The year is past its midpoint; which means it’s time to check in on where we’re at thus far with programming and services. As of August...

“In everyone’s life, at some time, our inner fire goes out. It is then burst into flame by an encounter with another human being. We...

At its core, Bridges of Hope was created to bridge gaps and connect people to resources; and the newly-launched Self-Healing Communities...

Just as the heat of summer is ramping up, the last thing you want to find is your refrigerator inoperable. Shauna called Bridges of Hope...

Written by Jenny Holmes & Kassie Heisserer On the heels of announcing a new community collaborative project, Bridges of Hope has...

Rachel arrived in Brainerd by bus late on a Friday afternoon. She had recently escaped an abusive relationship, and though an order for...

“Shocked” was the emotion Levi used to describe how he felt after reading the notice sent out by his health insurance provider. There had...

Sara Jo is a single parent of two school-age girls. She had recently been divorced and was living with her mother, something she never...

[Note: Diane graciously allowed us to use her real name and details. Diane: thank you for your courage and generosity!] It has been 27...

Then one afternoon late last fall Liz called again, and once again I expected to talk to her about why she didn’t need any gas, clothing...

Whether you have air conditioning or not, it can be hard to keep cool during the hot summer months that we all LOVE here in Minnesota!...

[Last updated: 7/28/15] Bridges of Hope is helping to coordinate some of the relief efforts following the major storm that hit the Lakes...

It’s been quite exciting and busy around here at Bridges of Hope!  In case you haven’t heard, we are officially open for business at our...

This year marks the 10th year that Bridges of Hope has been offering Crisis Nursery Services to the Brainerd Lakes Area. Yes, you read...

Child abuse is difficult to think about, but we need to think about it and we need to create a community where parents are supported and...

I have the awesome privilege to work for an agency that I love and in a role that is a perfect fit for me. I am an Outreach Worker at...

Bridges of Hope owns and operates a thrift store called Common Goods, which is located at 16227 Hwy 371 North in Baxter, Minnesota. If...

Do you know what happened when local 5th graders were given: 100 popsicle sticks, some white glue, strong science classroom instruction,...

At Common Goods we are fortunate to receive a variety of unique furniture pieces from our generous donors. Some of these items can go...

At Bridges of Hope, our mission is to build bridges of support, anchored in Christ’s love, between families in the Lakes area and the...