Children’s ...
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Democracy Federal Credit Union assisted in organizing the Shelter pantry for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service

Democracy Federal Credit Union’s Day of Service

Democracy Federal Credit Union assisted in organizing the Shelter pantry for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service.
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Children standing with Virginia is for Lovers sign at Bridges' 1st. Summer camp for local youth

Bridges’ First Summer Camp

Children participating in Bridges' 1st. Summer camp for local youth
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Ms. CeSha Whitfield, the Bridges to Independence Youth Development Manager, distributing school supplies to families within the community.

Distributing School Supplies

Ms. CeSha Whitfield, the Bridges to Independence Youth Development Manager, distributing school supplies to families within the community.
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Bridges to Independence received a Certificate of Excellence for their Community work from Sigma Theta Alpha Military Sorority, Inc

Bridges to Independence Received a Certificate of Excellence from Sigma Theta Alpha Military Sorority, Inc

This past weekend, members of our Development and Shelter teams had the honor of attending the Sigma Theta Alpha Military Sorority, Inc.’s 2025 Lioness Conference Awards Dinner. We were deeply ...
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Bridges thanks Signa Theta Alpha Military Sorority, Inc., for their service day at Sullivan House shelter.

Sigma Theta Alpha Military Sorority, Inc. Service Day

Bridges thanks Sigma Theta Alpha Military Sorority, Inc., for their service day at Sullivan House shelter. (August 2025)
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Bridges thanks Jamestown School in Arlington, Virginia, for their contributions of household supplies.

Jamestown School Contributes Household Supplies

Bridges thanks Jamestown School in Arlington, Virginia, for their contributions of household supplies. (May 2025)
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Director of Development Ray Bolton and Development Associate Maya Miller of Bridges to Independence at the Bunny Hop sponsored by Clarendon United Methodist Church, Arlington, Virginia

Bridges to Independence at the Bunny Hop

Director of Development Ray Bolton and Development Associate Maya Miller of Bridges to Independence at the Bunny Hop sponsored by Clarendon United Methodist Church, Arlington, Virginia (April, 2025)
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Langley School, a Private Educational Institution in Mc Lean, Virginia, donated needed supplies for the needy families at the shelter.

Langley School Donated Supplies to Bridges to Independence

Langley School, a Private Educational Institution in Mc Lean, Virginia, donated needed supplies for the needy families at the shelter.
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Arlington County Commissioner of Revenue, Pantry organization at the shelter

Arlington County Commissioner of Revenue Helps Organize Pantry

Arlington County Commissioner of Revenue, Pantry organization at the shelter
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Mastercard Consultant Advisors Client Services in Arlington, assisting with the organization of our Shelter shed

Mastercard Consultant Advisors Client Services in Arlington Help Organize Shelter

Mastercard Consultant Advisors Client Services in Arlington, assisting with the organization of our Shelter shed
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Do you need help or supportive services?

If you or someone you know is experiencing homelessness, or at risk of becoming homeless, contact Arlington County’s Department of Human Services Community Assistance Bureau (CAB) at 703-228-1300 for help. In case of shelter need during non-business hours, please call 703-228-1010 for assistance.