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Discover Bridge To Brighter

Discover Bridge To Brighter

learn about our non profit agency
We work hard every day to provide a better future for those in our care, with the belief that every young person deserves the chance to thrive. Staying true to one of our strategic goals, Bridge to Brighter provides vital services to support and strengthen youth in and aging out of foster care in Milwaukee County.

We are focused on providing support for youth in and aging out of foster care through resources and programming that help them achieve their goals.

The Bridge to Brighter family tree will continue to grow and flourish as we strive to achieve our vision: that all youth in our care feel safe, respected, nurtured, and able to reach their full potential.

“History will judge us by the difference we make in the everyday lives of children”

Nelsen Mandela
Our Mission

Our Mission

Building a place where we all thrive
Guided by faith, we will meet the physical and emotional needs of youth impacted by foster care through mentoring, building healthy relationships, and creating life success plans that promote healing and a brighter future.

Our Values

  • Collaboration

  • Compassion

  • Empathy

  • Respect

  • Integrity

  • Commitment

  • Resilience

  • High standards

  • Accountability

Our Team

Our Team

The Leadership Team at Bridge To Brighter
True change takes place when our community comes together to hear one another, dream big, and share our unique skills and passions. We are grateful for our dynamic team who work together to support the well-being of our youth aging out of foster care.
Kevin-Mehring
Founder, Chair/CEO
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Executive Director/President
Bill-Dalecky
Treasurer/CFO
Chris-Mehring
Secretary

Our Board Of Directors

The Leadership Team at Bridge To Brighter
Bridge To Brighter is grateful to the members of our Board of Directors who generously volunteer their time, expertise, and financial support to further Bridge To Brighter’s mission.

Bladen Burns

Fiduciary Management, Inc., Executive Vice President, Partner

Carlos Avila

General Mills,
Former foster youth

Heather Grams

President, Next Door

Michelle Minessale

Educator and Community Volunteer

Kim Malvick

Executive Director of Bishop Kelly Foundation

George Matthews

General Manager Russ Darrow Honda
Interested In Serving On Our Board?

Interested In Serving On Our Board?

Join Our Team
Bridge To Brighter continuously considers volunteers for day to day activities, and for board-level service. We invite individuals who have a passion for our mission, leadership skills, and the ability to be a good steward of the organization to connect with us about board service. We welcome board volunteers from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences.

Experience and skills that would greatly contribute to our mission and goals:

  • Finance
  • Fundraising
  • Event Planning
  • Management
  • Human Resources
  • Marketing

"I became involved in supporting B2B from attending a fall fundraiser. I love how B2B empowers young men aged out of foster to develop life skills that will enable them to grow spiritually, mentally, and prepare them for their future. B2B's assistance with affordable housing, jobs, and mentorship is game changing for these young men."

- George Matthews

General Manager of Russ Darrow Honda