Bridges: Domestic & Sexual Violence Support

Kelly Mann was a young mother of 3 children in the Greater Nashua community who was taken from our community by her husband. In 2006, Kelly's daughters and friends formed a relationship with Bridges, and started the Kelly Mann Memorial Run/Walk, an annual fundraiser that raised over $300,000 for Bridges to provide free, confidential services to victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence. 

In 2023, honoring Kelly's legacy was reimagined. Kelly loved bettering herself through educational opportunities, making the creation of a scholarship fund in her name a natural next step. Through this fund, Kelly's memory and legacy will live on. Your generous NH Gives donation supports the longevity of the Kelly Mann Memorial Scholarship Fund! 

How it Works:

The Kelly Mann Memorial Scholarship Fund benefits individuals and/or their children who have experienced or been impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking in furthering their education and building self-sufficiency. Every year, the Kelly Mann Memorial Scholarship Fund will grant one award in an amount up to $2,500. Educational opportunities supported through scholarship include but are not limited to post-secondary education, trades, and licensing/certifications or assistance reducing indirect financial barriers to education (i.e. childcare, transportation, supplies.)

About Bridges: 

Bridges is here for people who need to talk, need information, & who feel alone, afraid, or overwhelmed 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Whether you’re looking for support for yourself, a family member, or your child, Bridges is here to help. Our advocates listen, offer support and resources, make referrals to other community organizations, and assist you in making the decisions that work best for you and your family. You can call our offices or 24-hour line, visit our website to chat, or stop by one of our offices during open hour. All services are free and confidential, and no appointment is necessary. To learn more about Bridges and how we support victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence, click here. 

Who We Are

Bridges is a nonprofit organization that provides free and confidential services to victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, teen dating violence, child sexual abuse, elder abuse, stalking, and harassment. We provide crisis intervention, emergency shelter, court advocacy, support groups, and education and outreach to both women and men.

Bridges is supported by the United Way and is a member of the New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence.