The Extra Mile is a new recognition series highlighting team members who go above and beyond in service of Bridging’s mission, values, and community. Here we recognize the dedication and adaptability of our warehouse teams during a week of extreme weather challenges. Minnesota summers are often unpredictable, but on Thursday, July 16, when extreme heat and air quality reached hazardous levels, many outdoor activities…
Director of Human Resources Myra Falteysek reflects on a deeply rewarding 15-year career at Bridging Q: What’s your “typical” day as the Director of Human Resources at Bridging? A: It’s busy, but deeply rewarding! My role is a constant balancing act of thinking strategically while managing the day-to-day needs of our team. I see HR…
Meet Ilon Preston, the newest member of the Strategic Partnership team at Bridging! Q: How have your first few months been at Bridging? A: In a word, “exciting!” It’s been such an interesting process coming to a furniture bank after being a Program Manager at a food pantry – so much is the same, and…
In 2011, Andrew Ronning was digging into his college Capstone project researching the impact of homelessness. Andrew heard about Bridging and decided to learn more. A Bridging tour sparked Andrew’s passion for the mission and his journey with the organization. He started as a warehouse volunteer, going above and beyond by donating 268 hours over…
Executive Director Mark Wilkening is celebrating his 10th anniversary with Bridging. We’re excited to celebrate Mark and his incredible milestone! Mark is an esteemed leader and down-to-earth Bridging team member devoted to the important work of furnishing homes with hope. With humility and gratitude, Mark has navigated exciting opportunities and challenges at Bridging alongside a…
Bridging’s new Plymouth location is thriving! We’re furnishing homes with hope, and building our versatile team of Plymouth volunteers is a top priority. We hope you’ll join us! (Yes, YOU!) The Plymouth warehouse is bustling with activity as volunteers and staff accept a steady stream of residential donations, organize the expanding inventory, and transport quality…
Behind the scenes at Bridging, a new and versatile group known as the Strategic Partnership (SP) team cultivates an abundant network of community partners who participate in Bridging’s important work of furnishing homes with hope. Director of Strategic Partnerships Diana Dalsin and Community Engagement Coordinators Joel Bisser (in Roseville) and Danyelle Marthaler*, (in Bloomington) inspire…
Building on Bridging’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Earlier this month, Bridging staff members participated in a Culturally Responsive Practice training session facilitated by the Training Institute, a program offered by People Incorporated (a Bridging agency partner). Trainer Warren Duncan invited the group to examine how cultural identity shapes the way we make…
Dignity and Hope at Bridging “I was finding household items for my new beginning,” says Charlie, who furnished his home through Bridging last year. Charlie served in the United States Marine Corp. from 1982-1985 and later enjoyed a 30-year career as a chef. “Two years ago, I lost everything, but because of the grace of…
By Pastor Marty Wyatt and Joel Bisser Through their annual dresser build events and numerous blanket and kitchen item drives and Sharing Tree, Roseville Lutheran has partnered with Bridging since Bridging joined the Roseville community 15 years ago! Pastor Marty Wyatt says, “Our mission at Roseville Lutheran is to “love God and love our neighbor,…