Bridge Teen Center Offers Community Service Event During Spring Break

ORLAND PARK, IL — The Bridge Teen Center and The Bridge Thrift Store have provided hundreds of community service hours for local teens, and this spring break a special initiative is providing even more service opportunities for teens. A special community service event is scheduled for Thursday March 27 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at The Bridge Teen Center, located at 15555 S. 71st St. in Orland Park. The event is free, but high school students must sign up in advance to serve.

“This a great opportunity to gain some serious momentum on your community service hours,” said Kelsey Salto, Volunteer Coordinator at The Bridge Teen Center. “This event is only for high school students so it’s the perfect opportunity to give back alongside friends and meet some new people while volunteering.”

Volunteers will serve at The Bridge Teen Center in support of their sister organization, The Bridge Thrift Store. The Bridge Thrift Store financially supports the free programs and events offered to thousands of suburban teens at the Teen Center. Students will serve by sorting, cleaning and stocking thrift store donations. If needed, community service letters will be issued to verify service hours.

This event is open to all high school students. Advance sign-up is required. To secure a spot students can visit www.thebridgeteencenter.org or call 708.532.0500.

The Bridge Teen Center is a nationally-recognized nonprofit community center that is designed around the needs and interests of teens in the suburbs, providing free afterschool programs and a safe environment for Friday night entertainment. Over 13,500+ different students from 128 different communities have been served by The Bridge since 2010. All teen programs and events are free of charge with funding coming from individuals, businesses, and foundations in the community. For more information about The Bridge Teen Center or to get involved, visit thebridgeteencenter.org or call 708.532.0500.