A recent client of Bridging, Alice is a collector of books and an avid reader. She reads and listens to many genres— westerns, anime, thrillers— anything that catches her interest. She also loves to make connections with people to get to know their stories. Utilizing this strength, she has worked as a direct support professional…
Case manager Lori Hill is a dedicated advocate, “meeting each person where they are at” as she works alongside residents of the Salvation Army’s Hope Harbor in their transition to sustainable housing. One of her favorite parts of her job is connecting residents to Bridging where they furnish their homes according to their unique needs…
Allegra is an advocate and change maker, a small business owner, and a mother. For 10 years, she has served on the parent board of the Northside Achievement Zone, boldly advocating for equitable and affordable housing for families in her community. After a recent move, she worked with a caseworker at Northside Achievement Zone to…
Jose Gonzalez is a Family Program Manager with Simpson Housing Services, a Bridging agency partner. Simpson offers an array of programs including a shelter program, supportive housing for youth, adults, and families, and children and youth mentoring programs. Jose is deeply committed to Simpson’s mission to house, support, and advocate for people experiencing homelessness. Working…
Hubert H. Humphrey Job Corps is a St. Paul-based nonprofit and Bridging agency partner that offers education, hands-on career training, and a supportive community to young adults ages 16-24 as they build viable employment skills and independence. What is your role and title at your agency? “I am a career transition specialist at Humphrey Job…
Ruthie S., a creative and community-minded high school student at Upper Mississippi Academy, has dedicated her time and talents as a weekly Wednesday shopping volunteer at Bridging for the past seven months. Finding joy in “making real connections with people as they furnish their homes,” Ruthie knew she wanted to design her senior capstone project…
A mother and full-time employee, Kameshia and her daughter were thrilled to move into their new home six months ago. Kameshia secured housing and a referral to Bridging through partner agency Salvation Army. With the assistance of volunteers, she enjoyed a virtual shopping experience at Bridging that exceeded her expectations. “I was having some car…
A father, U.S. Veteran, and a native of St. Paul, Roland is glad to be living in the heart of his old neighborhood. At age 54, Roland’s incredible work ethic and optimism have equipped him for fulfilling adventures across the country and overseas, and eventually at Bridging. With optimism and wisdom — and always…
Cargill is honored to be a Platinum sponsor for the 25th-annual Bedrace for Bridging. The Cargill team has been having a winter blast at the Bedrace since 2012, and this special anniversary marks their 12th year of sponsoring the event. Julian Chase, Cargill’s leader of Business Operations and Supply Chain, is passionate about the mission…
Providing Housing Resources for New Paths in Minnesota Evgeniia is a Refugee Program Housing Specialist at Minnesota Council of Churches (MCC), a Bridging agency partner. Committed to advocacy and community partnerships, this multi-faceted organization in Minneapolis provides critical support to refugees as they transition to self-sufficiency. Individuals who receive refugee status in the United States…
