Youth nonprofit · East Contra Costa County
Every student seen. Every student supported.
We bring social-emotional learning, mentorship and restorative justice into schools across Antioch, Pittsburg, Oakley and beyond, so young people can build the confidence to lead.
And thousands more reached through school-wide assemblies, the R.I.S.E. Conference, camps and community listening sessions.
Who we are
Hope over hopelessness, built one relationship at a time.
Bridge Builders to the New Generation empowers youth from urban and marginalized communities through restorative justice practices, social-emotional learning and culturally responsive opportunities.
We work inside schools every day, helping students with conflict, attendance and goals, and we stay with families outside the classroom too.
Board of Directors
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How can we help you?
Pick the path that fits you. Each one leads to a single page with everything you need.
Schools & districts
Bring Bridge Builders to your campus for on-site SEL, intervention and restorative practices.
- Tier 1–3 intervention staff
- Assemblies and the R.I.S.E. Conference
- After-school programming
Students & families
Sign up for a program at your school, or join Restore the Village, our program for families.
- Student registration
- Restore the Village for families
- Ages 14–25: Restoring Hope
Donors & volunteers
Fund scholarships and programs, sponsor an event, or give your time as a mentor.
- Give online in two minutes
- Annual and event sponsorship
- Volunteer and job openings
Our programs
Support that meets students where they are
Six programs for elementary students, teens, young adults and parents.
Change the Narrative
SEL, restorative justice, mentorship and college and career readiness, delivered on campus all year.
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After School Program
Homework help, SEL workshops and team-building in a safe space after the bell.
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Restoring Hope
Healing-centered violence prevention with mentorship, school reconnection and job readiness.
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R.I.S.E. Conference
A Black History Month assembly and workshop that celebrates Black leaders and builds student pride.
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Restore the Village
A family-led program in four steps: get to know your family, map your support network, set a goal together and follow up.
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Exploration Camp
Hikes with East Bay Regional Parks, trade skills classes and one-on-one coaching.
Learn more →I could not survive as a VP at AMS without Bridge Builders. They are true heroes at our school.
Vice Principal, Antioch Middle School
They keep me safe and help me with my work. They ask good questions to get you to think about your future.
Bridge Builders student
Watch
See Bridge Builders in the news
Jefferson Award winner
KPIX CBS News Bay Area profiles Dr. Wright and the students of Bridge Builders. 3 min
Interview on ESPN+
Dr. Wright talks about Bridge Builders’ work with young people on an ESPN+ broadcast. 6 min
Partners
Trusted by schools, cities and funders across the county
Our partners
Our sponsors
Careers
We’re hiring
Four openings on campuses in Antioch and Richmond, each open as full-time or part-time. Volunteers are always welcome too.
See all openingsFounders Dinner · Bridge Builders University
Founders Dinner 2027: help send a student to college.
An evening of student stories, testimonials and an auction. Every ticket and table funds scholarships for East County youth. The date will be announced soon. Sign up for our monthly update to hear first.