The Bridge for Youth
Jeremiah Hawkins, LICSW, is an experienced professional in the field of social work. Jeremiah currently holds the title of Vice President of Programs at The Bridge for Youth, and Senior Director for Children and Family Services at Catholic Charities of St. Paul and Minneapolis. Jeremiah has held various leadership roles in organizations such as D.A. Blodgett - St. John's, New Jersey Department of Children and Families, and DC Child and Family Services Agency. With a background in therapy and program administration, Jeremiah's career has focused on supporting and strengthening families and communities. Their educational background includes a Master of Science in Social Work from Columbia University and a BSW in Family Social Science from the University of Minnesota.
The Bridge for Youth
The Bridge for Youth centers youth voice, justice, and equity in all we do, and empowers youth experiencing homelessness through safe shelter, basic needs, and healthy relationships. Our vision is a community where all youth feel safe, accepted, and supported. #BFYcommUNITY The Bridge is on the forefront of addressing youth homelessness in the Twin Cities, serving the most vulnerable youth with effective, youth-centered programs that offer a pathway out of poverty and chronic homelessness. Committed to meeting the changing needs of youth currently or at risk of experiencing homelessness, current programs at The Bridge include: * Youth Response Center: Available 24/7/365, the Youth Response Center provides immediate support and resources for youth and families. *Resilience House: Emergency shelter, meals, access to healthcare, case management, and support for youth ages 10-17 experiencing homelessness. *Gloria’s Place: The only emergency shelter in Minnesota for pregnant or parenting homeless youth (ages 15-17) and their children (ages 0-3). Provides temporary shelter, meals, access to healthcare, case management, and parenting education. *Marlene’s Place: The first and only site-based transitional housing and case management program in Hennepin County for pregnant or parenting homeless youth (ages 16-20) and their children (ages 0-3). *Rita’s House: An intentional living community providing affordable housing and teaching independent living skills for youth ages 18-21. *Outreach & Support Services: Connects with youth in the community through street, site-based, and mobile outreach; school partnerships; community education; counseling; aftercare; support groups; and specialized case management for crime victims and youth who identify as LGBTQ+. Please support The Bridge today!