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        <Explanation>The official registration and financial information of Bridge Educational Foundation, Inc. may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll-free, within Pennsylvania, 1-800-732-0999. Should you require a copy of the Bridge Educational Foundation's letter of recognition as a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization or a copy of our 990 IRS filing please contact Natalie Nutt at 717-214-6792 to request a copy.</Explanation>
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