Participating Community Partners
To assist in the identification and eligibility determination of potential members, Kaiser Permanente partners with local organizations, schools and workforce development agencies. All community partners provide valuable services to their clients and students to guide them with next steps beyond the Kaiser Permanente Bridge Program. In order to qualify for the Bridge Program, those interested in applying must be actively enrolled with a participating community partner along with additional eligibility criteria.
Interested in becoming a community partner? We are no longer accepting applications for the 2025 Enrollment Period. Please complete and submit the Bridge Program Community Partner Application by Wednesday, April 30, 2025 to be considered for the 2026 Enrollment Period.
Below is a list of our participating community partners, their contact information, and information about the services they provide. If you are interested in applying for the Bridge Program, please contact the community partner. No enrollment is done directly through Kaiser Permanente.
Atlanta Children’s Shelter
607 Peachtree Street, NE
Atlanta, GA 30308
Phone: (404) 892-3713
Website: www.acsatl.org
The Atlanta Children’s Shelter is dedicated to helping families overcome the issues that contribute to homelessness, including domestic violence and job loss. The organization provides a total family service model exclusively to homeless families with young children under the age of 5. The focus is on the long-term self-sufficiency of the family through job skills training, emotional support, and child care.
Atlanta Community Food Bank
3400 North Desert Drive,
Atlanta, GA 30344
Phone: (678) 553-5900
Website: www.acfb.org
The Atlanta Community Food Bank sources food for pantries to distribute. They also do direct food distribution (off site at our Community Food Centers) and direct application assistance for SNAP and Medical Assistance.
Center for Black Women’s Wellness
477 Windsor Street, SW
Suite 309
Atlanta, GA, 30312
Phone: (404) 688-9202 ext. 110
Website: www.cbww.org
The mission of the Center for Black Women’s Wellness (CBWW) is to improve the health and well-being of underserved Black women and their families. CBWW serves women, men, and children throughout Metropolitan Atlanta through a host of programs and services aimed at optimizing health, strengthening families and communities, and advancing health equity.
Chattahoochee Technical College
5198 Ross Road, SE
Acworth, GA, 30102
Phone: (770) 975-4152
Website: www.chattahoocheetech.edu
(serves all CTC campuses)
The Bridge Program is open only to students who reside in counties served by Kaiser Permanente and meet program eligibility requirements. The student must be affiliated with Chattahoochee Technical College at the time of application to the KP Bridge program with anticipated, continued enrollment until goal completion. Students must attend a one-on-one, virtual, or group application session. All information must be reviewed by qualified CTC staff prior to application submission.
Clayton State University
2000 Clayton State Boulevard
Morrow, GA 30260
Phone: (678) 466-4901
Website: www.clayton.edu
The Bridge Program is open only to undergraduate students who reside in counties served by Kaiser Permanente, meet program eligibility requirements, and are enrolled in one of the following programs:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (accepted into the nursing program, not pre-nursing students)
- Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene (accepted into the dental hygiene program, not pre-dental hygiene students)
- Bachelor of Science in Health Care Management
- Bachelor of Science in Health and Fitness Management
East Lake Healthy Connections
275 Eva Davis Way
Atlanta GA 30317
Phone: (404) 370-5647
Website: eastlakefoundation.org
East Lake Healthy Connections is a program of the East Lake Family YMCA. Healthy Connections has a team of Family Health Advocates whose mission is to promote increased education and access to primary and preventive health care services to the residents and students in the East Lake community. The Family Health Advocates seek to enroll all eligible adults and children in an insurance plan, help everyone identify and establish a medical home, teach proper ways to use a medical home to increase overall health, and provide education about chronic conditions such as asthma, diabetes, and hypertension. Healthy Connections offers the following programs: chronic disease prevention and management; healthy eating and physical activity; weekly food distribution; stress management; family planning service guidance; 504/IEP support; and housing resources (utility assistance in DeKalb County).
First African Community Development Corporation
3261 Panola Road
Stonecrest, GA 30035
Kaiser Phone: (470) 210-0921
Office Phone: (404) 990-3451
Website: www.firstafricancdc.org
First Africa Community Development Corporation (FACDC) is a non-profit providing food pantry services and furnishing home services to residents throughout metro Atlanta. FACDC distributes over 2 million pounds of food each year through numerous food drives. In partnership with Furniture Bank of Metro Atlanta, FACDC provides clients free furniture and household goods.
Georgia Organics
200 Ottley Drive, NE
Suite A
Atlanta, Georgia 30324
Phone: (678) 702-0400
Website: www.georgiaorganics.org
Georgia Organics is a member-supported, non-profit organization with the mission of investing in organic farmers for the health of our communities and the land. The organization champions organic agriculture and healthy families by prioritizing farmer prosperity, engaging children with good food in their cafeterias and classrooms, and convening local leaders to address food access issues by making organic and local food accessible to all.
Georgia State University
P.O. Box 3995
Atlanta GA, 30302 – 3995
Phone: (404) 413-1000
Website: lewis.gsu.edu
The Bridge Program is open only to students who reside in counties served by Kaiser Permanente, meet program eligibility requirements, and are enrolled in the Byrdine F. Lewis College of Nursing and Health Professions in one of the following programs:
- Nursing*
- Nutrition*
- Respiratory Therapy*
- Physical Therapy
- Social Work
- Public Health
- Health Informatics
- Health Sciences
*Pre-majors in Nursing, Nutrition and Respiratory Therapy are not eligible to apply.
Georgia State University Perimeter College
555 North Indian Creek Drive
Clarkston, GA 30021
Phone: (678) 230-9198
Website: Associate of Science in Nursing – Perimeter College
The Bridge Program is open to Nursing and Dental Hygiene students who reside in counties served by Kaiser Permanente and meet program eligibility requirements.
Goodwill of North Georgia
2201 Lawrenceville Hwy
Suite 300
Decatur, GA 30033
Main Phone: (404) 420-9900
Website: www.goodwillng.org
Goodwill of North Georgia works with over 5,000 employers to connect job seekers with jobs in industries such as healthcare, transportation, logistics, technology and more. Through their career centers they can give job-seeking individuals the edge to not just find any job, but one that offers sustainable, working to middle class wages.
Gwinnett Technical College WIOA
5150 Sugarloaf Parkway
Building 100
Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Phone: (678) 226-6664
Website: www.gwinnetttech.edu
Students currently enrolled at Gwinnett Technical College who meet the program eligibility guidelines can apply through the Gwinnett Tech WIOA Office.
Multi-Agency Alliance for Children, Inc. (MAAC)
229 Peachtree Street NE
Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30303
Phone: (404) 880-9323
Website: www.maac4kids.org
MAAC is a nonprofit with multiple programs that assist youths in foster care throughout the state of Georgia.
New Life Community Alliance
3592 Flat Shoals Road
Decatur, GA 30034
Phone: (404) 381-6731
Website: www.nlca-atl.org
New Life Community Alliance exists to erase the legacy of poverty in South DeKalb neighborhoods and revitalize them into thriving, safe, and economically prosperous communities for new and legacy residents.
Nicholas House
830 Boulevard, SE
Atlanta, GA 30312
Phone: (404) 622-0793
Website: nicholashouse.org
Nicholas House’s mission is to make it unlikely that a family will ever experience homelessness in Atlanta. But until that happens, when families do lose their home, we ensure that their time experiencing homelessness will be very brief and that they will be given tools and assistance so that they are not at risk of homelessness again.
North Fulton Community Charities
11275 Elkins Road
Barbara Duffy Center
Roswell, GA 30076
Phone: (770) 640-0399
Website: nfcchelp.org
The mission of North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC) is to help ease hardship and foster financial stability in the community. NFCC serves the Fulton County portion of the following zip codes: 30004, 30005, 30009, 30022, 30024, 30075, 30076, and 30097. To receive assistance you must have an interview with a caseworker by appointment only. If you are interested in scheduling an appointment, visit https://nfcchelp.org/how-we-help/apply-for-help.
STRIVE Atlanta
236 Forsyth Street SW
Suite 502
Atlanta, GA 30303
Phone: (470) 297-1290
Website: www.strive.org
STRIVE Atlanta is a nonprofit workforce agency that provides pathways to life-changing careers and opportunities through comprehensive professional training, intensive personal support, and self-empowerment for those who face societal barriers to advancement.
Anyone can apply to STRIVE Atlanta’s Career Path program, which provides the opportunity to earn industry-recognized credentials in one of two pathways: Certified Logistics & Inventory Control or Office Admin Support.
Our program is completely free, and all STRIVE graduates receive lifetime support through our job placement, career advancement, and case management services and workshops.
WorkSource Cobb
463 Commerce Park Drive
Suite 100
Marietta, GA 30060
Phone: (770) 528-4300
Website: worksourcecobb.org
From a professional tech worker who’s been laid-off and needs a skill upgrade to a young high school drop-out searching for direction and a job, CobbWorks provides access to a system of employment and education services for the community. In an increasingly complex workforce and economy, people sometimes need guidance and assistance in managing their career development, particularly when challenged with unexpected events. CobbWorks provides workforce services that assist people in helping themselves and their families.
WorkSource DeKalb
774 Jordan Lane
Building #4
Decatur, GA 30033
Phone: (404) 687-3400
Website: www.worksourcedekalb.org
The Kaiser Bridge Program services are offered to customers who are active participants in an approved training program in the Employment and Training Adult and Youth Units. Customers are eligible to receive benefits upon acceptance into one of the acceptable training programs. Customers must maintain consistent attendance in the required activity and comply with meeting identified goals in the individuals employment plan.
Adamsville Regional Health Center
3700 Martin Luther King Jr. SW
Atlanta, GA 30331
Phone: (404) 613-6381
North Fulton Career Center
7741 Roswell Road
Suite 205
Sandy Springs, GA 30350
Phone: (404) 613-4480
South Fulton Career Center
5710 Stonewall Tell Road
Suite 160
College Park, GA 30349
Phone: (404) 613-6800
WorkSource Fulton is a free, federally funded program that helps put people to work. The program is designed to help people find the right job or career training at no cost. WorkSource Fulton provides the help you need to find the job you really want. They offer training and services in:
• Personal Career Counselors
• Job Readiness Workshops
• Access to our Career Resource Centers
• Assistance for the Application Process
• Explore In-Demand Occupations
• Explore Training Options
• Supportive Services
To learn more about their services, visit www.fultoncountyga.gov/worksource-fulton.
Cherokee Career Resource Center
Goodwill of North Georgia
9425 Hwy 92
Woodstock, Georgia 30188
Phone: (770) 771-0450
Clayton Career Resource Center
3000 Corporate Center Drive
Suite 350
Morrow, GA, 30260
Phone: (678) 271-3554
Douglas Career Resource Center
4655 Timber Ridge Drive
Douglasville, GA 30135
Phone: (770) 920-4104
Gwinnett Career Resource Center
3885 Crestwood Parkway
Suite 200
Duluth, GA 30096
Phone: (678) 268-6610
Rockdale Career Resource Center
1400 Parker Road
Lobby A
Conyers, GA 30013
Phone: (404) 468-0395
WorkSource Metro Atlanta is designed to provide personalized guidance for your unique situation and job skills. WorkSource has helped find meaningful jobs for a wide range of people with many different backgrounds. They will match your skills and interests to real companies ready to hire and can support your job training, transportation and child care needs. To learn more, visit to atlworks.org.
Year Up Greater Atlanta
Atlanta Metropolitan State College
1630 Metropolitan Parkway, SW
Atlanta, GA 30310
Phone: (470) 401-0315
Website: www.yearup.org
Year Up is committed to ensuring equitable access to economic opportunity, education, and justice for all young adults — no matter their background, income, or zip code. Employers face a growing need for talent while millions are left disconnected from the economic mainstream. These inequities only further perpetuate the Opportunity Divide that exists in our country — a divide that Year Up is determined and positioned to close. Year Up offers a variety of skills based job training pathways that match the expertise corporate partners are seeking for their talent pool. From IT and software development to business operations and sales & customer support, Year Up provides a broad range of job training pathways. Year Up is 100% tuition free, and you’ll receive the support, tools, and resources you’ll need to succeed in your desired career path regardless of your background, income, or zip code.
Zion Hill Community Development Corporation
2741 Bayard Street
East Point, GA 30344
Phone: (404) 766-3141
Website: www.zionhillcdc.org
Zion Hill Community Development Corporation is a nonprofit organization that focuses on building and reviving neighborhoods. The staff and volunteers work diligently every day to find better ways to build and expand the economic base, ensure educational opportunities, and encourage resident leadership in surrounding communities. Their mission is to eradicate homelessness and poverty in the Metropolitan Atlanta area, with a focus on South Fulton, through financial assistance, education, housing, and supportive services.