Amy is a real estate broker, team leader and a mentor. Years ago, after working as a full-time accountant and part-time realtor, she took the leap and started her own real estate company. As she established her presence in real estate, Amy also started her own nonprofit, CLUTCH, that provides resources for single parents, divorced…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Julie Moen is top-notch Bridging volunteer and a longtime educator. An exceptional listener, she hones in on each person’s unique needs. She is a positive and creative resource, and her greatest satisfaction is being present as someone feels empowered and reaches an important goal. As a special education teacher in the Anoka-Hennepin School District, she…
A former client of Bridging, Lori is a seasoned storyteller and a talented public speaker. She studied journalism and embarked on a multi-decade career in the field. Working in advertising, communications, and marketing for reputable Twin Cities businesses, she shared her writing expertise across a variety of sectors including financial services, healthcare, and special education….
Lives We Touch: Caseworker Ella Washington, Breaking Free* Housing Advocate Ella Washington “wears many hats” at Breaking Free, an organization with a mission to end all forms of sex trafficking and prostitution. Breaking Free empowers survivors of sex trafficking and prostitution by providing housing services, case management, advocacy, referrals, and other resources. Working at…
IN 1999, Andrea K. literally ran away from drug court in Gary, Indiana and moved to Minnesota to begin again. After struggling with addiction, “in a God-given moment of sanity,” she says she turned herself in to get an alcohol and drug screening and entered treatment. After many months of treatment she came out of…
