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…
It’s official! As of July 2019, Bridging is 32 years-old and still serving its mission with great enthusiasm each and every day. Thanks to our Founder Fran Heitzman, his incredible vision and passion has driven our community of volunteers, donors and staff for more than thirty years.
Squirrel was referred to Bridging by Radias Health—she had been homeless for the last three years after her friend passed away. She says she spent many nights at a local grocery store coloring her elaborate paisley designs, and the employees there always took good care of her.
“My shopping trip was like Christmas, my birthday, Mother’s Day, and every holiday for the next five years all in one! I found everything. I didn’t expect all the stuff I got! I feel so grateful and blessed.” At Bridging, the energy was warm and inviting. The guy at the desk was so nice. Alyssa…
