We are the BKM!
Our Story
Lloyd and Anita Mix, BKM’s representatives in Colombia, have worked full-time on the mission field for the last 40 years, 30 of them ministering to the people of Bogotá.
Having served in various children’s ministries for several years throughout the city, Anita was concerned about what was necessary for a child’s life to truly be transformed from a high risk childhood to a more positive future. In response to this, she felt the call of the Lord to begin a program designed specifically to assist their educational development. Thus, in January 2016 she, with her husband’s support as well as that of long-time, Colombian, partner in ministry, Janet López, established BKM’s learning center “The Bridge”.
Foundational to the program is the conviction that when God’s Word is presented, the Holy Spirit begins the transformational process in our lives.
This, coupled with an educational emphasis, provides children with the opportunity to learn, dream and become who they were created to be.
Believing that God would bring the children that needed the program, Anita, Lloyd and Janet faithfully began with just fifteen kids in a single room on the second floor of a three story building. People in the adjacent buildings started watching the program through their windows and quickly began to enroll their children. Bit by bit the interest moved further and further down the street and out into the neighbourhood.
The Bridge has grown to fill the entire three-story building and in 2023 served over 200 children with 8 full-time educators.
We are confident that this is just the beginning…
Our Founders
Anita Mix
Founder/Director
“We are called to build bridges out of the darkness into God’s redeeming grace and love. But it’s mutual. The kids build just as many bridges for each of us.”
Lloyd Mix
Founder/Director
“You just give what little you have and – like the loaves and fishes – stand back dumbstruck to see what God does with it.”
Meet Our Team
Each and every member (teacher, donor, board member) plays an integral role in the transformation of a child’s life.
Janet Lopez
Homework Assistance: 4th Grade - High School
“The amazing changes in the lives of the children has been a powerful work of God in which He has allowed me to participate.”
Shane Pearsall
Board Member
“It’s great to be a small part of the life changing impact on kids that the teachers of the Bridge are having in Bogota Colombia.”
Luz Marina Lopez
Homeschool Program: Preschool - 8th Grade
“Scholastic activity is such an important need in life. I am amazed/startled to see that some children have not had any.”
Adriana Guzman
Homework Assistance: 4th Grade - High School
“I have been able to experience how God transforms the need of a child into a miracle… Every child is a powerful and beautiful miracle of God.”
Blanca Pineda
Homework Assistance: Kindergarten - 3rd Grade
“I am able to contribute my part to where I see the need in this community. At the same time I experience the love that the children have for me.”
Jim Burke
Board Member
“Our family has been involved with this mission for over 15 years as both supporters and board members. We strongly believe in the work that they do and the positive impact it has on the children they serve.”
Mercedes Silva
Homework Assistance: Kindergarten - 3rd Grade
“It is a privilege to serve and see God’s faithfulness in the children.”
Laura Burke
Board Member
Claudia Beltran
Homeschool Program: Pre-School - 8th Grade
“Every day I see how God supports this ministry and how happy each child is being here.”
There’s room for you to join us!
Learn, Dream, Become
Through our learning center, “The Bridge,” we are creating a transformative environment where young hearts and minds can flourish. With a firm belief in the power of God’s Word and education, our mission is helping children learn, dream, and become the best versions of themselves. By offering educational opportunities and fostering an atmosphere of hope, The Bridge is equipping these young individuals with the tools they need to overcome challenges and embrace their dreams for a brighter future.