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Bridges to Independence

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Bridges to Independence does more than offer shelter to those experiencing homelessness, it provides them with a foundation to rebuild their lives.

10/14/2026

🎃👻 HALLOWEEN COSTUMES NEEDED! 🧡

Bridges to Independence is collecting new and gently used Halloween costumes for ages 0–12, and we need your help!

Have a costume your child has outgrown? Donate it and help another little one enjoy the magic of dressing up this Halloween! 🧡

🎃 Donations accepted through October 17
📍 3103 9th Road North, Arlington, VA 22201
🕒 Drop off anytime! Our shelter is open 24/7 to receive donations.

Please share with friends, family, and neighbors to help us spread the word!

10/12/2026

🍂🎃 What a BOO-tiful evening at our Grab & Go Fall Festival! 🍁🧡

A special THANK YOU to our special guest, Kidcreate Studio Alexandria Kidcreate Studio Alexandria, for helping make the evening so much fun!

🚲🥤 A big shoutout to J's Pedal & Blend Smoothie Bike Experience for bringing the smoothie bike and giving everyone a fun, refreshing experience!

🎨✨ And thank you to Ivonne Salazar of Heavenly Face Designs for being part of the fun and continuing to show up for our community.

Most of all, thank you to every family who joined us and helped make this festival so special. Community is what makes moments like these possible! 🧡🍂

10/08/2026

TONIGHT is our Grab & Go Fall Festival! 🎃🧡

Thank you to our special guest Kidcreate Studio Alexandria Kidcreate Studio Alexandria for helping us provide a fun evening of music, food, and games for the whole family!

📅 Thursday, October 8
⏰️ 6PM - 7:30 PM
📍 Charles Drew Community Center (Multipurpose Room)

10/07/2026

We're so grateful! 💙

Bridges to Independence received a $10,000 Pay It Forward award from Family and Children’s Trust Fund of Virginia (The Family and Children's Trust Fund of Virginia) at their 40th anniversary celebration in Richmond. Virginia Museum of History & Culture (VMHC)

Abeer Omer, FACT's Champion for Adult Survivors of Sexual and Domestic Violence, chose Bridges for this award. Thank you, Abeer, and thank you to Nicole Poulin and the whole FACT team. Happy 40th! 🎉

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10/05/2026

This THURSDAY is our Grab & Go Fall Festival! 🍂

FREE admission for the entire family to enjoy music, games, and fall fun! 🧡🎃

📅 Thursday, October 8, 2026
⏰️ 6PM - 7:30PM
📍 Charles Drew Community Center (Multipurpose Room)

09/17/2026

Join Bridges for our Volunteer Open House and learn how you can make a lasting impact!

Whether you're interested in mentoring youth, supporting families in shelter, or sharing your professional skills, there's a place for you at Bridges.

📅 Volunteer Open House (via Zoom)
• TONIGHT! September 17 at 6:00 PM
• October 22 at 6:00 PM

Sign up here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=BT7ITVtIE0yPprGduFts9gfx8dscgQFCjhVw_30A4gNUN1hWUE1UNEtTWVdVUEw5VkZaU005UUVGTS4u&route=shorturl

09/10/2026

You don't have to paint the whole picture alone. 🎨 Every family deserves a fresh canvas, and together we can build stability and paint a bright future.

To learn how to get involved, email [email protected]

08/25/2026

FREE Pap Smear and Cervical Cancer Screening event! 🏥 This essential service is sponsored by VHC Health’s Clinic and the Dewberry Cancer Resource Center.

⏰️ When: Saturday, September 19, at 8 AM - 12 PM
📍 Where: VHC Health Outpatient Clinic at 1701 N George Mason Dr., Arlington, VA 22205

Details:
🔒 This screening is completely confidential and FREE.
✅️ Registration is required. Please scan QR Code or visit https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044EAFAC23A4FDC43-64953464-cervical
➕️ Must be 21+ years of age to register.
🚗 Park in Zone C Garage. Upon exiting, walk straight ahead. The clinic is the small building on your left.
❓️Questions? Email [email protected] or call 703-558-5555.

08/24/2026

Thank you to the Sons of Solomon MC - Northern Virginia Chapter for hosting the Annual Charity Day Party in support of Bridges!

Since 2014, the Sons of Solomon MC have been dedicated partners in our mission. We are incredibly grateful for your ongoing support and for bringing people together to give back!

08/05/2026

📚✏️ Bridges' Back-to-School Drive is underway, and we’re collecting school supplies to support children and families in our community.

When you bring in a donation to Scramble Parkour, customers can receive 20% off at the café and $5 off admission entry as a thank-you for helping make a difference. 💙

See a full list of supplies at: givebutter.com/B2IBack2School

Address

2229 Shirlington Road, Suite B
Arlington, VA
22206

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+17035257177

Website

https://bridges2.org/

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