Don’t miss out! Join our mailing list to get all the latest BFY updates. The Bridge is celebrating 56-years of supporting youth experiencing homelessness! What began in 1970 as a thoughtful and meaningful response to the growing number of unaccompanied youth facing exploitation, addiction, and mental illness has grown into a community staple for youthContinue Reading
The History of The Bridge for Youth
Established on the West Bank in 1970 by local activists, Sister Rita Steinhagen and Sister Marlene Barghini of The Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, The Bridge for Youth has been a consistent and stable leader in supporting youth in crisis. Founded through the vision and leadership of these fierce advocates, today The Bridge is an independent, non-religious organization serving youth of all backgrounds. What began as a thoughtful and meaningfulContinue Reading
Youth and Staff Reflect on BIPOC Mental Health
Supporting young people starts with meeting them where they are and providing them with holistic support. At The Bridge for Youth, we’ve seen firsthand how culturally relevant care impacts the young people we work with. In 2025, 81% of youth supported identified as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC). As we work to be a safe and welcomingContinue Reading
