In September, 1994, Oaklake Apartment Complex at Kuykendahl & 1960 was purchased by Houston Inter-Faith Housing Corporation (HIHC). HIHC has successfully bought and managed several complexes in the Houston area to provide affordable housing for low-income elderly tenants, by partnering with local churches. This results in a joint effort where HIHC manages the business aspects (rents, liabilities, renovations, etc.) while area churches agree to minister to the residents' needs. Oaklake, better known as "The Bridges," is HIHC's first complex for low-income families.
Bridges Community Center is a non-profit that works to affirm, assist, and empower the kids through educational programs, social programs, and spiritual support. They still need voluteers to help them in their ministry.
Program
They still need help working with these kids. Here are some of the opportunities with which we can help at the Bridges facility:
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Tutoring
Tutors and substitute teachers are needed, especially bilingual in Spanish. You can provide supportive relationships. -
Children's Library
Simple library duties to manage the use of books ("two books in, two books out.") -
Jobs
Provide information on current job opportunities,Job Fairs, potential employers. -
Hardship
Help families repsond to short-term financialneeds. (For example, if you're a lawyer or auto mechanic who accepts weekly payments).