Our organization was established in response to the overwhelming emotional hardship experienced by youth and their families following the loss of loved ones, mostly to gun violence, in and around the same communities. Many individuals lacked a supportive environment to help process their grief, prompting us to create a space dedicated to healing and emotional support within the community that also includes physical fitness through the sport of double dutch. The primary goal of our group is to promote healing in the community through the provision of supportive services. We recognize that while certain needs are common, they may not be universally shared across different generations. To address this, we created the Bridging th Gap program that aims to bridge the gap between young people and the elderly throughout the Greater Hartford Area, facilitating meaningful connections that allow individuals to work through their emotions with someone who understands their experiences. Our determination to ensure the success of this project stems from our belief that it will lead to healthier communities and foster strong intergenerational relationships. We are also  confident that no other local programs are currently addressing these needs in the same manner that we are, and we are eager to serve as a pilot initiative for this important work.