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Bridges to Independence Announces Appointment of Fraser Murdoch as CEO
ARLINGTON, VA (June 16, 2022) — Bridges to Independence is under new leadership with the appointment of Fraser Murdoch as CEO. Mr. Murdoch joins the organization with experience that includes ...
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service
Thank you to everyone that participated in Volunteer Arlington's MLK Day of Service! It was an amazing day "on, not off", over 100 volunteers came together to assemble Birthday Boxes ...
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Bridges’ Youth Mentoring Program
Learn about an experience of a youth in Bridges programming! I first learned about Bridges when I was in the 7th grade, but it wasn’t until I was in the ...
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PRESS RELEASE: Bridges to Independence Announces CEO Transition
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Samuel L. Kelly, Jr., CEOskelly@bridges2.org(703) 525-7177 x117 January 6, 2022 Bridges to Independence Announces CEO TransitionSamuel L. Kelly, Jr. Departs After 16 Years Arlington, VA: Bridges to Independence announced that ...
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A Special Announcement from Bridges’ CEO
Dear #BridgeBuilder Community, Happy New Year! I hope you were able to enjoy the holiday season safely, in good health, and with loved ones – whether in-person or virtually. Having ...
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State Farm Volunteers
Thank you, State Farm, for volunteering with Bridges! State Farm employees supported Bridges’ mission by volunteering virtually and collecting pantry staples for families at our shelter!
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Turner Construction Holiday Gifts
Thank you, Turner Construction, for donating Holiday gifts to families at Bridges! Every year, Turner Construction stuffs shoe boxes with essential items such as shampoo, soap, socks, and more!
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Stateside Support
Stateside held an internal drive to collect essential items for families at Bridges shelter! They collected toothpaste, laundry detergent, cooking pots, and more. Thanks, Stateside!
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Ballston Bid Holiday Wreath Market
The Ballston Bid hosted their first annual Holiday Wreath Market. Proceeds from the sale went to support Bridges and other local organizations. We appreciate your support, Ballston Bid!
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CTAB Hoops
Thank you, CTAB Hoops, for collecting over 50 Thanksgiving meal kits for families at Bridges! Each meal kit included the pantry staples to a Thanksgiving meal like corn, mashed potatoes, ...
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Girls Scout Blankets
A local Girl Scout Brownie Group was hard at work this month creating cozy blankets for families at Bridges! Additionally, they held a drive to collect essential items like paper ...
Read More Meet Jacqueline!
Jacqueline*, a single mom of a toddler, came to our Employment services manager seeking a livable wage job so she could provide for herself and her daughter. Our Employment Services ...
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Hays Recruiting
Hays Recruiting volunteered their time this month, by hosting a grocery store drive on behalf of Bridges. They traveled to local grocery stores and collected monetary donations and in-kind goods ...
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Turner’s Construction
Bridges was thrilled to present during Turner’s Construction Inclusion Week! The week focuses on actions to advance diversity, equity and inclusion, while focusing on unconscious bias, supplier diversity, job site ...
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Helping Warm The Homeless
This Month, an organization called Helping Warm the Homeless contributed 5 dozen Halloween goodie bags and 3 dozen adult bags to Bridges Trunk-or-Treat. Thank you for the goodies!
Read More Meet Shayla!
A single mother named Shayla*, was able to utilize our workforce development program and obtain a professional certification that empowered her to find liveable wage employment. Shayla lost her job ...
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Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
Earlier this month we were thrilled to have members from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints volunteer at our shelter. They did an array of beautification projects, including ...
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Meet Adam!
Adam* is a high school-aged boy, whose family came to the shelter in 2019 and entered Bridges Rapid Rehousing Program in 2020. Both of his parents are products of intergenerational ...
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Northern Virginia Alliance League
We had a great time attending the Fall Festival hosted by the Northern Virginia Alliance League. The day consisted of afternoon tea, an evening reception, and networking. The NVAL selected ...
Read More Impact 100
Congratulations to Access Youth for being awarded Impact100 DC’s founding year grant of $105,000! Bridges enjoyed learning more about your mission and look forward to seeing the great things you’ll ...
Read More Meet Saida!
A youth involved in Bridges programming who immigrated to the U.S. with her family at just seven years old. Her family arrived in the U.S. with no resources, family connections, ...
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Dominion Guild
Thank you, Dominion Guild, for donating towels, sheets, bathroom supplies, and more! The donations will go directly to families in Bridges shelter. Often times, families enter the shelter with little to ...
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Clarendon Presbyterian Church Continues Monthly Drive-thru Food and Toiletry Collections for Bridges and RPC in 2021
Clarendon Presbyterian Church (CPC) recently announced that it will continue holding monthly drive-thru food and toiletry collections for the foreseeable future to support their neighbors who are experiencing homelessness. The ...
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CannonDesign
Thank you, CannonDesign, for moving our office furniture from our administrative offices to our community services center. Some of Bridges staff are working out of the community center, so having more ...
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First Presbyterian Church
Last month, middle and high school students from First Presbyterian Church sorted, organized, and prepared donations for Bridge's Back to School Drive and Drop! Thanks to their support, kids were ...
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Helping Hands Society of Greater Washington
Bridges was honored to attend a luncheon hosted by the Helping Hands Society of Greater Washington. The luncheon was to recognize grant recipients and members of the National Association of ...
Read More Bridges to Independence Announces Merger with Bonder & Amanda Johnson Community Development Corporation
Bridges to Independence Announces Merger with Bonder & Amanda Johnson Community Development Corporation Combined non-profit organization will enhance services to Northern Virginia families in need, deepen ties to Arlington’s Green Valley ...
Read More AT&T Grant to Bridges for Youth Program
Bridges to Independence Receives Support from AT&T (Arlington, VA) - Bridges to Independence received a $20,000 grant from AT&T Foundation to support the continuation of Bridges’ Youth Development Program. The ...
Read More Build bridges during government shutdown
Dear Friends, As you are aware, the partial government shutdown has hit the four-week mark, impacting the nation and especially those in our region. Bridges to Independence relies on federal funding ...
Read More Arlington Turkey Trot
Arlington, VA - Arlington Magazine readers have voted the Arlington Turkey Trot the best local race for 2019. The “Trot” as it is often referred to, is truly an Arlington ...
Read More Home for the Holidays
Bridges to Independence is ending homelessness: one family, one home at a time. Will you help? No family should be homeless, especially during the holidays. Our goal is to raise ...
Read More Bridges to Independence Responds to Amazon HQ2 Announcement
Bridges to Independence Responds to Amazon HQ2 Announcement Amazon encouraged to address homelessness, housing affordability for at-risk families in Northern Virginia Arlington, Va. – Bridges to Independence, a ...
Read More Farewell, Mark
On Friday, September 21st we said goodbye to long-time staff member, Mark Moreau. After 32 years of dedicated service, Mark has certainly left his mark on Bridges to Independence. “It’s ...
Read More Deloitte Receives Award for Volunteer Service to Bridges
Deloitte representatives receive their award at the Arlington Cares volunteer recognition event Here at Bridges, we rely on volunteers to help us achieve our mission. We are pleased to announce ...
Read More Bridges Wins Award for Diversity and Inclusion
Bridges to Independence was honored to receive this year's Arlington Economic Development Legacy Award for Diversity and Inclusion. The award was presented at the Arlington Premiere, a reception welcoming new ...
Read More Homelessness Shows Further Decline
Slowly, but surely, our efforts are paying off. Each year, on a cold night in January, volunteers from throughout the DC Metro area explore every corner of our region to ...
Read More Bunny Hop a Success!
The first annual Arlington Bunny Hop 5K Run/Walk was a resounding success, attracting over 500 participants on a gorgeous spring morning! Bridges was thrilled to be the beneficiary of this ...
Read More Bridges Youth Feel the Thrill of Success Through Running
Here at Bridges, we strive to help youth build confidence, trust, and respect through enriching experiences - such as our running club, Bridges Runs. Bridges Runs was founded five years ago by ...
Read More Habiba’s Inspiring Story
Our former participant Habiba graduated from George Mason University in December and we couldn't be prouder! Watch a video about Habiba and read her inspiring story: My husband and I ...
Read More 2017 Year In Review Published
In fiscal year 2017, we found much reason to rejoice as we celebrated our 32nd anniversary. We are pleased to present the highlights of the last year. 2017 YEAR IN ...
Read More Building Update
In Northern Virginia, the cost of living continues to rise, placing an incredible burden on our community’s most vulnerable families. As a result, the number of families in need of ...
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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.
Arlington County also is offering special assistance with rent, food, and vaccination information during the pandemic. Call 703-228-7999 or visit https://publicassistance.arlingtonva.us/.
If you live in the Green Valley community and are in need of supportive services, please call 703-525-7177.
