Bridge Family Ministries
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Bridge Family Ministries exists to strengthen and support foster families, foster youth, and the broader foster care community in Middle Tennessee by providing relational, emotional, practical, and spiritual support. The organization works to reduce foster family burnout, promote stability for children in foster care, and build a supportive community through mentorship, fellowship programs, resource support, and events that encourage healthy relationships and long-term family success.
- Income
- $63,340
- Spending
- $58,460
- Reserves
- 4.1 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (3)
- $10,000 spent. Bridge Family Ministries coordinates and provides respite care for foster families who need short-term support during times of stress, illness, or scheduling conflicts. This program allows foster parents to receive temporary relief while ensuring children remain in a safe and supportive environment. Respite services help prevent caregiver burnout and reduce the risk of placement disruptions for children in foster care. The program provides support for approximately 1530 foster youth each month, depending on family needs and available volunteer caregivers.
- $15,000 spent. Bridge Family Ministries provides mentorship, fellowship, and life-skills development opportunities for teenagers in foster care through the Bridge Teens program. Monthly group gatherings, smaller outings, and one-on-one relational support create a safe and encouraging community where youth can build healthy relationships and develop confidence for adulthood. Activities include service projects, cooking events, life-skills discussions, academic support, and mentorship conversations. The program serves approximately 75 foster youth each month through regular gatherings and an additional 1215 youth through individual outings and ongoing mentorship support, reaching an estimated 1200 youth throughout the year in varying capacities.
- $15,000 spent. Bridge Family Ministries provides practical support and community-building opportunities for foster families throughout Middle Tennessee. Programs include resource distribution, encouragement events, and family-focused gatherings designed to strengthen relationships and reduce foster family burnout. A key component of this program is monthly Parents Night Out events, which provide safe childcare and community support for foster parents while children participate in supervised activities. These programs serve approximately 7590 children each month, helping foster families maintain stability and continue caring for vulnerable children long-term. In addition this program also provides meals for foster families in crisis situations, gifts for youth on birthdays and other holidays.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated November 6, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.
On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.
Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2025.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since June 2024.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated November 4, 2026.
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