On any given night in Minnesota, over 6,000 youth are without the safety of home. A disproportionate amount of these young people identify as LGBTQ+. Too often, when a youth comes out, they find themselves without safety, acceptance, and support. The Bridge for Youth is a safe place for all LGBTQ+ youth. In 2025 alone, 27% of theContinue Reading
Youth Stories
Mental Health Awareness Month: Youth Reflections
As we celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month, The Bridge affirms our commitment to walking alongside youth in their healing journey. Youth receive holistic care ranging from onsite therapy, support groups, and community connections that make them feel safe, accepted, and supported. Throughout this month, we’ve been engaging in conversations with youth about breaking down barriers around mentalContinue Reading
Creating Pathways to Youth Leadership
Elevating youth voice and leadership is at the heart of our work at The Bridge. Through our Youth Advisory Board (YAB), youth up to the age of 24 who have been program participants at The Bridge use their voices to influence change within the organization. YAB members make recommendations on programming, practices, and policies at The Bridge, and takeContinue Reading
