Bridge Builder Awards 2026

May 30, 2026

An evening of celebration, impact, and community.

An unforgettable evening where hearts united, stories inspired, and bridges were built.On May 30, our community gathered in Holyoke, Massachusetts, to celebrate those who dedicate their lives to healing, empowering, and inspiring others.

The third Bridge Builder award ceremony was more than just an event: it was a reminder that together we create change.

About Crossing Bridges

Crossing Bridges was born from a simple yet powerful idea: connecting dreams with opportunities, people with resources, and hearts with hope.Our mission is to create culturally safe spaces where marginalized and multicultural communities can access the tools they need to heal, grow, and achieve stability.

Through gatherings like this celebration, we continue to give a voice to different people, building bridges of understanding and strengthening the spirit of community.

Enjoy the event

Message from the founder

True transformation begins when we build bridges together.

Veronica Garcia

Founder and President

I've looked into the eyes of women who survived the unimaginable, and what I saw wasn't weakness, but a strength that simply had never found the right ground to grow. That's the heartbeat of Crossing Bridges.

Every woman, regardless of where she was born, the language in which her story is told, or how little she has received, deserves more than just surviving. She deserves to thrive. We are here for the moments no one else sees: economic fear, emotional exhaustion, the invisible barriers built by culture and circumstances. Tonight is proof that this work matters.Every bridge we have built was built together, and there are many more to be built.Thank you for being with us. Thanks to you, no woman has to walk that path alone.

Honoring leaders who build bridges in our community

The 2026 Bridge Builder Award Ceremony is a special evening dedicated to honoring leaders, professionals, and changemakers who build bridges of hope, collaboration, and transformation in our communities. This inspiring event brings together individuals committed to promoting mental, emotional, spiritual, and financial well-being, while celebrating the impact of those who make a significant difference.

Pastor

Eli Serrano

Lucy sanchez

Doctor

Jesús D. Suárez

Testimonials

Previous events

Bridge Builder Award Celebration 2024

Bridge Builder Award Celebration 2025

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