Bridge of
Hope
About Bridge of Hope
A Christ-centered ministry located in City Heights, San Diego, dedicated to strengthening families in the midst of transition, including refugees relocating from around the world, families leaving homeless and domestic violence shelters or recovery homes.
Bridge of Hope provides support through spiritual and practical means to the families in need. Bridge of Hope provides furniture, household items, clothing, and food to families sent to them from local San Diego agencies. It also provides resources and programs to help special groups including the elderly, poor, single parents, veterans and people with disabilities. Currently, it provides food for approximately 1500 families each month.
Grace Point Church has been actively involved with this ministry for several years, providing financial support and volunteers to work on the regular weekly needs as well as for special projects.
Please contact Heloneida Kataoka for any additional information.
Main Services Provided
New Family Wednesdays
This is a one time service. It is done by appointment only and the families come to Bridge of Hope with their respective Case Workers. That day they can collect some furniture pieces, pick out items from the kitchen department, receive bedding, bathroom items, clothing and food. Ten to twelve families are served every Wednesday.
Friday Food Distribution
Every Friday an outdoors market is set up for large scale food distribution. A variety of produce, breads, meats, and other dry food items are distributed. Usually 250-300 people are served each Friday.
Saturday Community Day
This operates each second and fourth Saturdays of each month. The clothing closet is open to all who want to shop, food is distributed and the community is welcomed to join in a variety of arts and crafts.
Volunteer
Opportunities
Bridge of Hope is always in need of volunteers who can regularly or occasionally commit to lending a hand. Whatever your skills and passions are, come and enjoy the fulfillment of helping others.
Handyman and yard work
Assist clients during New Family Wednesdays in the different rooms where they can collect things (clothing closed, food, household items, furniture, etc.). Open from 10:00 am to 2:30 pm.
Assist on Friday food distribution, setting up tables and tents, arranging and distributing the food, and tearing down tables and tents. Great opportunity to connect with the clients and testify of the love of Christ through providing a smile and word of encouragement.
Drivers: Help pick up furniture and food when needed.
Donations
Gently used or new clothing, kitchenware, furniture, bedding, toiletries, and other household items are graciously accepted year-round. You can drop off your donations at the Welcome Table on Sundays or at the church office.
Click the button below for detailed needs.
Bedding - all sizes of sheets, blankets, and comforters.
Pillows
Towels
Laundry baskets
Trash cans
Shower curtains
Small strollers (umbrella type only)
Current Urgent Needs
Please visit the Bridge of Hope website for more details. Click the button below.