About Us
Every aspect of Bridge Street Mission centers on equipping individuals who struggle with homelessness, addictions, hunger, and sustaining a stable life so they can become healthy contributors to society.
We hold firmly to the belief that the demonstration of love opens the door to hope and transformation, even for the most wounded person. Our team measures success by the tangible outcomes of spiritual and practical growth: residents growing in Christ, staying active in a local church, maintaining sobriety, cultivating healthy relationships, securing stable housing, and generating income that allows them to stand on their own.
Our History
Bridge Street Mission began with one family's modest response to the urgent needs of men and women in Marathon County who were overwhelmed by homelessness, addiction, and hunger. A small group of believers in Wausau recognized the hurt in their community and committed themselves to demonstrating Christ’s love in tangible, practical ways. This grassroots effort steadily expanded as people found hope through a safe place to stay, a hot meal, and a guiding hand. Over the years, there have been key milestones, such as strengthening residential programs for those needing structure and accountability, establishing addiction recovery support for those striving to break free from destructive cycles, and building a broader network of compassionate volunteers prepared to walk alongside individuals in crisis.
Our Team
Craig Vincent
Executive Director
Shawna Young
Business Manager
Elizabeth Tegart
Director of Recovery Services
James Torstenson
Director of Homeless Services
Kevin Keller
Development Director
Keith Beck / Matt Kjos
Recovery Shift Managers
Kaitlyn Anderson
Office Manager
Benjamin Paris
Chaplain
Susan Hass
Food Service Manager
Ryan Augustyn
Development Associate
Donna Schlais
Volunteer Coordinator
Dan Ehmann
Facility Manager
Harold Osland
Data Manager
Mark Kananen Shane Luedtke Clinton Boyles
Residential Care Staff
Timothy Lamont
Celebrate Recovery
Board of Directors
Chairman: Max Rea | RE/MAX Excel
Vice Chairman: Brian Vanden Heuvel | Wausau Tile
Secretary: Tim Harrington | Greenheck Fan Corporation
Treasurer: Chris Menard | Wausau Homes
Mark Johnson | Renovation Rescue, LLC
Cynthia Abrego | Retired-Registered Nurse
Rev. Larry Moodie | Retired- Fellowship Baptist Church
Craig Shuler | Digicopy
Joel Rueber | Retired-Thrivent Financial
Our Approach
Compassionate Care
At the heart of everything we do is compassion. Whether it’s providing a warm meal or simply listening to someone’s story, we aim to serve others as Christ served us—with empathy and love.
Evangelistic Fervor
We share the good news of forgiveness and salvation in Jesus Christ. Our desire is for everyone to come to the place of repentance and faith to experience the joy of forgiveness and the purpose of a life of obedience.
Transformational Support
We address not just the surface-level crisis (like hunger or homelessness) but also the deeper struggles—addiction, mental health, and spiritual needs. Our recovery programs and Outreach Center offer a safe path forward for anyone seeking to rebuild their life.
Community Collaboration
Meaningful change happens when the entire community comes together. We partner with local churches, businesses, service organizations, and volunteers to maximize our impact and ensure no one is overlooked. We seek to create a community environment for our residents and seek to connect them to healthy communities of support for their future success.
Welcoming individuals of all backgrounds and beliefs into Compassionate Care