Media

Together, we are making an impact.

We have had the pleasure of sharing Bridging the Gap with the community across multiple platforms. Below, you can learn more about our work from our therapist partners, board members, therapy participants, and community supporters.

May 12, 2024

Words from Our Therapists

Our dedicated therapists are key to our CAREBridges programming. In addition to their experience and expertise, they also have a shared commitment to our mission and vision. Hear more about their passion and work with Bridging the Gap in this video.

May 7, 2024

Male Testimonial About Therapy

Bridging the Gap helps to support those in the community who need mental health services by connecting them with our therapist partners and providing financial support for services. In this video, we hear from Kendrick, a young Black male who benefitted from our program, and his experience with therapy.

February 24, 2024

3rd Annual Masquerade Gala

The Masquerade Gala is our annual, Mardi Gras themed event. We have a great time, but perhaps most importantly, our generous attendees help to fund each year's community programming. This video provides an overview and inside look into this gathering.

October 2, 2023

1st Annual Bridging the Gap Walk

It's not how far we walk at BTGWalk, but how far we've come to removing the barriers to accessing mental health treatment options that count. BTGWalk 2023 and its193 participants represented the initial step toward powerful change on the local mental health landscape.

April 16, 2023

Black Men Don't...

We went to Klyde Warren Park in Dallas and asked the community to finish the sentence "Black Men Don't..." and elaborate on their perceptions related to Black Men's Mental Health. Their answers highlight the importance of the work of the Bridging the Gap Foundation.

March 5, 2023

2nd Annual Masquerade Gala Interviews

The Annual Mardis Gras Gala is one of our cornerstone events. This video showcases the 2023 attendees' shared enthusiasm and commitment to our mission. Hear from our therapist partners, board members, funding recipients, and community supporters.

August 5, 2022

Family Testimonial About Therapy

Bridging the Gap helps to support those in the community who need mental health services by connecting them with our therapist partners and providing financial support for services. This inspiring family discusses their journey with Bridging the Gap and emphasizes the importance of mental healthcare.

February 2022

Highlights from the 1st Annual Mardi Gras Masquerade Gala

The Annual Mardi Gras Masquerade Gala is our cornerstone event where we raise funds for our programming and celebrate our work--and we have a good time. This reel showcases highlights from the inaugural gala.

September 15, 2020

Self-Care Awareness

For the Bridging the Gap Foundation, this work is personal. In this video, BTGF Co-Founder and Mental Health Advocate Patrick LeBlanc and Media Personality and Project 16 Founder Jade "Lady Jade" Burrowes talk about the importance of self-care and addressing mental health.

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At Bridging the Gap Foundation, we’re committed to making mental health services more accessible to the communities we serve. If you or someone you know is in need of support, you’ve come to the right place.

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