Community Bridges

Community Bridges is important to me because...
"...we can learn about...how to have power."

Proclamation from County Executive Isiah Leggett. Montgomery County Public Schools makes Community Bridges one of its offical partners, providing in-kind resources to the organization.

2006

Selected by the Community Foundation of the National Capital Region for outstanding work with middle school students.

2005

Named one of "40 for a Better Future" by Washingtonian Magazine, for our work to "strengthen the bodies and spirits of young Washingtonians and give them the tools needed to build better futures."
Citation from Congressman Chris Van Hollen, in recognition of extraordinary work in helping girls to achieve academic success and develop outstanding interpersonal and leadership skills.
Nancy Dworkin Award for Outstanding Service to Youth, co-sponsored by Gazette Newspapers and Montgomery County Commission on Children & Youth.
Long Branch Athletic Association Community Hero Award, in recognition and appreciation of extraordinary contributions to the youth of Long Branch and the promotion of team sports.

2004

Selected as a Catalogue for Philanthropy organization doing outstanding work with girls in the community.

2003

Recognition from Douglas Duncan, County Executive of Montgomery County, Maryland, in recognition and appreciation for the Jump Start Girls! Adelante Niñas! program
Recognition from the SHARE Food Network for building strong communities through SHARE-DC Metro.

2001

Recognition from Eastern Middle School, in appreciation for contributions and support of afterschool activities.

2000

Daily Points of Light Award, honoring those who have made a commitment to secure for all Americans--especially young people--the fundamental resources needed to lead a productive life.

1999