Bridges Idaho

Connecting Cultures and Communities

Connect

Promote understanding and appreciation among cultures, fill needs for survival

A woman in Ukraine illuminated by a Luci Light provided in part by Bridges Idaho

A view of the residence halls at Idaho State University

Educate

Sponsor international students at ISU who desire to progress and contribute to our community

Advocate

Connect with state legislators and advocate for the rights of legal workers

Idaho State flag hanging in the rotunda of the Idaho State Capitol Building

Bringing the Horbachov family to Idaho

Vlad, Olena, and Mariiya Horbachov at the Salt Lake City Airport before being driven to Pocatello, Idaho, by members of Bridges Idaho

Recently, Bridges Idaho provided connection, transportation from the airport, and other needed items for a family fleeing rocket attacks and air raids in Ukraine to come to a safe home of a sponsor in Pocatello.

The story of the Horbachov family was narrated in detail in the Idaho State Journal September 20, 2024.

Now, Vlad and Olena have successful businesses contributing to our local economy! Click on the logos to see their work:

A link to the Pocatello Sharpening Service business in Pocatello, Idaho

Some of our projects

A young boy in the Ukraine in the dark illuminated by a Luci Light provided in part by Bridges Idaho

Bridges Idaho supports travels from Pocatello to Ukraine to bring bread, light, medical supplies, and other survival necessities to people suffering from the war in Ukraine.
Bridges Idaho is raising funds to buy a new van for the refugee settlement center in Twin Falls to drive new arrivals to and from work each day.
Bridges Idaho hosted a Prepare Now meeting with representatives from a variety of groups in Pocatello to discuss the current political situation and what we can do to protect ourselves and other members of our community.
Bridges Idaho helps obtain and furnish homes for refugees from Ukraine, Afghanistan, and other countries here in Pocatello.