BRIDGES unites and inspires young people to become confident and courageous leaders committed to community transformation. This page is your one-stop shop for all applications and forms for our programs.
Bridge Builders Program Applications
Summer & Year-Round Leadership
- Get ready for an awesome journey if you're in grades 7-12!
- We kick off with a cool 5-day summer leadership camp.
- You'll make friends and grow as a leader all year long.
Year-Round Commitment
- Complete 1 Community Action, 1 Elective, and 1 Training credit each semester.
- During fall and spring, earn credits by doing stuff you love.
- You need 6 credits by April 2024. Join as many fun activities as you want!
Learn More about Bridge Builders Summer Leadership Conference
Collaborate Applications for 2025-2026 school year are open!
EARLY APPLICATION DEADLINE: MARCH 31, 2025
APPLICATION DEADLINE: APRIL 14, 2025
Contact recruitment@bridgesusa.org if you have any questions about summer conference for 2025-26 programming year.
Youth Councils and Boards
Discover youth leadership opportunities across Memphis. Some require you to be or become a Bridge Builder, but others are open to all local youth.
Click here to learn more
Click here to apply now
Scholarships
Find your place at BRIDGES and apply for the scholarship opportunities below:
Community Foundation Scholarship Opportunities
QuestBridge College Prep Scholars Program
Thurgood Marshall College Fund | Nike HBCU Scholarship
