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 Application
Summer & Year-Round Leadership
- Get ready for an awesome journey if you're in rising grades 6-11!
- 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 fun and exciing events that work with your schedule.
- During fall and spring, earn credits by doing stuff you love.
Learn More about Bridge Builders Summer Leadership Conference
Collaborate Applications for 2026-2027 school year are open!
EARLY APPLICATION DEADLINE: Febuary 14, 2026
FINAL APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 15, 2026
Contact recruitment@bridgesusa.org if you have any questions about summer conference for 2026-27 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
