A Look Back at 2012…Our Annual Report
Our 2012 Annual Report is now available on our website. The annual report gives us an opportunity to thank our donors, reflect on the...
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sarah5365
Aug 29, 20132 min read
One step forward…and another step back.
In this job we celebrate a lot of successes–both small and large–with the families we work with. However, the reality in life (for our...
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sarah5365
Jun 3, 20132 min read
Something for Everyone
Ever wonder where you could buy a nearly-life-sized Orangutan Puppet? What about a Snowman Pinata? A bench made from a sleigh bed? A...
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sarah5365
May 29, 20132 min read
Iris’ Moment
Iris’ adult son was able to help with her mortgage once in awhile; and Iris also had good friend, also a widow, with whom she would...
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sarah5365
May 22, 20131 min read
Run for Hope – Moved to Paul Bunyan Trail
Hello friends! I want to give you a quick update about the Run for Hope – we are moving it to the Pa This 5k is for people of all ability...
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sarah5365
May 14, 20132 min read
Churches Play a Key Role
In 2012, local churches provided: Our largest non-grant source of support ($46,963 in 2012). Over $23,000 to be used as direct assistance...
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sarah5365
May 13, 20132 min read
A Place at the Table
Hunger is a very real issue in our community. In fact, at Bridges of Hope, we hear from around 8 households per week who are worried...
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sarah5365
Apr 30, 20132 min read
New Program Puts Participants “Side by Side”
Last fall, Bridges of Hope launched its newest program, called Side by Side, which is a mentoring program for women. We began recruiting...
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sarah5365
Apr 25, 20131 min read
Time to Dust Off Those Running Shoes!
Spring is finally here, really, it IS! The sun is shining and soon the snow will melt & be replaced with green grass! We’ll all be...
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sarah5365
Mar 25, 20132 min read
New Collaboration with Salem WEST Begins April 1
& You may have heard that Bridges of Hope is teaming up with Salem WEST to serve our clients better. As many of you know, Salem WEST is a...
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sarah5365
Jan 2, 20131 min read
YOU made it a Happy New Year!
Greetings wonderful supporters! YOU made it a Happy New Year for more than 2,500 households in the Lakes Area! It was Monday, December...
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sarah5365
Dec 27, 20121 min read
His Blessings Abound
From all of us here at Bridges of Hope, Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! We have nearly reached our $60,000 goal and are VERY thankful...
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sarah5365
Dec 19, 20121 min read
Campaign Reaches $41,000–and Matching Funds Available!
Thank you, thank you, and thank you again. If you have been a supporter to Bridges of Hope this year, you made a difference in the life...
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sarah5365
Dec 5, 20122 min read
The All-Time Top Eleven Quotes from our Clients
Since our founding, Bridges of Hope has built-in a specific follow-up component to our services. We have two main reasons for doing this....
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sarah5365
Nov 30, 20122 min read
Common Goods’ Top 10 Most Appreciated Donations
The following is a list I’ve compiled of our “Top Ten” most appreciated donations. These items are our best sellers, are the most sought...
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sarah5365
Nov 16, 20121 min read
Supporters Gave to the Max – Campaign Surpasses $24K
Check out this video update from our Executive Director, Jana Shogren: Supporters and local partners also turned out at our Open House,...
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sarah5365
Nov 9, 20122 min read
Something to be Thankful For
It’s fun to be able to do something out of the ordinary from my more typical daily tasks, and it’s rewarding to be able to see community...
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sarah5365
Nov 1, 20122 min read
Campaign Reaches $12,000 Mark!
You might have noticed that we have fall fundraising goal: to raise $60,000 to support our work with Lakes Area families like Steven and...
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sarah5365
Oct 31, 20121 min read
How Are YOU Involved This Fall?
Fall is our busiest season here at Bridges of Hope and we would love to have YOU join us! Here are a few updates about what we’ve been...
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sarah5365
Jun 1, 20122 min read
Fred-Mark Charity Invitational Makes a Huge Impact
For the seventh year in a row, Bridges of Hope was the fortunate recipient of proceeds raised at the 21st Annual Fred-Mark Charity...
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