Bridge to Hope: Education to Leave Poverty, Not Just Welfare

New Participants

Students / new participants: Start here if you are a current First-to-Work (FTW) participant referred to Bridge to Hope (BTH).

FTW Case Managers

FTW case managers: click here to complete the participation verification form for a referred BTH student.

FTW | Case Manager

BTH Campus Contacts

Finished the BTH New Participant Form? Find your BTH campus contact and reach out by email or phone for next steps.

BTH Campus Contacts

Current participants can go to monthly FTW forms and PDF help.

Eligibility & FAQs

Find answers to common questions about eligibility, TANF, FTW, and work hours.

Eligibility & FAQs

About Bridge to Hope

Learn more about the program, its purpose, history, and photos.

About Bridge to Hope

Student Voices & Advocacy

Inspiration: Read student stories, reflections, and advocacy highlights from BTH participants.

Student Voices

Support and Resources

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Support Bridge to Hope

Contributions help support Bridge to Hope鈥檚 mission of expanding college access, student success, and long-term economic self-sufficiency for First-to-Work participating students and families.

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Student Parent Support

Student parents may find additional support through 糖心视频 M膩noa, Kapi驶olani CC, and Leeward CC programs.

View Student Parent Support

Student Loan Information

The U.S. Department of Education offers income-driven repayment information for student loans.

Contact Bridge to Hope or find your BTH Campus Contact for more support.

Follow Bridge to Hope

Stay connected with Bridge to Hope updates, student stories, and program information.

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Bridge to Hope Statewide Coordinator
Derek Galanto
2600 Campus Road | Honolulu, HI 96822 | QLCSS 211
(808) 956-9313 | bth@hawaii.edu
Last Modified: June 2026