BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN HOMELESSNESS AND HOUSING

CURRENT NEED: WINTER WEAR

As winter approaches, The Bridge Home is in need of warm gear donations to help keep our community safe and comfortable. We are seeking items such as coats, hats, gloves, and blankets to support individuals experiencing homelessness during the colder months. Your contributions can make a significant difference in their lives.

Our Mission

Our mission is to walk with those who have fallen on hard times to help them find hope and a home.

Founded in 1985, The Bridge Home is devoted to bridging the gap between homelessness and housing by providing shelter, support, and inspiring a pathway forward to individuals and families experiencing or on the verge of homelessness.

From our main campus in Ames, Iowa, our outreach spans the Two Rivers Region, severing Boone, Greene, Hardin, Marshall, and Story counties.

WHAT WE DO

STREET OUTREACH

Proactively helping people experiencing homeless on the street

DIVERSION

Finding a safe alternative to entering shelter through connection to services, support coordination and/or conflict mediation

EMERGENCY SHELTER

Temporary shelter while providing food, health and wellbeing assistance, and financial education

SUPPORTIVE HOUSING

A needs-based program to help clients secure affordable housing, overcome financial barriers, achieve self-sufficiency, and maintain a permanent home

RAPID RE-HOUSING

Short-term rental assistance and individually tailored support services to help individuals and families quickly exit homelessness and obtain and retain permanent housing

CONNECTION TO SERVICES

Connecting clients to external programs and community resources to help them achieve sustainable, healthy outcomes

making a difference

“I couldn’t have ever gotten a job, or housing, or even an Iowa driver’s license if I didn’t have the help of The Bridge Home and officer Eric Snyder. In other words, you saved my life.”

Father

50s who overcame homelessness

“I believe the stability and resources of The Bridge Home are beneficial for the Ames Community. Their knowledge and support of housing programs granted me the structure I needed to save my family from hardship.”

Mother

30s, who overcame homelessness with her family

“The staff are very hospitable and treat everyone with dignity and respect. God bless you!”

Daughter

20s, who overcame homelessness

“The Bridge Home has helped us realize that there are people out there that will help others in time of need, and the importance of giving everyone a fair shot without judgment. We are so grateful for The Bridge Home and the support they’ve shown our family — Thank you for everything.”

The Bradley Family

Received shelter and support after losing their trailer in the 2020 derecho

Thank You, Sponsors!

Our services are funded in part through private grants and sponsorships. Thank you for your ongoing support!