Who we are

Bridge of Love (BOL) is a nonprofit organization founded in 2020, serving families through education, mentorship, and community support. We provide nurturing learning environments, educational resources, mentorship, and basic needs that empower individuals and families to thrive.

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Mission Statement 

We are in a mission to transform how education is viewed and experienced in Mexican communities, guiding students to envision themselves as educated, confident and capable citizens.

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What we Believe

Every student has unique gifts and potential, and with guidance, encouragement and resources, they can thrive academically, emotionally and spiritually. Together we can give students the tools and support they need to succeed.

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Challenges

One of the biggest educational challenges in Tijuana is high school dropout rates and limited access to quality education, especially among children from low-income or vulnerable families. Here’s a breakdown:

High Dropout Rates

• Many students leave school before completing secondary education, often due to:

  • Economic pressure to work and support their family

  • Long commutes or lack of safe transportation

  • Limited resources at home for study or tutoring

 

Data point

• According to INEGI and Mexican education studies, around 20–30% of students do not finish secondary school in some marginalized areas of Tijuana.

Limited Access to Quality Education

• Public schools in certain neighborhoods are overcrowded or under-resourced.

• There is a shortage of extracurricular programs, tutoring, and enrichment activities, which are crucial for holistic development.

Vulnerable Populations

• Children affected by poverty, domestic violence, migration, or family instability face extra barriers.

• Without interventions, these students risk falling behind academically and socially.

Language & Integration Challenges

• Many schools have children from indigenous or migrant backgrounds, facing language barriers or a lack of support to integrate effectively.

Connection to Bridge of Love
This is exactly where Bridge of Love steps in:

• After-school tutoring and homework help

• Transportation to and from school, especially long distance one

• Credit Recovery elementary through high school

• Parenting workshops to strengthen family support

• Spiritual education and Life-skills mentoring

• Social-emotional learning to help children stay engaged in school

• Therapy and counseling sessions

• Food and clothes pantries

• Safe homes for families going through domestic violence