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November 16, 2011
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thanksgiving Holiday Outreach Free hot meal served by The Bridge of Lubbock LUBBOCK, Texas—The season of giving is here and The Bridge of Lubbock is participating with their annual Feed the Mind Thanksgiving Lunch on Monday, November 21, 2011. Feed the Mind is offered three times a week to homeless and low-income families but on Monday, families will experience a family atmosphere filled with Christ’s love. Seasoned with Love, The Bridge’s catering service, will prepare a traditional feast and volunteers from Health and Safety Solutions, Westminster Presbyterian Church, Lubbock Legal Professionals and other individuals from the community will provide the warmth. This year, The Bridge of Lubbock received many canned goods from Family Life Radio’s Concert for a Cause featuring Todd Agnew. This spurred additional canned drive donations from the Texas Tech Women’s Basketball Team, the Northwest Texas Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church and Escape Paintball. All canned goods will be used to create care packages for families who attend the lunch. Other contributions were received from the Hispanic Association of Women and Soldiers of God Ministries. Volunteers who have contacted The Bridge of Lubbock indicate that they want to do more than just donate; they want to serve and give their time. Ashlei Watson, Outreach Coordinator says, “I am thrilled about the support that we are receiving from the community. The Lubbock community has a heart to serve and make this city a better place. We are thankful for the donations and time given to help us feed homeless and low-income families.” If you are interested in serving on Monday, contact Ashlei Watson at awatson@bridgeoflubbock.org, call (806) 687-0772 or simply arrive at 9:30 am at 1301 E Redbud Avenue. Save the date: December 19, 2011 Christmas Lunch at The Bridge. The Bridge of Lubbock is a Christian non-profit organization serving families around the east Lubbock community by offering Bridge 2 Success, a mentoring program for students in grades 6-12 as an after-school program during the school year and sports camp during the month of July. Other outreach programs include a free lunch offered three times weekly and a free clothing closet twice monthly to homeless and low-income families. For more information about The Bridge of Lubbock and their outreach, call (806) 687-0772 or visit their website at www.bridgeoflubbock.org. ### 
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November 1, 2011 Todd Agnew to perform in Concert for a Cause Family Life Radio helps local nonprofit restore hope (Lubbock, Texas) On November 6, 2011, Todd Agnew, an artist who has long challenged listeners to ask better questions will be performing at Southcrest Baptist Church at 6:00 pm. Agnew is the featured artist in Family Life Radio’s Concert for a Cause: The Bridge of Lubbock. The Bridge of Lubbock is a Christian non-profit organization serving families around the east Lubbock community by offering Bridge 2 Success, a mentoring program for students in grades 6-12 as an after-school program during the school year and sports camp during the month of July. Other outreach programs include a free lunch offered three times weekly and a free clothing closet twice monthly to homeless and low-income families. “We felt The Bridge of Lubbock was a perfect organization to kick off our Concert for a Cause,” said Kerri Schoonvelt of Family Life Radio, “their involvement in serving the community in need is so diverse. They serve at-risk students and their families. They provide clothing and food. Most off all volunteers are the heart of their outreach and we want to help more people get connected to The Bridge.” The festivities begin at 5:00 pm with a Bodyworks attraction in the parking lot. The concert will begin at 6:00 pm with The Landon Scoggins Band opening for Todd Agnew. The price of admission is two or more canned Thanksgiving meal items which will be used during The Bridge’s Thanksgiving outreach on November 21, 2011. A love offering will also be collected to help the organization raise funds to continue their outreach. Mayda Muniz, Executive Director said, “It has been a challenging year for The Bridge. We recognize that there is more need in the community than ever and we have been doing everything we can to serve those in need. Our cash donations are down significantly this year so this opportunity to work with Family Life Radio and Southcrest Baptist Church is a true blessing.” Other sponsors include: Alliance Financial Services, Sexton Automotive, Bodyworks, Larry and Kirk Corbin-Prospera Financial. The Bridge of Lubbock was established in 2001 and is privately funded. For more information about their outreach or to learn how you can become a Bridge 2 Hope, call 806-687-0772, e-mail admin@bridgeoflubbock.org or visit their website at www.bridgeoflubbock.org. ### 
July 20, 2011
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Second Annual Harvest Shindig Date Announced Fundraising Event to Benefit The Bridge of Lubbock, Sept. 2 LUBBOCK, Texas—The Bridge of Lubbock will host it’s second annual Harvest Shindig fundraiser on September 2, 2011 from 6 to 9 pm at the American Wind Power Center (1701 Canyon Lake Drive) partially sponsored by the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal. The Harvest Shindig is a family affair with an all you can eat barbeque buffet and many activities for the entire family including, a photo booth, arts and crafts, checkers, an inflatable bounce house and a homemade pie silent auction. The evening will also include a performance by Lush featuring six time Grammy nominated artist, Stefani Montiel. Tickets are $5 for children under the age of 12 and $10 for adults. Tickets can be purchased by calling (806) 687-0772 or in person at The Bridge of Lubbock (1301 Redbud Ave.) Monday through Friday, 11 am – 4 pm. Event Chair and Bridge of Lubbock board member, Noe Perez, has been working diligently with his committee to plan this event since January. “The Harvest Shindig offers families something unique to experience on a Friday night. Where else can you see Grammy nominated talent for $10 and get delicious and filling food?” Perez said. All proceeds from this event directly benefit The Bridge of Lubbock and helps to cover the cost of their outreach programs including Bridge 2 Success an after-school mentoring program and summer camp for at-risk youth. “Since the Bridge of Lubbock is privately funded, our fundraisers provide a key source of revenue so we may provide assistance to struggling families in the form of a meal or clothing,” Executive Director of The Bridge of Lubbock, Mayda Cruz said. “Most importantly, we provide a place for at-risk youth to explore their true potential and create a vision for their future.” In July this year, The Bridge of Lubbock offered a free month long summer camp to 60 junior high and high school students. Campers experienced first -hand God’s love as they went on various field trips through out Lubbock, played different sports each week, created various arts and crafts projects and spent a week at CrossView Christian Camp. Limited sponsorships remain available for this event. For more information please contact event chair Noe Perez at noe.l.perez@wellsfargo.com, the Bridge of Lubbock Director of Communications, Kerry Lentz at klentz@bridgeoflubbock.org or call (806) 687-0772. The Bridge of Lubbock is a privately funded non-profit organization in East Lubbock looking to restore the foundation of hope in the community. We offer a free clothing closet twice a month, free hot lunch three times a week, and an after-school mentoring program and summer camp for at-risk youth. For more information about The Bridge of Lubbock and their outreach, call (806) 687-0772 or visit their website at www.bridgeoflubbock.org. 
July 14, 2011
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Donations Needed for Back to School Clothing Giveaway Free Clothing Giveaway by The Bridge of Lubbock Aug. 6, 2011 LUBBOCK, Texas—With school quickly approaching, families are cleaning out their closets to make room for new outfits for school. But, where to donate those gently used clothes? The Bridge of Lubbock is in need of clothing donations for their annual back-to-school clothing giveaway, the Bridge Bash. The Bridge Bash is a free event offered to families in need on August 6, 2011 from 10am – 2 pm at The Bridge of Lubbock (1301 Redbud Ave.). This annual event couples the distribution of free clothing with a community resource fair to educate families about other available resources. Confirmed participants include: Literacy Lubbock, Texas Tech University School of Law Low Income Tax Clinic, and The Parenting Cottage. A rock climbing wall donated by Bodyworks will be available to entertain the children. The Bridge of Lubbock is now collecting children’s clothing, school supplies, and backpacks. Donations of men’s and women’s clothing as well as furniture are also welcome. Other needs include bottled water and packaged snacks to be distributed to families who will be waiting in line for an opportunity to “shop”. Donations for the Bridge Bash are accepted Monday through Friday, between the hours of 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at The Bridge of Lubbock (1301 Redbud Ave.). Individual donation appointments can be made by calling The Bridge of Lubbock at (806) 687-0772. The Bridge of Lubbock is a privately funded non-profit organization in East Lubbock looking to restore the foundation of hope in the community. We offer a free clothing closet twice a month, free hot lunch three times a week, and an after-school mentoring program and summer camp for at-risk youth. For more information about The Bridge of Lubbock and their outreach, call (806) 687-0772 or visit their website at www.bridgeoflubbock.org. 
June 17, 2011
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Bridge 2 Success Summer Camp Free Camp Presented by The Bridge of Lubbock LUBBOCK, Texas-- Trying to plan your summer vacation? The Bridge of Lubbock will be hosting Bridge 2 Success Summer Camp Tuesday, July 5, 2011 through Friday, July, 29, 2011. This free day camp offered for at-risk youth is made possible in part because of The Helen Jones Foundation, Rebound Rehab Contractors, Bodyworks and Whitewood Lanes. Camp enrollment is scheduled for June 28, 2011 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at The Bridge of Lubbock (1301 Redbud Ave). Due to limited funding, only 60 campers will be accepted and parent/guardian must be present. Bridge 2 Success Summer Camp Director, Tommy Burkhead, said camp this year will be like no other. Campers will be attending a variety of field trips as well as gaining leadership skills by exploring different leadership styles from the Bible and from various members of the community. Opportunities to enhance skills will also be available through sports activities such as football, volleyball, cheerleading and soccer. The goal of the summer camp, Burkhead said, is to enrich students with the knowledge of our Savior, to build a bond with the students and show them how much value they have in their community. Another goal of the camp is to enhance those values through the teaching and practices of leadership skills. Burkhead wishes to encourage the students and utilize opportunities that The Bridge can give them while having fun. “We always encourage community involvement,” Burkhead said. “We are trying to get community groups to sponsor various programs for the camp, whether it is to sponsor a meal, field trip or general supplies for the camp itself.” According to Burkhead, Bridge 2 Success is an opportunity for young men and women to grow in their spiritual life as well as their future in high school, college, and the workforce. “Our hope is to influence our campers and guide them on to a path of greatness,” Burkhead said. The Bridge 2 Success program is an outreach of The Bridge of Lubbock. To learn more about Bridge 2 Success or to make donation call (806)687-0772 or visit our website, www.bridgeoflubbock.org. Service Journalism Bridge 2 Success: · Bridge 2 Success is a free after school program for teens in grades 6-12 · Tuesdays 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. · Thursdays 4:30 to 6 p.m. · Explore careers, find out how you can go to college and gain leadership skills · Transportation provided from some schools. 
May 4, 2011
For Immediate Release Second Annual Seeds of Hope Dinner “Planting Seeds, Growing Opportunity” Enjoy a night out with your family with a wonderful Italian inspired meal by Chef Ramsay, and help a great organization. Local non-profit organization, The Bridge of Lubbock, will host their Second Annual Seeds of Hope Dinner May 7, at the Texas Tech Club, from 6 to 9 p.m. Jordan Madewell, co-chair and member of The Bridge of Lubbock board, said the Bridge hosts two fundraisers each year. Seeds of Hope is their annual spring fundraiser. It is an elegant atmosphere and proceeds are used to offset costs of summer camp not funded by the Helen Jones Foundation. We hope to raise 15 thousand dollars. Guests will enjoy live entertainment provided by Larissa Adkins, singer/songwriter, performing on behalf of Pocket of Soul. “Seeds of Hope is a great time for families to have a relaxing night out with good music, eat excellent food, and get connected to an organization that serves families in need throughout the year,” Madewell said. “All for about the same cost as going to a nice restaurant and no wait.” Tickets can be purchased by phone at (806) 687-0772. Pricing is $50 for adults and $10 for children. Platinum sponsors for the event include Sexton Automotive and Alliance Financial Services. Other businesses that are helping to underwrite costs associated with the event include Aim Bank, American Bank of Commerce, Copycraft and Action Printing. “This is a good time to come out and enjoy yourself at the Texas Tech Club,” Madewell said. “While getting to see and learn more about what The Bridge of Lubbock is doing to help at-risk youth and their families.” Service Journalism Bridge 2 Success Summer Camp is a FREE four-week day camp funded in part by a generous grant from the Helen Jones Foundation. Every July junior high and high school youth are invited to participate in sports, arts, crafts, swimming, roller skating and educational field trips while strengthening their relationship with Christ. Participation is limited to 60 students. Author: Nicole Egan  April 21, 2011
For Immediate Release Experience Life Servolution Benefiting The Bridge of Lubbock Local non-profit organization, The Bridge of Lubbock, will have a freshly painted gym April 23, thanks to the help of Experience Life Church. The church has also been involved in other outreach programs offered by The Bridge, including Feed the Mind and Tammie’s Closet. The Bridge of Lubbock executive director, Mayda Cruz, said this year The Bridge is hoping to use the gym to centralize headquarters for the Bridge 2 Success summer camp. “We just feel blessed that the Experience Life Church family sees an opportunity to impact those in need by becoming involved in our outreach programs,” Cruz said. “Whenever they do something they put their whole heart and soul in it, leaving the families feeling uplifted.” Jill Heflin, event coordinator for Experience Life Church, said the church chose to repaint the gym, because they knew it was a huge need The Bridge of Lubbock had. The church just wanted to serve while being a blessing for The Bridge. Heflin said the church hope The Bridge of Lubbock knows how much they appreciated them for the tremendous work they do in the community. It is their goal to help others experience the love of Jesus simply by serving them. “We at Experience Life Church, fully believe in the mission and vision of The Bridge of Lubbock,” Heflin said. “We love how they are changing lives and truly making a difference in Lubbock.” Service Journalism Upcoming events for The Bridge of Lubbock: · Tammie’s closet – April 25 · Seeds of Hope – May 7 · B2S summer camp - July Author: Nicole Egan  April 4, 2011
For Immediate Release 19th Annual Shrimp Boil Benefitting The Bridge of Lubbock Cajun cuisine comes to the rescue of local non-profit organization, The Bridge of Lubbock. The Greater Southwest Rotary Club of Lubbock will be hosting the 19th Annual Shrimp Boil April 15th from 6-9 p.m. The Shrimp Boil will be at the Spirit Ranch, located at 701 Regis St. Guests will enjoy great Cajun cuisine including: Cajun shrimp, fried catfish, refreshments and fixings. Entertainment will be provided by Junior Vasquez. Guests will also have the opportunity to participate in a benefit drawing, silent auction, live auction and armadillo racing. Proceeds will be used to purchase at least one 15-passenger van that will be donated to The Bridge of Lubbock. The Bridge of Lubbock hopes to use the van to expand their reach to other middle schools in the Lubbock who wish to participate in their after school program, Bridge 2 Success. Eddie McBride, President of the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce, said the Greater Southwest Lubbock Rotary's Shrimp Boil on April 15 is the largest annual fundraiser for our club. “The Bridge is a perfect fit for our club's new mission of enriching the lives of young people,” said McBride. “We are fortunate that our Rotary club has the opportunity to celebrate such a fun and entertaining event in order to support an outstanding non-profit that works wonders in our community.” Thanks to the success of the Southwest Rotary Club of Lubbock’s Shrimp Boil last year, The Bridge of Lubbock was able to remodel their computer lab into their Dream Lab. The Dream Lab is equipped with 10 computers. It provides a safe environment for students to complete homework assignments, research financial aid options for secondary education, and complete scholarship applications. To purchase tickets to the Shrimp Boil contact any Greater Southwest Lubbock Rotarian or call (806)789-3559. For more information about The Bridge of Lubbock visit www.bridgeoflubbock.org. Service Journalism Upcoming events for The Bridge of Lubbock: · Tammie’s Closet – April 11, 25 · Seeds of Hope, a benefit dinner – May 7 · B2S Summer Camp - July Author: Nicole Egan  March 29, 2011
For Immediate Release Local Non-profit add Mentoring Organization “Real Men Giving Real Time” The Bridge of Lubbock would like to welcome their newest affiliate The 100 Black Men of West Texas, Inc. The mission of the 100 Black Men of West Texas, Inc., a non-profit organization, is to improve the quality of life for all residents of Lubbock, Texas and West Texas with emphasis on empowering African-Americans. The organization values respect for family, spirituality, justice and integrity. “What they see, is what they will be,” is posted on the organization’s website. This is achieved through their mentoring, education, economic development, health and wellness programs, and leadership development. The Bridge of Lubbock Executive Director, Mayda Cruz, said the addition of the 100 Black Men of West Texas opens the door for so many avenues of collaboration. “Our Bridge 2 Success is a mentoring program,” Cruz said. “I have no doubt that we will be able to share ideas on how to most effectively connect with the students that we serve.” Most recently, the 100 Black Men hosted their 16th Annual Scholarship Gala at the Overton Hotel and Convention Center on Jan. 29. Their next event is a Great Big Yard Sale in Lakeridge on April 16, 2011. More information is available online at The Bridge of Lubbock website. Service Journalism Other affiliates at The Bridge of Lubbock: · The R.O.K. · Lubbock Children’s Health Clinic · Eddie Richardson Head Start Author: Nicole Egan- nicole.egan@ttu.edu Source: Mayda Cruz Research: 100bmwt.weebly.com  March 28, 2011
For Immediate Release Project Prom Wrap-Up Young Ladies Successfully Clothed for Prom Night More than 30 young ladies will be feeling beautiful on their special night, thanks to success of The Bridge of Lubbock’s Project: Prom. Saturday, March 26, The Bridge of Lubbock opened up its doors as the young ladies lined the hallway anxiously awaiting their consultation appointment to be fitted and styled for their prom attire, which was all donated by the community. “There are a lot of girls that don’t have the chance to get a dress, which means they can’t go to prom,” Meghan McBride said. “If there is someone here that is willing to help then that is awesome.” Meghan is a junior at Roosevelt School. When asked how she was going to feel at her prom with a glowing smile she said she was going to feel amazing, she was going to feel like the queen there. A freshman from Estacado High School, Kymara East, said everyone was so nice and she feels like a beauty queen when she is in her dress. Tammie’s closet coordinator, Tammie Johnson, was there to help assist the girls find the dress of their dreams. “I have tears coming from my eyes today,” Johnson said. “Just seeing all the parents here with their granddaughters or daughters, it’s just so overwhelming to see all the excitement that is going on today.” Leigh Madewell, coordinator for Project Prom, wanted to thank all the supporters and donors from the community. “Through your generosity we collected over 300 dresses and numerous pieces of accessories,” Madewell said. “Project: Prom was a great success and I feel like everyone here today was very blessed.” “We know that prom is a very special day to many young women and we were happy to make this as special as possible for them.” Young ladies will have another opportunity to find the dress and accessories of their dreams on April 2, 2011. Call Tammie Johnson at 806-441-6527 or Leigh Madewell at 806-790-7518 to schedule a consultation appointment or stop by between 11:00 am and 3:00 pm. Author: Nicole Egan- Nicole.egan@ttu.edu Sources: Tammie Johnson- 806-441-6527 Leigh Madewell- 806-790-7518  Lubbock organization hopes to make fairy tales come true with Project Prom
By Ann Wyatt Little -bio | email Posted: Mar 04, 2011 4:38 PM CST LUBBOCK, TX (KCBD) – It is a night to shine and be beautiful, but going to prom can be pricey. That's why one local non-profit organization is working to make fairy tales come true. It's called Project Prom. "We have long, short and sparkly. The whole nine yards," explains Tammie Johnson who sorts through donations. She runs Tammie's Closet at The Bridge of Lubbock and this year the agency is trying something new, prom dresses. "I'm so excited," said Johnson. "It's every girls dream and that is what we want to do for them to have a dream." She plans on making dreams come true this spring. "It's in line with our vision at The Bridge which is to restore hope," Executive Director Mayda Cruz said. So many young ladies on the South Plains anxiously wait for prom, but getting ready for the night can add up quickly. "Really can my family afford a dress when trying to pay for light bill or eat? So here that doesn't need to be a stress," adds Cruz. Some of the dresses on the rack have never been worn. Proof? They still have price tags. The project is about more than just a dress. "We all like to treat ourselves so we are working with the South Plains Academy to arrange for them to be on site to do hair and makeup," added Cruz. Local businesses have offered to dry clean dresses and even alter them. The bridge hopes to help as many young ladies as they can with Project Prom, but to do so they need more dresses in all sizes and accessories. Johnson plans to have everyone styling and knows fairy tales will come true. "I'm like a fairy godmother. I hope to be throughout the years to come." If you have gently worn dresses, shoes or accessories that might make a young woman's night The Bridge will come by your house and pick them up. They are currently taking appointments to come by and pick a dress. They want it to be an experience for each young woman and her family. Project Prom Organizers can be reached at The Bridge at 687-0772 or you can drop off your donations at 1301 Redbud Avenue. The first day to pick out dresses is March 26th. ©2011 KCBD NewsChannel 11. All rights reserved 
PRICE GROUP VOLUNTEERS AT BRIDGE OF LUBBOCK
LUBBOCK, Texas- February 28, 2011 - The Price Group has completed its first Pitch-in project of 2011 with much success. This past Friday, 17 members of the Pitch-in team turned off their computers, put down their phones and spent the afternoon serving their community at the Bridge of Lubbock. The Bridge of Lubbock is a local not-for-profit organization dedicated to serving the population in East Lubbock, an economically disadvantaged part of the city, through special outreach programs such as Feed the Mind, Bridge to Success and Tammie's Closet. Pitch-in team members got to know more about the Bridge while serving lunch to more than 100 men, women and children. The Feed the Mind lunch provides a free, hot meal each Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoon from Noon - 1:00 p.m. to those in need. The team spent the remainder of their time distributing gently used clothes, blankets and household items to more than a dozen families who came through Tammie's Closet that afternoon. Pitch-in was created to bring the employees of The Price Group closer together through community service. Our mission is to give us a creative outlet beyond our office and industry while learning about the different service organizations in our community and, as always, to enjoy life. To see more of the Pitch-in team at work search Price Group on Facebook. Source: http://www.pricegroupinc.com/1st-quarter-2011/85-price-group-volunteers-at-the-bridge-of-lubbock  rg
February 17, 2011 For Immediate Release Project Prom Needs Clothing and Accessory Donations Group Hopes to Clothe Young Ladies for Prom Night Organizers of Project Prom hope to give every young lady in Lubbock the opportunity to attend a prom without worrying about how to fund her attire. The Bridge of Lubbock is collecting donations for Project Prom through March 25. Dresses and accessories such as clutches, hair decorations, shawls, shoes, and costume jewelry can be dropped of at 1301 Redbud Ave., located just east of Martin Luther King Blvd. and south of East Broadway. Leigh Madewell, coordinator for Project Prom, said dresses and accessories circa 2000 and later are needed. Dresses will be distributed March 26 and April 2. “There are a lot of people in the community wanting to help,” Madewell said. “This event allows us to shine a light on the girls and really make an impact on their lives.” Clothing Closet coordinator, Tammie Johnson, is in charge of drop-off appointments. “We are going to come in and help fit the girls for their dresses and accessories.” Johnson said. “There are a lot of families in need especially with today’s economy. That’s where we come in to help.” For drop-off appointments call Tammie Johnson at 806-441-6527. Or for pick-up appointments call Leigh Madewell at 806-790-7518. Other services offered through The Bridge of Lubbock: · Seasoned With Love · Feed the Mind · Clothing Closet · Bridge 2 Success Author:Nicole Egan Sources: Tammie Johnson- 806-441-6527 Leigh Madewell- 806-790-7518 |
