Bridge Ministry of Acadiana

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Bridge Ministry of Acadiana ends summer camp with first responder-themed celebration LAFAYETTE, La. (KADN) — Bridge Ministry of Acadiana marked the end of its summer camp with a first responder-themed celebration in Lafayette on Thursday, July 25. Representatives from the Lafayette

We at Bridge Ministry of Acadiana are planning for our after-school program and are looking to hire a few teachers and college-age (don’t have to be enrolled in college) mentors. If you know anyone interested, send them this link: https://bridgeacadiana.app.neoncrm.com/forms/14

🌞🎉 Praise report: We prayed that the Lord would hold off the rain long enough for us to enjoy our customary last-day festivities, and He came through!

It has been an incredible GROW Summer Program. Our students had a blast with various activities, from exciting science experiments and creative arts and crafts to energetic sports, team-building games, and enriching field trips! It was a hit with everyone. Alongside all the fun, we continued studying core subjects to eliminate the summer slide and ensure our students stayed ahead academically.

Thank you to all the outstanding students, dedicated staff, volunteers, and supportive families who made this summer unforgettable. Now, we gear up for our Bridge Mentoring and Tutoring Program at Holy Family Catholic School, Lafayette, La., and at our BMA facility! 🙌✨

A special thank you to Acadian Ambulance, Lafayette Police Department, Friends of Lafayette Police Mounted Unit, and Lafayette Fire Department. The kids loved touring your vehicles and learning about the incredible work you do in our community.

🌞 We're halfway through the GROW Summer Program, and it's been an amazing journey so far! 🌟 The kids are having fun with activities like arts and crafts, sports, field trips, and science experiments while honing their math and ELA skills. 🖌️🏀🌿🔬

We'll be closed the week of the 4th of July to celebrate Independence Day. 🇺🇸

Want to get involved? There is still plenty of time. Whether you're looking to volunteer, donate supplies, or support in any way, we'd love to hear from you! Contact us via [email protected] or sign up to read to K-1st grade students here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B45A5AF22A0FEC16-49980433-bridge #/

Our GROW Summer Program is in full swing, and the kids are having a blast! 📸 Check out these awesome pics of our fun activities!

Want to volunteer? Sign up to read to our K-1st graders through our Bridge to Literacy initiative! Anyone 12 years old and up is welcome. Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B45A5AF22A0FEC16-49980433-bridge #/

The past week, our mentors participated in a two-day TBRI workshop to enhance their ability to create a nurturing environment for our children. At Bridge Ministry of Acadiana, we are dedicated to continually improving our approach in order to better support and guide the next generation.

📚🌟 Exciting News! The GROW Summer Program is kicking off soon, and we're inviting YOU to join our Bridge to Literacy initiative! 🌟📚

Are you passionate about reading? Want to make a difference in a child's life? Volunteer to read to an individual child, small group, or entire class!

🌼 Tuesday-Thursday 1:10 pm to 1:40 pm
🌼 Share your favorite stories with K-1st graders
🌼 Inspire young minds

Sign up today and help us bridge the gap in literacy. Together, we can create a love for reading and open doors to endless possibilities for our kids! ❤️📖

👉 [https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B45A5AF22A0FEC16-49980433-bridge #/]



Feel free to reach out for more details! 📩 [[email protected]]

We still cannot believe the love and support poured out by so many this SOLA Giving Day! We are deeply grateful for your contributions.

TRAVEL
Try to travel, otherwise
you may become racist,
and you may end up believing
that your skin is the only one
to be right,
that your language
is the most romantic
and that you were the first
to be the first.

Travel,
because if you don't travel then
your thoughts won’t be strengthened,
won’t get filled with ideas.
Your dreams will be born with fragile legs and then you end up believing in tv-shows, and in those who invent enemies
that fit perfectly with your nightmares
to make you live in terror.

Travel,
because travel teaches
to say good morning to everyone
regardless of which sun we come from.

Travel,
because travel teaches
to say goodnight to everyone
regardless of the darkness
that we carry inside.

Travel,
because traveling teaches to resist,
not to depend,
to accept others, not just for who they are
but also for what they can never be.
To know what we are capable of,
to feel part of a family
beyond borders,
beyond traditions and culture.
Traveling teaches us to be beyond.

Travel,
otherwise you end up believing
that you are made only for a panorama
and instead inside you
there are wonderful landscapes
still to visit.

- Gio Evan, poet and songwriter.
(Translated from Italian)

As C. S. Lewis wrote in his book, God in the Dock: “I didn’t go to religion to make me happy. I always knew a bottle of Port would do that. If you want a religion to make you feel really comfortable, I certainly don’t recommend Christianity.”

📣 Today is the FINAL day of SOLA Giving and our Bridge Mentoring and Tutoring Program!

THANK YOU to our dedicated teachers, amazing mentors, supportive parents, and Holy Family Catholic School, Lafayette, La. 🙏 To everyone who donated to our campaign, your impact cannot be overstated! And a special thank you to for providing the food for our final day.

If you haven't had a chance to contribute, it's not too late! Follow the link to give ----> https://www.solagivingday.org/donate?campaign_id=198064

Every donation, big or small, helps us keep our after-school programs running strong. 💪

🚨 SOLA Giving Day is Here! 🚨

Today is the FINAL DAY to support our SOLA Giving Day campaign. We need your help to reach our goal by 11:59 PM tonight! Every donation, regardless of size, greatly impacts our children.

Make your contribution now at https://www.solagivingday.org/donate?campaign_id=198064 and be part of empowering lives! Thank you to all who have already contributed.

⏳ Only 3 Days Left to Make a Difference! ⏳

We're in the final stretch of our SOLA Giving Day campaign and need your support! With 3 days remaining, here are 3 reasons you should consider donating to Bridge Ministry of Acadiana today:

1. Bridge the Education Gap: By donating, you're supporting academic enrichment, tutoring, and mentoring services that can make a real difference in a child's education. Our programs are designed to help students close the achievement gap, stay on track in school, and develop lifelong skills.

2. More Significant Reach: Our plan to open a second location is a direct response to the neighborhood's stated needs. Your donation will bring our programs closer to those who need them the most, creating more accessibility and opportunities for kids to thrive while allowing us to expand to 140 students served!

3. Keep It Free: We believe every child deserves access to high-quality after-school programs, regardless of their financial background. Your donation ensures we can continue offering our Bridge Mentoring & Tutoring program free to all families.

Don't wait! Every donation, big or small, helps us get closer to our goal. Please give today to create brighter futures for our kids. 🌟

www.bridgeacadiana.com/donate/

Become a Bridge Builder!

Thanks to our amazing donors, we've reached the halfway point of our SOLA Giving Day campaign goal of $85,000! Your support has been incredible, and we can't thank you enough. But we're not done yet, and we have just 9 days left until the deadline on May 2nd.

Here's the exciting part: with $11,340 left in our $34,000 matching fund, this is a fantastic opportunity to double your gift and help us reach our $85,000 goal before the deadline on May 2nd! That means your donation can go twice as far! 🙌

Here's what your contribution can provide:

$100 - cost per student for instructional materials
$500 - cost per student for the GROW Summer Program
$1,200 - cost per student for Bridge Mentoring & Tutoring (after-school) Program

If you've already contributed, thank you! And if you haven't had a chance to donate, now is the perfect opportunity. Please consider sharing this post to help us reach even more people.

Together, we can make these last 9 days count. Thank you for being so supportive! 🙏

www.bridgeacadiana.com/donate/

Thanks to our amazing donors, we've reached the halfway point of our SOLA Giving Day campaign goal of $85,000! Your support has been incredible, and we can't thank you enough. But we're not done yet, and we have just 9 days left until the deadline on May 2nd.

Here's the exciting part: with $11,340 left in our $34,000 matching fund, this is a fantastic opportunity to double your gift and help us reach our $85,000 goal before the deadline on May 2nd! That means your donation can go twice as far! 🙌

Here's what your contribution can provide:

$100 - cost per student for instructional materials
$500 - cost per student for the GROW Summer Program
$1,200 - cost per student for Bridge Mentoring & Tutoring (after-school) Program

If you've already contributed, thank you! And if you haven't had a chance to donate, now is the perfect opportunity. Please consider sharing this post to help us reach even more people.

Together, we can make these last 9 days count. Thank you for being so supportive! 🙏

www.bridgeacadiana.com/donate/

Research consistently shows that after-school and summer enrichment programs are pivotal in narrowing the achievement gap for under-resourced students. Here are just a few reasons why these programs are invaluable:

1️⃣ Academic Boost: They provide extra support, helping students catch up and stay ahead.

2️⃣ Confidence Builder: By exploring new interests and talents, kids gain the confidence to tackle challenges head-on.

3️⃣ Safe Haven: These programs offer a safe environment during critical hours, keeping kids away from negative influences.

4️⃣ Community Connection: Students build meaningful relationships with peers, mentors, and volunteers, fostering a sense of belonging.

5️⃣ Future Readiness: By developing essential life skills such as Christlike character, teamwork, communication, and problem-solving, students are better equipped to navigate the challenges of adulthood.

We must recognize and support the vital role of after-school and summer enrichment programs in empowering our youth and shaping a more equitable future. By investing in these programs, we invest in the potential of every child, regardless of their socioeconomic background.

www.bridgeacadiana.com/donate/

🎉 Exciting News Alert! 🎉 We’re thrilled to announce that our Bridge Mentoring & Tutoring Program is expanding to a SECOND location! 👏🏾 Starting this fall, we’ll be opening the doors to our beautiful BMA facility, bringing our enriching activities and supportive community to even more families in our neighborhood. 🏫✨

Here’s what you can expect:

📚 Engaging and effective educational activities
🙏🏾 Spiritual Formation
🌟 Mentorship and life skills

And much more!

And here’s the extra scoop: While our original Holy Family Catholic School location will continue serving kindergarten through second grade, we’ll also add another second-grade class AND expand into the 6th grade. Our BMA location will begin serving kindergarten through second grade as well, providing a solid foundation for our early learners! 📚✏️

The best part? Our program is FREE for all participants, allowing all 140 children to access high-quality after-school support and enrichment regardless of their financial situation. 🆓

Please visit the links below if you’d like to contribute and help us sustain and grow our program. Every dollar counts and goes directly toward providing resources and opportunities for these amazing kids. SOLA Giving Day ends on May 2nd, but early giving is now open! Thank you to all who have already contributed.

The SOLA Giving Day Match deadline is fast approaching on April 25, so don’t miss out on an opportunity to double every donation!

Nonprofit leaders, make sure to fill out the Match Submission Form before the April 25 deadline. Visit https://ow.ly/7BYh50RepN8.

If you’re a donor and would like to maximize your SOLA Giving Day gift, consider putting up a match for your favorite cause! With a $500 minimum match, your contribution can easily become $1,000.

Ready to put up a match? Fill out the Match Submission Form https://ow.ly/7BYh50RepN8.

Bridging the Gap 🚀 - https://mailchi.mp/b5e619598206/bridging-the-gap
We believe that every child is an image bearer, loved by God, and should have access to high-quality academic support. Our programs are designed for our under-resourced schools and neighborhoods.

www.bridgeacadiana.com/donate/

If it's about building community, we're happy to support it 💙

Special thank you to our “Love Thy Neighbor Tour” Sponsor - Bridge Ministry of Acadiana! Bridge Ministry is a Non Profit that focuses on spiritual transformation while empowering lives through education and community involvement. We encourage you to support organizations such as Bridge, it will bless you in return. Thanks again Bridge Ministry of Acadiana, we greatly appreciate it!

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 Our Bridge Mentoring & Tutoring program is setting the standard! 🚀 Here are a few ways we're not just meeting but exceeding industry best practices:

1️⃣ Accessibility: We never want money to be an obstacle, and thanks to your generous donations, our after-school program is FREE!

2️⃣ Qualified Staff: Our team consists of passionate professional educators. They're dedicated to nurturing your child's potential and fostering growth while closing the achievement gap.

3️⃣ Holistic Approach: We go beyond academics! Our programs offer a well-rounded experience, incorporating mentorship, arts, sports, bible study, and more to develop skills and character for success in all areas of life.

4️⃣ Frequency: Our programs run four days a week, giving our staff the time and opportunity to significantly impact our students.

5️⃣ Community Engagement: We believe in building strong connections! Our programs actively involve parents, schools, and volunteers to create a supportive network for your child.

Would you consider supporting our mission to empower our children? Your donation can help us continue providing quality after-school experiences for them all. Every contribution makes a difference! 🌟 🙌🌟

www.bridgeacadiana.com/donate/

As the final day of this year unfolds, our hearts are filled with gratitude for the unwavering support from believers like you who have generously sown seeds of hope through our community with your gifts to Bridge Ministry of Acadiana.

We extend a heartfelt thank you to those who have already responded to the call of compassion. Your acts of kindness and generosity have been a source of comfort and joy for many, and we are truly blessed to have you as part of our community of faith.

For those yet to contribute, we invite you to join us. Today is the last day to answer the call of compassion and make a tax-deductible year-end gift, allowing us to continue relationally empowering lives through spiritual transformation, education, and community development.

To make a difference today, please visit our website, www.bridgeacadiana.com, or mail a check to us at PO Box 62029, Lafayette, LA 70596. Every donation, regardless of its size, can make a significant impact.

As we bid farewell to the old year and welcome the new, we wish you a joyous and blessed New Year filled with happiness and fulfillment.

Read our year-end newsletter (https://bit.ly/2023BMAnewsletter) and see all the many great things your generosity helped us accomplish.

🎄✨ Wishing you a Merry Christmas filled with love, joy, and the warmth of His grace! 🌟 May this season remind us of the greatest gift ever given – salvation through Jesus Christ. 🙏🏼 Let's celebrate the birth of our Savior and share the love He has poured into our hearts. 🎁❤️ From our BMA family to yours, Merry Christmas! 🌟 🎄

As a Christian organization, Bridge Ministry of Acadiana is dedicated to serving our neighborhood. However, collaboration is vital to making a significant impact since no single organization can meet our under-resourced community's diverse needs. By joining hands with other organizations, we combine our strengths, resources, and values, empowering our community in a comprehensive and God-honoring manner. We thank our donors, supporters, churches, and community partners for giving and embarking on this journey with us!

Please consider donating today and become a partner in spreading God's love and compassion. To contribute to our cause, please visit our website at www.bridgeacadiana.com. Your generosity will help bring hope to those in need, reflecting the season's true spirit.

Read our year-end newsletter (https://bit.ly/2023BMAnewsletter) to see all the many great things your generosity helped us accomplish.