The Bridge Fund of Westchester

The mission of The Bridge Fund has never been more relevant. Because of the private funding we utilize, we are the one program that continues to operate when government assistance is not readily available for our hardworking clients, as was the case in much of the past two years.

Our clients know this better than anyone as they are resourceful and research every possible source of funding that might be available to them. Although they are feeling quite hopeless when they come to The Bridge Fund, we are often able to restore that hope.

The working poor continue to struggle with very limited resources. They are burdened with the increasing cost of living as well as immediate and pressing needs, and by reduced hours as businesses cut back. Making ends meet has never been more challenging for so many. The budget counseling we provide has become critical.

The one bright light past, present and future, is the support of our funders, our colleagues and the clients we have stabilized. With private support, augmented by networked funding and repayments, The Bridge Fund will continue to be a constant in the prevention of homelessness throughout Westchester County for years to come. Our clients reflect the continued and steady resolve of The Bridge Fund. Over 90% of those monitored remain in their homes one year after our assistance was rendered.

1. Assistance may be loans or grants, critical information and referrals, budget counseling.
2. Bridge Fund households can receive a combination of loans and grants.
3. Funding secured by The Bridge Fund partnering with other agencies.
4. Money accumulated by client, but insufficient to resolve housing crisis.
5. Clients can repay as little as $5 per month upto $100 per month.