Join our cause in just a few minutes
The fate of footbridge will be determined between now and early 2027. Follow the steps below to make an impact today and to get ready for the months ahead.
It should take three minutes? Maybe four? Okay we admit we didn't time it.
But we do have a sweet reward for those who make it to the end. Who-hoo! Let's build that bridge.
Step 1: Sign up for our newsletter à
There will be many opportunities to write letters and attend meetings. We are going to need all of you in the months ahead.
So your first step is to join our newsletter to stay informed. Use the form right here! We'll never share your data with anyone, ever.
Step 2: Like, share, and subscribe on social media
Connect Bend will be most active on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Click the links below to subscribe to for future updates.
You're gonna want to be here for our future posts. (It's gettin' juicy. We promise.)
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Step 3: Write an encouraging note to BPRD
BPRD is the lead governmental agency to take up the footbridge issue. Send them a note today!
What should you say? Simple. Speak from the heart and tell BPRD's board why YOU want to see this project happen. Just a few sentences will brighten their day -- and help them keep up the fight. Find them at info@bendparksandrec.org or use the button below.
Step 4: Think about donating
Opponents are few, but they have spent heavily to spread disinformation about this worthy project.
Your donation will make it possible for Connect Bend to sustain a fact-based campaign for the footbridge, challenge false claims about the project, and let the sunshine in.
Bonus: Sign our online petition!
What? You want a bonus activity? We love you.
Add your signature to the thousands of people who have signed in support of the footbridge
You made it. Now collect your awesome reward.
Thanks for helping us out! We owe you our thanks.
Drop us a line at info@connectbend.org or use the button below. We'll send a cool car sticker your way. It's our take on the famous Bend logo! And it will help more people learn about our cause.
Connect Bend
A 501(c)(3) charity advocating for the voter-approved footbridge in southern Bend, Oregon.
19550 AMBER MEADOW DR STE 130-143 BEND, OR 97702
info@connectbend.org
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