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The L.J. Bridge Foundation

We're Here to Help

If you or a family member is facing crisis, financial hardship, or needs support -- you are not alone. We respond within 24 hours.

If you are in immediate danger, call 911.

Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 (Press 1) | Text 838255 | Chat online

Who Is Eligible?

Our programs are available to veterans, their immediate family members, and grandchildren of veterans.

Veterans

  • Individuals who have served in any branch of the United States Armed Forces
  • Those who have been honorably or medically discharged
  • Active-duty service members may also qualify

Immediate Family

  • Spouses and domestic partners of veterans
  • Children (biological, adopted, or stepchildren) of veterans
  • Dependents currently living with or supported by a veteran

Grandchildren of Veterans

  • Grandchildren of veterans are also eligible for support
  • Verification of the veteran's service may be required
  • Education scholarship programs available

How Our Support Process Works

Three simple steps to getting the help you need.

Reach Out

Submit a Request for Support through our online form or call us directly. Share as much or as little as you are comfortable with.

Share Your Story

Our team reviews every request within 24 hours. We may reach out to learn more about your situation and determine the best path forward.

Get Support

We either provide direct assistance, connect you with trusted resources, or refer you to organizations best suited to help -- ensuring no one is left without guidance.

What We Can Help With

Our programs and resource network cover a wide range of needs for veterans and their families.

Financial Assistance

Rent, utilities, medical bills, and emergency expenses.

Housing & Shelter Resources

Emergency shelter, transitional housing, and rental assistance.

Mental Health & Crisis Support

Counseling referrals, crisis intervention, and peer support.

Employment & Education Support

Job training, placement assistance, scholarships, and GI Bill help.

Family Support

Resources for spouses, children, and caregivers of veterans.

Transportation & Food Assistance

Help with transportation needs and food assistance programs.

What to Expect

  • Your information is kept confidential and treated with respect.
  • We respond to every request within 24 hours.
  • If we cannot help directly, we will connect you with someone who can.
  • You will never be left without a direction or next step.
  • There is no judgment -- we exist because we have lived it.

If you are in immediate danger, call 911.

Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 (Press 1) | Text 838255 | Chat online

Ready to Request Support?

Take the first step. We respond within 24 hours and no one is ever left without guidance.