About Us

Twentieth Birthday

Posted on July 11, 2010 9:03 AM

by Grainger Marburg, Executive Director

Article ImageAnniversaries and reunions can be powerful events.  They have the potential to engender strong emotions and catapult us to the past.  They are also opportunities to reflect on where we are now and where we hope to be in the future.  Though I have only been with Peninsula Bridge for five years, I have become part of a rich mosaic of individuals that has spanned twenty years.  A lot can change in that time.  Twenty years ago at Peninsula Bridge's inception, Germany became a united country, Nelson Mandela was freed after 27 years in prison, and the internet became a global phenomenon.  Peninsula Bridge itself has evolved, expanding to 7 sites and currently serving 300 students this summer. Some things can also stay the same, such as the enduring commitment to our mission that so many folks have demonstrated over the years.  

Such was the feeling I had at our recent board reception and alumni reunion.  I was touched by the number and range of people - from founders, funders, board members, students and parents - who have continued to champion our work and tackle the opportunity and achievement gaps.  It is emotionally powerful to stop for a moment and reflect on the impact Peninsula Bridge has had on over 4,000 students and their families.  It was also an opportunity to think about the next twenty years and our commitment to opening doors, building confidence, and making dreams a reality for our current and future students and families.