Footbridge For Families

Description

Footbridge is a Pittsburgh-based, 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides one-of-a-kind rapid support and service coordination for individuals and families facing financial crises which have no other solution.

The financial crises that we resolve through payment to third-party vendors are modestly priced and have the potential to cost tens of thousands of dollars if unresolved. By addressing these crises, we reduce household stress, divert individuals and families from expensive human service systems and promote intergenerational health and wellbeing.

Despite the existence of numerous government programs and non-profits that attempt to support basic needs, there are none that fill in the many unique gaps that exist and do so in a matter of hours. Without Footbridge, individuals and families often must live through the consequences of eviction, utility shut offs, losing a job if transportation cannot be resolved, or foregoing important medical appointments and services. Child welfare is often pulled in when these consequences manifest as physical neglect of a child or children.

Our process is incredibly easy for families. We have a commitment to reaching out within 24 business hours of every referral and make payments as expeditiously as needed. Indeed, we have handled child welfare cases in three hours, open to close. Families only need a phone with which to answer our call. Payments go to third party vendors.