About Bridge Niagara Foundation
Local leadership focused on dignity, access, and community trust
Bridge Niagara Foundation is a Niagara Falls nonprofit led by local board members and volunteers. The foundation connects families with practical support, builds partnerships across neighborhoods, and creates programs that respond to real community needs.
Our Story
Built locally
Bridge Niagara Foundation began as a grassroots effort by Anas Mangla and fellow community leaders to bridge cultural and economic gaps in Niagara Falls.
Our Mission
Practical support
To provide vital resources and opportunities to families in need, empower individuals to thrive, and strengthen the Niagara Falls community.
Our Vision
A stronger city
A vibrant, resilient Niagara Falls where every individual has access to the resources, support, and opportunities they need to flourish.
How we work
Practical, local, and partner-driven
The foundation keeps its work focused on clear community needs, reliable volunteer coordination, and partnerships that make support easier for families to access.
Listen first
Programs are shaped by what families, schools, and local partners identify as useful.
Serve respectfully
Outreach is organized around dignity, clear communication, and welcoming support.
Coordinate well
Volunteers, donors, and board members work from organized roles and shared priorities.
Build trust
Bridge Niagara focuses on consistent follow-through, transparent stewardship, and durable relationships.
Board of Directors
Leadership
Local volunteers, officers, and advisors helping keep community programs organized, accountable, and ready for high-demand outreach events.
Anas Mangla
Chairperson
Founder and community advocate focused on building partnerships and practical support for Niagara Falls families.
Nasreen Akhtar
Vice Chair
Supports community outreach, family engagement, and culturally connected service.
Jennifer Mundy
Treasurer
Helps steward resources and strengthen transparent support for programs and events.
Ann Enger
Secretary
Supports board coordination, records, and organized communication for foundation work.
Mohammad Ali
Member
Supports local outreach, volunteer service, and practical community support for Niagara Falls families.
Ann Ditto
Member
Helps advance local partnerships and volunteer-centered community support.
Traci McNamara Dzialak
Member
Supports service planning, community connection, and event readiness.
Andrea Klyczek
Member
Contributes leadership, local insight, and support for community-facing programs.
Jaimi Stapf
Member
Contributes community perspective, volunteer support, and local program guidance.