On September 21, over 2,000 individuals gathered at King’s River Worship Center in St. Albans for “Bless You Day.” This special event, hosted by Community Bridge, provided a variety of free items, including clothing and household goods.
WVSU Extension’s Healthy Grandfamilies program was pivotal in making this event successful in collaboration with Community Bridge. Nineteen dedicated staff members from WVSU Extension Service volunteered their time to help prepare and set up for the occasion. Through partnerships like these, Community Bridge continues to fulfill its mission of addressing the basic needs of families in our communities.
“Many people are in need, and if we can be a bright light to give somebody a little hope, that’s our goal,” said Community Bridge Director Chris Kimbro.
As a nonprofit organization, Community Bridge focuses on fostering collaborations with churches, businesses, schools and other entities to provide essential items and life skills education to low-income households, homeless people and those facing challenges such as substance use disorders. These partnerships are vital for empowering individuals and families and helping them build a brighter, more sustainable future.
For more information, please email the WVSU Extension Service at extension@wvstateu.edu