WHAT IS AN ALLY?

ALLIES are community members who form a supportive relationship with our LEADERS.

One of the fundamental roles of our volunteers is to serve as an Ally. An Ally works directly with a Leader to figure out how to accomplish their goals, by providing help in areas in which they have knowledge. These areas might include: basic finance, education, or building social/community connections. Allies can be anyone with stable resources who whole-heartedly want to help and learn.

Leaders and Allies are matched by their talents and interests, and are each asked to make an 18 month commitment. Leaders are expected to meet with their Allies at least once a month. The relationship formed during these meetings builds respect and understanding, linking people together to end poverty one family at a time. 

Through outreach events, Building Bridges disseminates the proper framework for understanding and defeating poverty in our community. It is our goal to raise awareness on the issues of poverty, so that everyone can come together, and breakdown barriers that make it difficult for people to pull themselves out of poverty. 

We rely on your help to continue our stamp out poverty and help communities thrive. If you are interested in empowering people and rebuilding your community, please fill out the application below!