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AW neighborhood bridges Christmas Assistance

As the holiday season approaches, we are looking for generous community members to “adopt” students in need. Your support will help ensure they have a joyful and meaningful holiday.

If you’re interested in participating please click on the link below. If you would like more information, please call or email Amy Barrett @ amy-anthonywayne@neighborhoodbridges.org or 419-261-4584. Thank you for helping us make a difference!

https://forms.gle/poQAiJNJFyqUN6yGA

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Food Gift Cards

Several of our AW families ares struggling with food insecurity. Please consider donating a $25 Kroger or Meijer giftcard to help these families during this difficult time. Giftcards may be dropped off at Waterville Community Church Attention AW neighborhood bridges; the Monclova Administrative Building or the VIllage of Whitehouse Administrative Building. Thank you for your consideration.

Infant Formula for Severe Food Allergies

We have a family in need who is struggling financially at this time, and could use any assistance with getting formula for their baby.
The baby requires specialized formula for severe food allergies and it can be a significant cost at this time for them. They would appreciate any support you can provide to them and they are so thankful for your kindness and generosity.

Formula Link Below
https://www.kroger.com/p/puramino-hypoallergenic-infant-drink-for-severe-food-allergies-baby-formula/0030087510480

JH Girl in need of Clothing

A junior high school girl is in need of clothing. If you would like to support this need, online donations or Gift cards for Amazon would be appreciated. If you choose to support through a giftcard donation please drop off at Waterville Community Church attention AW neighborhood bridges.

Help A Brave Mother Secure Permanent Freedom and Safety for Her Four Children

A courageous mother of five has taken the monumental, dangerous step of escaping a severe abusive situation. Now, she faces her next fight: securing a safe and stable future for her family.

Four of her children are involved in a critical custody case; three of them attend Anthony Wayne (AW) schools.

While our community has connected her with immediate support, she is now struggling under the overwhelming financial burden of critical legal fees. These fees are the final hurdle to navigating the court system and finalizing her family's safety and protection.

Your donation is the key to securing this family's freedom.

Every dollar will directly fund the legal representation she needs to protect her children and permanently close the door on the abuse.

Please donate today. Any amount is welcome and appreciated.
Your generosity isn't just funding a case; it's funding a fresh start, ensuring this brave mother can give her children the safe, peaceful future they deserve.

Urgent Car Repairs for a Single Mother

Plea for Support: Urgent Car Repairs for a Single Mother

We are reaching out to ask for your support to help a single mother cover essential car repairs.

For this dedicated mother, her car isn't a luxury—it's the backbone of her family's stability. She relies on it daily to get to work and ensure her children can get to school and activities.

These necessary repairs are an unexpected expense that is far outside her monthly budget. Without them, the family's ability to function day-to-day will stop.

Please consider a monetary donation toward this critical need. Your support will immediately get this family back on the road, securing their employment and their children's education.

School Fees for two elementary students

Family who meets the reduced school lunch qualification, requests assistance with school fees for two elementary age students totaling $100 - as they do not qualify for a school fee waiver under the reduced lunch status.

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About Anthony Wayne

A pantry initiative dedicated to supporting Anthony Wayne (AW) students and families. Our mission is to fill essential needs not fully met by local food pantries, focusing specifically on staples and hygiene personal care items.

Our neighborhood bridges Anthony Wayne Steering Committee

Kevin Herman, Assistant Superintendent, Anthony Wayne Local Schools

Rebecca Schwan Sanford, Communications, Anthony Wayne Local Schools

Mary Duncan, Member, Waterville City Council

Terri Massucci, Community Events, City of Waterville

Michelle Smith, Waterville Chamber of Commerce

Kathleen Kuhns, Monclova Township

Mike O'Shea, Waterville Community Church

Jennifer Carroll, Cedar Creek Church

Alyson Zdunczyk, Director of Development, Anthony Wayne Youth Foundation

Taylor Kervin, Executive Director, Anthony Wayne Youth Foundation

Pam Brint, Former member Anthony Wayne Board of Education, community member, business owner

Jeff Baden, Anthony Wayne Board of Education, neighborhood bridges delivery team

Lindsay Hoipkemier, AW Board of Education

Jamie Smetzer, AW Education Foundation

Crystal Tollstam, YMCA

Trey Tollstam, AW Athletics Board

Jen Gruber, Ridge Builders

Zak Welmer, AW Area Chamber

Rebekah Hrcka, Social Worker, Anthony Wayne Local Schools

Anne Stevens, Area Director, neighborhood bridges Anthony Wayne

Amy Barrett, Area Director, neighborhood bridges Anthony Wayne

Contact Us

anthonywayne@neighborhoodbridges.org