Lindsay (Sgro) Bridge brought others together with her enthusiasm for life. She loved people, rich conversations and had a passion for the arts.
When she sadly passed away at the age of 44 in 2024, Burlington parents Ralph and Susan Sgro knew they wanted to do something to honour her legacy in way that would continue her impact in her home community.
They decided to start a donor advised fund through the Burlington Community Foundation (BCF), with a transformational gift commitment of $1 million to launch the Lindsay’s Loves Fund.
“Lindsay’s deep love for the arts and the Burlington community remains an enduring part of her legacy,” said Susan, who is also former Chair of the BCF Board.
“Through the Lindsay’s Loves Fund, charitable causes that she championed will continue to be supported, with a special focus on children and youth and providing access to art programming.”
The fund will also support well-being for children and families.
A dragonfly, the 
symbol of this legacy fund created by the Sgro family in Lindsay’s honour, beautifully reflects her spirit. Dragonflies represent change, inspire creativity, keep dreams alive, and remind us that anything is possible.
“BCF guided us through this journey with compassion and thoughtfulness,” Ralph said.
“They took the time to understand our vision and provided the support and structure we needed along the way. Through BCF, we were connected with many meaningful organizations that can now be supported through the Lindsay’s Loves Fund.”
The Sgros have been fundholders with BCF since 2007 and were named Philanthropists of the Year by the Foundation in 2014.
Through the Lindsay’s Loves Fund, the family will be able to provide children and youth with access to arts programming, ensuring their daughter’s passion is shared with young people in the community for years to come.