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Connecting Families Facing Homelessness to a Better Future

Bridge Communities is a dynamic, grassroots, non-profit organization committed to transforming the lives of families facing homelessness through partnering with talented, resourceful individuals and groups in our community. Our program of housing, mentoring, and empowering families focuses on moving them towards a goal of self-sufficiency and serves 100+ families every year.

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Sleep Out Saturday

Join us for a meaningful night of empathy and impact at Sleep Out Saturday and help support the 100+ families served every year by Bridge Communities.

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Reflections of 2024 Client Graduates

85%

Secured permanent housing

91%

Grew their savings

67%

Increased their income

91%

Decreased their debt 

 

Client Success Stories

Because of you, I'm not a statistic

Michelle

Back in 2015, one summer day started out like any other for Michelle. A stay-at-home mom, she was out and about, running errands, ferrying her children to their activities. She’d been married for 20 years by then, and had no reason to think her life would change. Read More

I’m taking control of my life again.

Ambar

Ambar had suffered for many years, abused by the fists and betrayals of her children’s father, before she was able to break free. And then, two years ago, Ambar lost her job — and her entire world fell apart. Read More

I was thankful – very, very thankful – because I could see my kids smile, and it’s not about the things. It’s about how happy they were.

Mariana

Mariana found herself facing homelessness after she left an unhealthy marriage. She was a hard worker, but she left her marriage with little more than a car and her two young children. With the help of the Bridge program, her strength and resilience led her to achieving her dreams. Read More

Glen Ellyn Non-Profit of the Year seal

Glen Ellyn Non-Profit of the Year

Bridge Communities was voted Non-Profit of the Year in the Glen Ellyn Community Awards ran by the Glen Ellyn Chamber of Commerce.

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Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency

Bridge Communities has earned Candid's Platinum Seal of Transparency, the highest level awarded to nonprofits.

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Charity Navigator 4-Star Charity

In multiple years, Bridge Communities earned the distinction of a 4-Star charity by industry leading Charity Navigator.