As a youth-serving organization, one of our greatest joys is watching young people grow into leaders and achieve their goals. Through our Youth Advisory Board (YAB), youth up to the age of 24 who have been program participants at The Bridge use their voice to advise on program policies and practices within the organization. For example, YAB membersContinue Reading
August 2026 Newsletter: History, Holistic Care, and CommUNITY
Don’t miss out! Join our mailing list to get all the latest BFY updates. The Bridge is celebrating 56-years of supporting youth experiencing homelessness! What began in 1970 as a thoughtful and meaningful response to the growing number of unaccompanied youth facing exploitation, addiction, and mental illness has grown into a community staple for youthContinue Reading
The History of The Bridge for Youth
Established on the West Bank in 1970 by local activists, Sister Rita Steinhagen and Sister Marlene Barghini of The Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, The Bridge for Youth has been a consistent and stable leader in supporting youth in crisis. Founded through the vision and leadership of these fierce advocates, today The Bridge is an independent, non-religious organization serving youth of all backgrounds. What began as a thoughtful and meaningfulContinue Reading
