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He who does not show mercy to our young or show esteem for our elders is not one of us. (Sahih Al-Bukhari)

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BRIDGES: Nurturing Faith, Family, and Community

B.R.I.D.G.E.S, short for “Building Relationships Thru Islamic Discipline & Guidance Educating Society,” has been in Stoddard Terrace since 2015.
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Brother Omar: Cultivating Youth and Community

In 1992, Brother Omar began hosting weekly gatherings for at-risk youth at 228 37th Pl. in the DMV area. This Halaqa, open to all, imparted essential Islamic…
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Continuing the Legacy: Empowering Communities Together

As a continuation of this long legacy passed down by OUR parents and the examples they showed us, as well as the direct lessons learned from Brother Omar Abdus Sabour, the founder…
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Literacy Lifeline​

BOOKS & BREAKFAST. We believe that everyone deserves access to education and basic necessities like food. That’s why we run a program that provides breakfast…
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Spiritual Gatherings​

WEEKLY HALAQAH (Faith based Classes & Discussion along with Prayer)

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Prayer for Change​

POP UP SALAH/Prayer (Engaging the community in prayer and mentorship to develop solutions to stop violence and effect sustainable change)

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Thursday Gratitude Outreach​

THANKFUL THURSDAYS (Giving back to the community in the form of food, coat clothing drives.)
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Youth Barber Initiative​

COMMUNITY CUTS (Providing free haircuts for the youth)

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Monthly FAST3D Challenge​

FAST 3 DAYS (FAST3D monthly fasting program)

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Capturing Peace Initiative​

SHOOT PICTURES NOT GUNS (promoting peace and nonviolence through alternative activities)
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Incarceration Redemption Program​

PRISON MINISTRY (provide Islamic classes, materials, and consultation for inmates as well as staff as needed; help with reentry and connecting Muslim inmates with larger community upon release)
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Driving Positive Change in DMV Communities​

OUR GOAL IS TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE within the DMV area communities SERVE AS A POSITIVE EXAMPLE to those in the community, and to be a VEHICLE OF SUCCESSFUL CHANGE …

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BRIDGES: Nurturing Faith, Family, and Community

  • B.R.I.D.G.E.S, short for "Building Relationships Thru Islamic Discipline & Guidance Educating Society," has been in Stoddard Terrace since 2015. Founded in the 1970s, Brother Omar and Sister Kemba embraced Islam and became pillars of their community. They raised 12 children and actively engaged in neighborhood cleanups, cared for the sick and elderly, and mentored local youth. Brother Omar's dedication extended to helping those caught in drug addiction, making their community safer during challenging times.
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Brother Omar: Cultivating Youth and Community

  • In 1992, Brother Omar began hosting weekly gatherings for at-risk youth at 228 37th Pl. in the DMV area. This Halaqa, open to all, imparted essential Islamic principles like respect for parents, neighbors, and community cleanliness. It covered various subjects, from social skills to relationship counseling, often featuring guest scholars and community elders. Brother Omar encouraged students to take leadership roles, emphasizing community building, brotherhood, and sisterhood, all rooted in service to others. He instilled values of honesty, courage, accountability, cleanliness, and good manners, forging a legacy we at B.R.I.D.G.E.S are committed to continuing and sharing with others.
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Continuing the Legacy: Empowering Communities Together

  • As a continuation of this long legacy passed down by OUR parents and the examples they showed us, as well as the direct lessons learned from Brother Omar Abdus Sabour, the founder and catalyst of B.R.I.D.G.E.S, we strive to make effective and positive change by Building Relationships thru Islamic Discipline Guidance Educating Society. We have an Open-Door policy to Muslims and Non-Muslims alike. We offer programs to help with the improvement and empowerment of the communities we serve.
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Literacy Lifeline​

  • BOOKS & BREAKFAST. We believe that everyone deserves access to education and basic necessities like food. That’s why we run a program that provides breakfast and books to those in need. We know that poverty and illiteracy are often linked, and we want to help break that cycle. By providing breakfast and books, we hope to give people the tools they need to succeed.
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Spiritual Gatherings​

  • WEEKLY HALAQAH (Faith based Classes & Discussion along with Prayer)
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Prayer for Change​

  • POP UP SALAH/Prayer (Engaging the community in prayer and mentorship to develop solutions to stop violence and effect sustainable change)
Close

Thursday Gratitude Outreach​

  • THANKFUL THURSDAYS (Giving back to the community in the form of food, coat clothing drives.)
Close

Youth Barber Initiative

  • COMMUNITY CUTS (Providing free haircuts for the youth)
Close

Monthly FAST3D Challenge​

  • FAST 3 DAYS (FAST3D monthly fasting program)
Close

Capturing Peace Initiative​

  • SHOOT PICTURES NOT GUNS (promoting peace and nonviolence through alternative activities)
Close

Incarceration Redemption Program​

  • PRISON MINISTRY (provide Islamic classes, materials, and consultation for inmates as well as staff as needed; help with reentry and connecting Muslim inmates with larger community upon release)
Close

Driving Positive Change in DMV Communities​

  • OUR GOAL IS TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE within the DMV area communities, SERVE AS A POSITIVE EXAMPLE to those in the community, and to be a VEHICLE OF SUCCESSFUL CHANGE, that will usher in a day of Peace in our communities. Through our programs, mentorship, positive examples & Leadership, we will be, with Allah's, the vehicle of change.