Volunteers and donors gathered in April for recognition events held April 11 in Knoxville and April 23 in Chattanooga.
Knoxville appreciation event was hosted by First Presbyterian Church. Volunteer Brian Notess created a video featuring Pablo, Dilfa and Santiago from Colombia. Ian Bicko, volunteer manager at Bridge’s Knoxville office, awarded volunteers who had gone above and beyond. Guests enjoyed food provided through sponsorship by Strata-G and Pilot Corp. Bridge board member Ambassador Margaret Scobey speaking with Development Director, Larisa Brass. Volunteer Sue Sain speaking at Knoxville volunteer/donor event. 
Thanks in many languages, Chattanooga. Event hosted by St. Paul Episcopal Church, Chattanooga Volunteers mingle at Chattanooga event. Bridge Chattanooga Director thanks volunteers and donors at luncheon. Attendee reads newsletter at Chattanooga event. Jinan’s Kitchen, founded by former refugee and Bridge board member Abdulwahhab Alabid provided catering. Jinan’s Kitchen, founded by former refugee and Bridge board member Abdulwahhab Alabid provided catering. Chattanooga volunteer manager Hannah Mask addresses guests. Volunteers and refugees spoke at the Chattanooga event. Group pic at the Chattanooga event. Bridge Board Chair Martin Lester and Executive Director Drocella Mugorewera attended the event.
