Rebuilding, Restoring, Renewing Space and People
Building the Bridge
(BTB)
But let justice roll on like a river, righteousness like a neverfailing stream! (Amos 5:24)
Mission Statement
To remove the walls that stand between generation to generation, people to people, country to country and build a single unified community in Love.
Building the Bridge to a Stronger Syracuse
Core Values
Rebuild
broken homes and communities
Restore
the lost potential of people
Renew
spirit and life with enduring true Love
Housing as a Foundation for Growth
We believe that stable housing is the essential first step toward a productive life. When families have a secure place to call home, they gain the opportunity to focus on their work, their education, and their future. Our vision is to develop sustainable housing that allows our neighbors to establish strong roots in the Syracuse community.
From House to Home
A house becomes a home when the people living there feel a sense of ownership and responsibility for their environment. We aim to foster a deep sense of belonging that encourages residents to become active, productive neighbors who are invested in their surroundings. By creating safe and stable housing conditions, we build a bridge toward long-term community engagement and shared pride.
A Neighborhood-First Approach
Our work is anchored in Syracuse’s Northside, a community that has welcomed over 10,000 refugees in the last decade. We work to ensure that older, under-resourced housing becomes a stable foundation for this growing community.
Our Local Impact:
- Reducing Blight: Decreasing the number of abandoned properties and vacant lots.
- Improving Curb Appeal: Creating cleaner, safer streets through shared pride.
- Building Social Trust: Strengthening the bond between neighbors and property owners.
Sustainable Pathways
The ultimate goal of our work is to see families move from a state of survival to a state of thriving. We provide the stability and mentorship needed for residents to become permanent stakeholders in the Syracuse community.
The Path to Ownership: We support our neighbors as they navigate the transition from unstable housing toward the dream of long-term homeownership. Through our partnership, residents master the skills of home management and are ready to own, maintain, and preserve their homes for the next generation.
Establishing Stability
Families find a safe, stable environment to call home, allowing them to focus on their work and future.
Mastering the Home
Residents partner with us to learn the practical skills and maintenance habits needed to manage their living space.
Building a Legacy
Empowered with knowledge, neighbors move toward homeownership and become permanent anchors in the community.