Building Bridges Across the River

Building Bridges is a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering health, arts, and economic equity in Washington, DC. The organization operates several signature projects, including the 11th Street Bridge Park, which will be the city's first elevated park, providing a venue for healthy recreation, environmental education, and the arts. Building Bridges Farms focuses on providing Southeast communities with access to healthy, affordable food, urban agriculture education, and career opportunities. The Skyland Workforce Center is an innovative hub that connects communities across the Anacostia River, offering high-quality workforce development programs that lead to work-ready candidates and career-focused job placements. This initiative aims to achieve economic self-sufficiency and improve the quality of life for residents. Additionally, THEARC Theater serves as a dynamic venue for performing arts and cultural events, fostering community connections. Building Bridges' business model revolves around creating inclusive economic opportunities and improving public health disparities, while also reconnecting neighborhoods on both sides of the Anacostia River. The organization primarily serves DC residents living east of the Anacostia River, providing them with entertaining and enlightening experiences that can positively impact their lives. Keywords: non-profit, health, arts, economic equity, workforce development, community projects, urban agriculture, public health, cultural events, Anacostia River, Washington DC.