Breaking Bread, Building Hope
Breaking Bread, Building Hope gathers supporters, volunteers, community members, and business leaders to shine a light on how we can build pathways to stability and self-sufficiency. Each year, we focus on a foundational principle of Lifebridge’s work and enjoy an evening connecting with one another.
A Celebration of Community in Action
When a community crisis hits, Lifebridge takes action. From unexpected changes in social welfare policy to extreme weather events, Lifebridge is a flexible non-profit that acts quickly with the support of volunteers, donors, and other concerned citizens.
While government funding covers shelter beds and meals, it does not cover emergency needs. Your support ensures we have the resources and capacity to respond to crises throughout the year. At this year’s event, we’ll celebrate the North Shore community that keeps critical services available to vulnerable people when they matter most.
THE EVENING
Live Music · Light Bites · Community & Connection
Enjoy an informal evening at the historic Hawthorne Hotel and experience the impact of Lifebridge’s work across the North Shore.
Details & Registration
Thursday, November 12, 2026
5pm - 8pm
Hawthorne Hotel, 18 Washington Sq, Salem, MA
Tickets are now available!
Thank you to our sponsors!
Leader Sponsor:
Laura & Mike Tyrrell
Groom Construction
Partner Sponsor:
Jim Collett & Sylvia Klose
Janice & Ralph James
Anne & Jim Rybicki
The Lifebridge Backpack Program
Salem Five
Salem Hospital MGB
Friend Sponsor:
Institution for Savings
Johnson O'Connor Feron & Carucci LLP
TruNorth Bank
SV Design
Ally Sponsor:
Ryan Batter
Bernadette Butterfield
Virginia & Jay Coburn
Stefanie & Joe Conahan
Lyn & Alan Freeman
Paige Hamilton
Ingrid & Brian Nevins
Cape Ann Savings Bank
Christian Calvary Church
Friends of the Grace Center
GVW Inc. Construction
McLane Middleton
Prime Group Shetland Park
Rockland Trust
Past Events
Click on the events below to see full photo galleries and recaps.
2025: A Celebration of Community Meals
In this inaugural Breaking Bread event, the program featured a powerful message on the role of nourishment in recovery, recognition of beloved Lifebridge Kitchen Manager Karen Andrew, and a Fund-A-Need in support of our dedicated community meals team. All proceeds supported Lifebridge’s mission to provide nutritious meals and compassionate care to our neighbors in need.
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