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,…
By Kelli F. “When I first came in, I wondered if I would be judged. It was my first thought. When I got there, I was greeted with a smile, and no one treated me in any other way but with respect. It can be hard to ask for help. My pride gets in the…
You may have heard … Bridging is growing! Our third location in Plymouth is OPEN, and an enthusiastic, mission-minded team of onsite staff and volunteers is welcoming the Northwest metro community to participate in the important work of furnishing homes with hope. Staff Spotlight The Plymouth warehouse staff team, Bailey DeLaRosa-Troth, Kirk Hobbs, and Thaw…
Ecolab: Featured Bridging Partner By Kris Taylor and Alexa Hoekstra, Ecolab Foundation in collaboration with Kris Kielsa, Ecolab; Joel Bisser and Beth Smith, Bridging For nearly 20 years, Ecolab and the Ecolab Foundation have been dedicated to making a difference in the communities where its associates live and work. Through financial support, volunteerism, and hands-on…
Luther Automotive Group is thrilled to be the exclusive Gold-level sponsor for the 2025 Original Mattress Factory Bedrace for Bridging. An eight-year sponsor of the Bedrace, the Luther Auto team encourages local businesses, family, and friends to participate in this one-of-a-kind winter fundraiser on March 1, 2025 at Buck Hill in Burnsville. Luther Auto’s Community Engagement…
Cook and advocate Julie M. adds an extra ingredient of love in her work alongside youth. “I love being in the role of cook,” Julie says. “Because food is love. When you cook for someone and add that extra ingredient of love, they feel it.” Julie McCarthy is the cook and one of six youth…
Chocolate crinkles, peanut butter, ginger, triple chocolate, and Kitchen Sink. This is just a sampling of the decadent, melt-in-your-mouth cookies that Debby bakes for the Bridging volunteers and staff members who are lucky enough to be at the Bloomington warehouse on Thursday mornings. Debby works full-time at Boston Scientific. Her husband Tom, retired from his…
