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  • Don’t Miss The Garage Party! - Jan 31, 2012
    The Garage Party benefitting the Auto Donation Program of Bridge Communities is this Saturday, February 4th from 7 p.m. to midnight at Gearhead European Auto Repair in downtown Glen Ellyn.  If you haven’t bought your tickets yet, you can get Garage Party tickets online for $40 per person. This year’s event promises to be the [...] …
  • Historic Hull House Closing - Jan 24, 2012
    Late last week, we read the news that the historic and pioneering Jane Addams Hull House will be filing for bankruptcy and closing its doors this spring.  What a tragedy. The Chicago-based social services organization founded by Nobel Peace Prize winner Jane Addams in 1889 helped thousands of immigrants adjust to life in America.  As the organization grew, [...] …
  • New Opportunities and New CEO Kick off 2012 at Bridge Communities - Jan 20, 2012
    John Hayner has been hired as Bridge Communities’ new Chief Executive Officer, a shift that moves Bridge forward into a new era of growth and leadership as Bridge transitions into the future. As CEO, John will be responsible for Bridge’s day to day operations, long-term strategic and organizational planning, and Board communications.  He’ll will work [...] …
  • Congratulations, Joyce! - Jan 17, 2012
    Joyce Hothan, our Executive Director of Program, has managed our growth over 15 years now.  Thanks to her, Bridge Communities has grown from a small grass-roots group of volunteers into a professional staff with 100 client families.  Joyce recruited all of our case managers, set up our mentor training, helped to recruit churches to be [...] …
  • Helping Dr. King’s Dream Come True - Jan 16, 2012
    A Martin Luther King Day Reflection by Joyce Hothan Yesterday I read a review of “My Story”, A Memoir by Harry Belefonte. In the book Harry talks about meeting Dr. King. He says “this man was both determined to do what he saw as his mission – and truly was overwhelmed by it.” Just this [...] …
  • New Year’s Resolutions - Jan 12, 2012
    From Joyce Hothan, Bridge Communities’ Executive Director… I made only one New Year’s resolution this year.  My resolution is to dance more! For those of you who know me well, this might not come as a surprise.  I think I enjoy dancing more than eating, which says a lot.  “Why?” you ask?  Simple…it makes me feel [...] …
  • The Garage Party - Jan 10, 2012
    Cold?  Bored?  Hungry?  Thirsty?  No worries.  We’ve got it all covered in one great night: The Garage Party.  Hosted by Bridge Builders, The Garage Party is your solution to the winter blues.       On Saturday, February 4th, 400 of your closest friends will be at Gearhead European Automotive in Glen Ellyn, listening to tunes [...] …
  • Bridge Families Celebrate Christmas Together - Dec 20, 2011
    On Friday, December 9, Bridge Communities’ client families celebrated the holidays together at a joyful private party at The DuPage Children’s Museum in Naperville.  Approximately 230 people attended; the guest list included Bridge client families, staff, volunteers and special guests.    The entire Museum was open for the celebration.  The heart of the party took [...] …
  • Create Your Own Extended Family – Adopt One! - Dec 8, 2011
    Many people associate “family” with the holiday season.  We spend time with families.  We celebrate family traditions.  We send cards and gifts to our families.  We reminisce about past holidays celebrated with family. This year, why not create your own extended family?  Adopt a homeless family that’s currently in Bridge Communities’ Transitional Housing Program, and [...] …
  • Thanks for Giving - Nov 21, 2011
    When I walked into the Bridge Communities the office the other day, I was overwhelmed by what I saw: almost 100 beautifully adorned gift bags full of Thanksgiving groceries – mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce, stuffing, gravy, dessert, and beautifully hand-crafted cards - each bag complete with a gift card for purchasing a turkey. One of Bridge’s Program Partners [...] …