Bridge Foundation MGM was created to assist young adults in closing
the gap between life and financial skills needed in everyday life. The agency
serves as a liaison to connect students with peers and adults in diverse groups to
encourage positive reinforcement of necessary life and financial skills that are
required in adulthood. We provide practical skills building of real life scenarios
through programs, workshops, community service, and networking events. The
agency prides itself to serve as a safe space for young adults to redefine and find
themselves as they evolve through various stages of life. Bridge Foundation
MGM strives to build self-awareness, increase self-motivation, and encourage good decision making skills (both emotional and financial) in young adults. The best
way to achieve this is for them to see it in action by the most influential adults in
their lives and community. Representation matters!
Team
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
Amber Cooper
Founder/Executive Director
Chastity Vickers
Founder/Executive Director
John Richardson
Board of Directors (President)
Caren Scott
Board of Directors (Vice President)
Teleshia Washington
Board of Directors (Secretary)
Tamachio Owens
Board of Directors (TREASURER)
Programs
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We offer B.F. Development & Leadership Program Cohorts Annually beginning in the summer months. Cohorts will include 20-25 highly motivated students. Students that participate in the program will gain exposure to trailblazers in the community to promote positive growth and development, receive first consideration of 1 of 2 Scholarships given at the Scholarship Recipient Event, participate in community service events, have access to community Networking Mixers connecting students to change agents in the community, gain knowledge from a number of life skills needed in adulthood through hands on learning experiences, and participate in agency events including Thanksgiving Community Service projects and the Annual Holiday Gala. Students selected are expected to maintain good morale and uphold the agency’s mission.
Areas covered in the program include:
Life Skills Development:
Effective Communication, Coping with Stress, Managing Emotions, Self-Confidence, Self-Discipline, Accepting Compliments and Criticism
Financial Wellness:
Budgeting, Building Credit, Credit Scores, Credit Cards, Managing Debt, Saving, Investing, Personal Lending, Renting/Mortgage
Workforce Preparedness:
Networking events for Job Preparedness, Resume Building, and Interviewing Skills
Leadership Development:
Decision Making, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Leadership Skills, Identifying and Executing your Passion, How to Delegate Tasks, Time Management and Prioritization
Mentoring Program:
Peer to Peer Mentoring and B.F. MGM Adult Ambassador-to-Student Mentoring
Membership Process:
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High School / College Student
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Must reside in Montgomery, AL / Tri-County River Region
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Highly motivated to learn
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Complete onboarding requirements
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Adhere to program attendance policy and code of conduct
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Adhere to all program policies and procedures
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Three Letters of Recommendation
Scholarship Information
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Bridge Foundation MGM provides 2 Scholarships Annually to 2 deserving high school seniors/college students at our Scholarship Recipient Event in March. Qualifications for the Scholarship are listed below:
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3.0 GPA
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Evidenced Community Service
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Three Letters of Recommendation
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Statement of purpose