Corporate Engagement

Bridge’s corporate partners provide critical support to Bridge youth and team members. We are deeply grateful for the time, talent, and generosity from corporations that choose to give back.

There are many ways we work with our corporate partners. If you’re interested in any of these opportunities, please contact:

Barbara Baxter
Corporate and Foundation Relations Manager
bbaxter@bridgeotw.org

Drives:

One way to make an impact at Bridge is to donate the items our youth need today. We have provided wish lists on Amazon for your convenience and to offer an example for each product, but feel free to purchase these items at any retailer. See all of the opportunities below:

*All items must be new. Donations accepted Monday-Friday, 10 AM – 4 PM.

Baby Bundles

Our single-parent household allows us to provide a nurturing environment for young (and expectant) moms and their children. Use our Amazon Baby Wish List to put together the perfect baby bundle and provide a young parent with everything needed to welcome a baby home.

Seasonal Needs

Anyone who lives in New England knows that the weather can change on a dime! From sticky summers to freezing cold winters, adaptable clothing is a must. Use this Amazon Seasonal Wish List (updated accordingly) to ensure our youth have what they need all year round. A special shout-out to BOMBAS for their 10-year partnership providing socks to the youth at Bridge!

Welcome Home Baskets

Provide youth moving into their own apartments through our independent housing programs with Welcome Home Baskets filled with supplies to help them cook, clean, and feel at home in their new space! Help them celebrate this big step by purchasing items like the ones on Bridge’s Amazon Welcome Home Wish List and packaging them up for delivery (youth love to have these items in mesh hampers – see them linked on the Wish List).

To organize a drive, please contact:
Barbara Baxter
Corporate and Foundation Relations Manager
bbaxter@bridgeotw.org

Gift Cards

Bridge is always in great need of gift cards, which give youth the independence to buy something they especially hope for or need. These retailers you see here are the most requested.

We suggest denominations of $25.00 each.

To donate gift cards, please contact:
Barbara Baxter
Corporate and Foundation Relations Manager
bbaxter@bridgeotw.org

Lunch & Learn

Learn more about Bridge’s mission, youth, and wide range of services as the only homeless services agency in Boston that works exclusively with youth. Schedule an interactive conversation with a Bridge team member via Zoom or at your office.

To set up a Lunch & Learn, please contact:
Barbara Baxter
Corporate and Foundation Relations Manager
bbaxter@bridgeotw.org

Meal Drop-Offs

Provide delivery/drop-off of dinners for youth in our residential and drop-in programs and help create community at the table.

For drop-off at Bridge’s headquarters:

Quantity Required:
Meals for 50 (lunch),
Meals for 30 (dinner)

Delivery Days:
Tuesday and Thursday
Lunch: 11:30 am, Dinner: 5:00 pm

For drop-off at Bridge’s Brighton residence:

Quantity Required:
Meals for 30 (dinner only)

Delivery Days:
Tuesday and Thursday
Dinner: 5:00pm

Meal Prep

Purchase and prepare a meal for youth in our residential programs that you and your team would love to make.

Bridge’s Brighton residence:

Quantity Required:
Meals for 30 (dinner only)

Delivery Days:
Wednesday
arrival by 5:00 pm (food prep and optional tour),
dinner served at 6:15 pm.

Volunteers Needed:
8-10 people

To organize a Meal Drop-Off or Meal Prep and get more information on menus, please contact:
Barbara Baxter
Corporate and Foundation Relations Manager
bbaxter@bridgeotw.org

Van Sponsorship

Sponsor the Mobile Medical Van this Month!

The Mobile Medical Van is one of Bridge’s most critical and visible programs, providing homeless, and vulnerable youth who are sleeping on the street or in shelters with accessible, low-barrier health care, basic necessities, and the first step on the path home.

For more information about Van Sponsorship, please contact:
Barbara Baxter
Corporate and Foundation Relations Manager
bbaxter@bridgeotw.org

Welcome Center Set-Up

Provide a safe place to sleep.

Volunteer for one half-hour at 47 West St
Tuesday – Thursday
5:00 – 5:30 pm
Five volunteers

Help set up Boston’s sole youth-based, age-appropriate, overnight program.

To organize a Welcome Center Set-Up, please contact:
Barbara Baxter, Corporate and Foundation Relations Manager
bbaxter@bridgeotw.org

If you are between the ages of 14-24 and looking for help, call 617 423 9575

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