23,900+ careers launched since 1989.
76% 90-day retention (2015-2024), 78% in PY2025.
Bridges is a Mathematica-evaluated workforce model: we prepare young adults with disabilities for real jobs, match them with vetted employers, and coach them through their first year. Your gift to Bridges, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is tax-deductible and funds outcomes that last.
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The clearest sign your gift produces lasting outcomes: companies who hire Bridges candidates hire them again.
98%
Employer satisfaction
92%
Employers who hire again
90%
Youth satisfaction
6,548+
Employer partners
Bridges placements have launched careers at UPS, McDonald’s, Target, Kroger, Walmart, and Home Depot, with 6,548+ employer partners across 12 U.S. cities. See our employer partner network →
Three stages. Each measured. Each producing outcomes funders can track.
Prepare
Job-ready candidates
Individualized assessments, workplace readiness training, and strength-based employment plans turn potential into hireable talent.
Place
Employers who hire and rehire
Strength-based matching with vetted employer partners. We find the right fit before introductions, then prepare each candidate specifically for that workplace.
Support
Careers that stick
12 months of structured retention coaching: 30/60/90 day check-ins plus ongoing support through the first year on the job.
Independently rated
Bridges holds Candid’s Platinum Transparency seal and a four-star rating from Charity Navigator, the highest available marks for nonprofit accountability.
Recent recognition
Bridges was awarded a competitive three-year Workforce Pathways for Youth grant (one of only six national organizations selected) to scale our placement and retention model.
For donor-advised funds, foundations, and check writers
Bridges from School to Work is a 501(c)(3) public charity. Gifts are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
Considering a leadership gift, planned giving, or institutional partnership? Talk to development directly →
Stories from the young adults whose careers were launched with Bridges.
Dear Bridges Supporter,
Thank you so much for this program. I couldn't of done this without you guys, all the points in my life I thought I wasn't going to make it. And now I have. I just want to thank you for all your help and support. Thank you so much.
Bryjell
Dear Bridges Supporter,
My counselor called telling me that I got hired and it changed my whole life. Thank you so much for this opportunity, and it means so much to my family. I couldn't have got a job without you.
Richard
Dear Bridges Supporter,
I've been a courtesy clerk at Safeway for 8 months and have already been promoted. Thank you for your support!
Kevin
Dear Bridges Supporter,
Bridges is a good Program because it has gotten me a job and helps support my family. Remember how happy I was when I went with my professor to Dodger Stadium? I love you all there. Thank you so much for supporting Bridges and changing my life.
Eric
Dear Bridges Supporter,
Thank you so much for this program. I couldn't have got a job without your help. Thank you indeed from the bottom of my heart.
Aaron
Dear Bridges Supporter,
I was just hired at Safeway two weeks ago. I'm so excited. Thank you for your support!
Sean
Dear Bridges Supporter,
Thank you so much for the job opportunity at Crackers in the Atlanta Airport. With the help of my job coach and the Bridges Program, I was offered a job after high school. This has been a blessing to me and my family. Keep up the good work.
Kareem
I consider Bridges as a family. Every mentor has helped me reach my goals and goes the extra mile to set new ones. Bridges guided me along every step of the way to ensure success. I found my perfect employer because of their help. I found a great fit job.
Christian
Dear Bridges,
This job at Noah's Bagels has taught me to be able to handle work and responsibility, and how to be a team player. Thank you for giving me my first paid job.
Domonik
Dear Bridges,
Thanks for helping me get hired at Five Guys. I'm really gonna work hard and do a good job.
Duran
Dear Bridges Staff,
I would like to thank you for giving me this job and opportunity at Aramark and you've believed in me. Thanks.
Mychalee
Dear Bridges,
Thanks for helping me for getting a job. This is my first job, everything is going great. I work part time so it is a good job. It is a job I enjoy doing. To the best person in the world!
Chad
Dear Bridges,
Thank you for helping me to start working. I like making money and being able to help my family.
Ryesheed
Bridges helped me to be more confident in my interview, and I got the job. Thank you for your help and support.
Tonia
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