WHAT WE DO | Bridges for Schools

WHAT WE DO

WE PARTNER WITH SCHOOLS SEEKING TO...

Create initiatives to increase family engagement

Invest in capacity to increase enrollment, retention, and vitality

Cultivate an inclusive community reflective of the Catholic Church’s diverse population

WHAT WE FUND

Each Bridges for Schools grant is tailored to the self-identified needs of the school and their goals related to enrollment and family engagement. Bridges for Schools grants have supported:

Human translation of school materials to inform and improve parent engagement in school registration, activities, high school or college preparation process, etc.
In-person translation at meetings and events
Parent engagement strategies
Bilingual website content, video, and audio
Bilingual front office staff
Parent Ambassador programs
Representative photography (photos that capture the diversity of a school community)
Culturally familiar imagery and art
English language programs for parents

ITEMS BEYOND FUNDING SCOPE

Auto-translate apps
Computers/Tablets (e.g. iPads)
Food/refreshments
Travel or transportation
Tuition assistance
Paid advertising
One-off events for Hispanic Heritage Month

(we encourage schools to host events for HHM, but it does not qualify for funding through Bridges for Schools).