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The Bridge of Storm Lake DESCRIPTION CONTACT NAME Jay Dahlhauser The Bridge of Storm Lake is committed to valuing individuals, nurturing relationships, and witnessing the transforming power of Jesus Christ. They seek to connect, support, and empower others in the name of Jesus through a variety of activities, including: EMAIL Neighborhood Centers, a community based ministry that works directly with neighborhoods in Storm Lake to build relationships with the people they serve. jay@thebridgeofstormlake.com PHONE 712-213-0195 OFFICE ADDRESS 529 Seneca Street Storm Lake, IA 50588 TYPE OF WORK Faith B ased, Community Based, Educational/School, Food Pantry, Garden Program The Garden Training Project, which provides youth and adults with an enriching, practical means of building skills and gaining competency. Community members and youth maintain and harvest the garden while learning agricultural basics, how to market and prepare the produce for consumption and building teamwork skills. Youth Programs that provide meals, after-school activities, bible studies, and summer camps to area kids. Buena Vista University students partner with The Bridge as tutors and mentors. A Food Ministry, which rescues and re-directs excess food from Buena Vista University to area residents struggling with hunger. In partnership with the United Methodist Church, The Bridge distributes bags of food every Monday from 4:30- 6:00pm. The Bridge of Storm Lake is a ministry of Christ For the City International. COUNTIES Buena Vista HOW TO HELP Concerned individuals can support the mission of The Bridge of Storm Lake through donations, prayer, and volunteerism. Volunteer orientations take place at the office on the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 7pm, as needed. Volunteers are requested to register first for an orientation by emailing volunteer@athebridgeofstormlake.com. More information about The Bridge and their activities is available through their website, and on Facebook and Twitter. Page | 530