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Our 
Story

In 2022, Founder and acting Executive Director, Jordan Crouse, made the decision to step back from full-time foster care in order to expand her impact beyond the 1 or 2 kids she could accommodate in her home each night. Today, thanks to our amazing partners and the support of our community, Jordan and Bridging the Gap now positively influence over 100 kids every month, with a remarkable 1,500 served just last December. We invite you to join us in supporting our mission to ensure that every child in our community thrives.

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40% of children in these categories don't graduate 

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41% of children in these categories face chronic absenteeism

Our nonprofit is dedicated to helping the children in the FM area who experience homelessness, are in the foster system,  and live below the poverty line.  We are on a mission is to provide support, resources, and opportunities to these vulnerable children, ensuring they have a brighter future.  With over 191 kids in our community facing homelessness, and approximately 9,000 kids living below the poverty line in Fargo Moorhead, our work is crucial.  We believe that every child deserves a chance to succeed, regardless of their circumstances.

School Pantries

Support our effort to keep our school pantries well-stocked with food items and basic hygiene products.  Your contribution allows us to provide these essentials ensuring students maintain good health and dignity, allowing them to focus on their education without worry. 

Transportation

We believe every young person deserves the opportunity to succeed without logistical barriers. Our dedicated transport van plays a critical role in this mission, providing reliable transportation to and from school, work, and extracurricular activities for youth in need across the Fargo Moorhead area.

School Lunches

Every child deserves a healthy meal to power through their school day.  Your support helps ensure that hunger doesn't stand in the way of learning.  Join us in giving the gift of nutrition and focus to every student.

Lunch Time

Giving Tree

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Our Annual Giving Tree initiative allows children in need to chose one "want" and one "need" for the holiday season - gifts that are thoughtfully purchased by donors like you.  This program not only fulfills basic needs but also brings joy and celebration into the lives of those who may otherwise go without.  Be a part of making holiday wishes come true - sponsor a child or one of our trees this year!

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