Neighborhood Bridges Westerville

05/29/2026

💜 Thank you to our incredible community.

Because of your generosity, we were able to provide $25 gift cards to 180 graduating seniors in need across all three Westerville high schools and the Academic Enrichment Center.

Your kindness helped make this milestone a little brighter for students as they celebrate graduation and look toward the future. Way to go Westerville!

Small acts. Big impact. 💜

05/26/2026

Sending a big congratulations to our Advocates of the Year, Natalie Cross and Sherri Pastiva! 💜

Both Natalie and Sherri have been incredible advocates for students in our community. Through neighborhood bridges, they have helped meet student needs so children can show up to school feeling confident, supported, and ready to learn.

Because of their care and dedication, students received items such as books, clothing, shoes, school supplies, athletice fees, and even a washer and dryer for a family in need.

We are so excited to recognize Natalie and Sherri and thank them for the impact they continue to make for students and families in the Westerville community. 💜

Neighborhood Bridges

05/20/2026

A hardworking Westerville South student is determined to get back on track academically so she can attend the career center next year. During her freshman year, she fell behind after beginning the school year on a medical absence following the birth...

05/11/2026

05/05/2026

💜 Happy National Teacher Appreciation Day 💜

Today, we celebrate the educators who do so much more than teach. They inspire, encourage, and show up every day for their students—often in ways that go unseen.

From recognizing a student in need to creating a classroom where every child feels valued, their impact reaches far beyond the school day.

We are deeply grateful for the care, dedication, and heart they pour into every student they serve.

Take a moment to thank a teacher who made a difference in your life 💜

05/04/2026

💜 This week, we celebrate our teachers

They do so much more than teach—they show up, care deeply, and help students feel seen and supported every day.

They are central to our mission and the success of our students. We’re so grateful. 💜

05/01/2026

The simplest acts of kindness can brighten someone’s day—and create a ripple effect throughout our community.

Together, those small acts create BIG impact.

Sign up today and be part of something meaningful.
🔗neighborhoodbridges.org/community/westerville

04/30/2026

Basic needs are urgent needs. Filling them is how neighborhood bridges communities show up for students—every single day.

How we work:
Advocates identify real needs: Trusted educators flag barriers students are facing.

Needs are shared locally: Requests are emailed to our community of subscribers.

The community responds: Donations, gift cards, and support come in quickly through our easy on-line process.

Barriers are removed: Students and families get what they need—right when it matters.

This is what happens when neighbors help neighbors. Small acts. Big impact.

Sign up today: neighborhoodbridges.org/community/westerville

04/24/2026

A senior student that has fallen on hard times financially is now needing to come up with multiple funds in a short period of time and his family is not able to support him. There’s a $350 initial housing fee for the student to reserve a space at...

04/22/2026

At neighborhood bridges, we know food insecurity creates real barriers to learning—no child should have to learn on an empty stomach, and no child should ever go to school hungry. 💜

Through the generosity of our donors, the dedication of our advocates, and partnerships with other local non-profits, we work together to ensure students have access to nutritious food and snacks—giving them the fuel they need to thrive in school.

Please donate today to help us provide food, hope, and brighter futures for children in need.
🔗givebutter.com/nbWesterville

04/21/2026

💜 Growing to Serve More Communities

As neighborhood bridges continues to grow, so does our foundation's team—working behind the scenes to support 70 communities and counting.

It takes a dedicated team to make this work possible—and we’re so grateful for the people who show up every day to serve others.

We are determined to drive impact to one million students in need, then we will set our sites on reaching two million at-risk students in half the time!



Rick Bannister Linda Pitt Renee Rosati