Emily
Rollins, Executive Director, is a native of the Tioga/Nicetown area. In the 1960’s, she witnessed
corporations, small businesses, and educational services leave her
neighborhood. These essential services were replaced by violence, drugs, and
crime. Emily started Bridgeway Inc. out of her home on 1722West Ontario
Street. For the past 35 years. Bridgeway has served over 5,000 people a year
from that very doorstep. Bridgeway provides food, transitional housing,
educational & cultural programs to this underserved community. The people of
this community come to Bridgeway for help, at 82 years old, Emily still answers
the door and answers the call to serve her community.
Yvonne Hughes, Deputy Director, is an ordained minister and President of SCOPE Education Services.
Staff: Clayton 'Wakeel' Morrison, V. President
Alicia R. Lopez, Adm. Secretary
Walter Lucas, Office Mgr.
A large group of dedicated volunteers makes it possible for Emily and Yvonne to operate Bridgeway day-to-day by giving an average of 15 hours of their time each week. If you are interested in volunteering at Bridgeway, please Contact Us.
