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The Essentials Pantry Helps Families Stretch Budgets When SNAP Benefits Are Paused
When the government shut down stopped SNAP benefits, TNB’s Essentials Pantry stepped up to help Austin families.
Supplemental Technology Training for Advocates
TNB recently held a tech training session for Advocates to get them comfortable with the digital tools used in the program.
Advocate Training: 36 Volunteers Ready to Walk With Families
With our final Advocate training of the year, we have 36 Advocates ready to help Austin families access the services they need.
Sharing the Story of The Neighborhood Bridge at Loyola University
Prentice Butler recently presented at Loyola, his alma mater, to inspire the next generation to make a difference.
The Neighborhood Bridge Celebrates the Official Opening of the Bridge Center
More than 50 guests came together to celebrate the grand opening of The Neighborhood Bridge’s home, the Bridge Center.
Learning and Laughter: A Podcast Workshop With Jack and Jill
Last weekend, ED Prentice Butler spent a fun day doing a kids’ podcast workshop for Jack and Jill of America.
The Neighborhood Bridge Sponsors Youth Civic Engagement Event
The Neighborhood Bridge was proud to sponsor a youth voter registration event on 9/20 at Michele Clark High School.
The Rectory is Renamed the Bridge Center
The former SCSL rectory has been renamed the Bridge Center to reflect its new role as a social services hub.
A Conversation With Our Newest Volunteer Advocates
Meet three of our newest Advocates to learn what training is like and why they’re excited about this unique program.
The Neighborhood Bridge Opens the Essentials Pantry in August
Our Essentials Pantry is launching in August to provide school families with needed essentials not covered by SNAP.
TNB’s Prentice Butler Talks Advocate Training
Prentice Butler explains what TNB’s Advocate Program is like and the impact it has on Advocates and Participants alike.
The Essentials Pantry Nears Completion
An army of volunteers has been working to complete the second stage of our renovations on the lower level of our office.
Rendel Solomon: Supporting People in His Community
Board member, Rendel Solomon. spent 12 years as a Managing Director of a private equity firm, when he felt called to make a change. Learn what led him to change the focus of his career and join TNB’s board.
Kimberly Walton: Addressing Trauma in Austin Kids
Social Worker and The Neighborhood Bridge board member, Kimberly Walton, describes the traumas that many Austin children face.
Black History Month Discussion Panel Challenges Audience to Step Up
Our Black History Month event featured a panel of dynamic West Side leaders who discussed systemic inequities and the tranformative power of art, faith, and advocacy.
Meet Vimla Homan: The Neighborhood Bridge’s New Development Director
Vimla Homan joined The Neighborhood Bridge in January, bringing a wealth of experience and a passion for economic and social justice.
The Neighborhood Bridge Launches Its Advocate Training Program
We started our Advocate volunteer program in October! Learn about the role of an Advocate and how you can get involved.
Circus Fun and Smoothies Are Cool Treats for Austin Families
Our friends, Bigger Table and UniverSoul Circus, surprised us with circus tickets in October, helping make some Austin families very happy.
Work to Create a Community Services Center Begins This Fall
Our dream of turning the former rectory of St. Catherine-St. Lucy into a community services center is finally becoming a reality!
Catalyst Circle Rock Charter School: Where Love is at the Core of Learning
Meet the staff and teachers who make it their mission to teach the minds and hearts of students at Catalyst Circle Rock Charter School.