About Us

Our mission is to deliver essential services, provide equitable access to resources, and advocate for health and dignity across every stage of life.

Since 1977, Community Bridges has been a catalyst for a brighter future by delivering fundamental resources for the people of Santa Cruz County. Our family of ten vital programs across 20 different sites serves thousands of local children, families, and seniors each year. While each program is remarkable on its own, together we are unstoppable.

Every day, we empower participants to reach their full potential. Our programs give community members access to transportation, healthy food, health care, and senior adult day health care. We offer crises support, case management services, early education, grade school tutoring, as well as classes in breastfeeding, nutrition, parenting, and literacy. Most of these and other services we offer, are available at no cost.

Our values guide and shape daily decisions at all Community Bridges’ programs. They are the framework that enables us to develop effective programming, create change and better serve our clients.

To continue to provide these services and programs, thousands of individuals offer their support each year. Together, we are building the world we want to live in. Together, anything is possible.

View our 2025 Annual Report

Read our Statement on the Nov. 5, 2024 Election

Read Our Statement on Racial Justice and Equity

Lea nuestra declaración sobre justicia y equidad racial

Our Values: Commitment, Community, Compassion, Integrity, Respect, Support

Leadership Team

Administration

Ray Cancino

Raymon “Ray” Cancino
Chief Executive Officer
raymonc@cbridges.org

Doug Underhill

Douglas Underhill
Chief Finance Officer
douglasu@cbridges.org

Tyler Smith

Tyler Smith
Human Resources Director
tylers@cbridges.org

Photo coming soon

Michele Miller
Director of Business Operations
michelem@cbridges.org

Tony Nunez 2023

Tony Nuñez
Marketing and Communications Manager
tonyn@cbridges.org

Programs

Erika Rodriguez
Senior Program Manager, Child and Adult Care Food Program
erikar@cbridges.org

Lisa Hindeman Holbert

Lisa Hindman Holbert
Program Director, Early Education Division
lisah@cbridges.org

Dana Wagner - Program Director, WIC

Dana Wagner
Senior Program Director, WIC
danaw@cbridges.org

Mayra Melendrez
Program Director, Family Resource Collective
mayraf@cbridges.org

Lois Sones

Lois Sones
Program Director, Elderday
loiss@cbridges.org

Jesus Bojorquez
Program Director, Lift Line
jesusb@cbridges.org

Dana Wagner - Program Director, WIC

Dana Wagner
Senior Program Director, Meals on Wheels for Santa Cruz County
danaw@cbridges.org

🍽️ This year, seniors in our community enjoyed 207,021 nourishing meals, including 178,815 delivered right to their doors and 28,206 shared at dining sites filled with laughter, conversation, and friendship. 🌟Behind every number is a story. A senior greeted with a warm meal, a smile shared over lunch, a day of care that made life a little easier. Thanks to your support, our seniors are cared for, connected, and thriving every single day. Together, we are building a stronger, kinder community.👉 See more in our 2025 Annual Report: communitybridges.org/annual-reports ... See MoreSee Less
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🌟 We’re thrilled to welcome Brenda Castaneda and Laura Nova to the Community Bridges family! Their talents and enthusiasm will bring fresh energy, positivity, and new ideas to our programs. Let’s give them a big, warm welcome!👉 Want to join our amazing team too? See current job opportunities at communitybridges.org/careers ... See MoreSee Less
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The NFL season is officially underway, and we’re here for it! 🏈Our Community Bridges crew shared their Super Bowl 2026 predictions—now it’s your turn! Drop your guess in the comments and let’s see who calls it right. 🎉 ... See MoreSee Less
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Family Services provide care, stability, and hope when families need it most. None of it would have been possible without your support.Here’s what we accomplished together: 🛒 88,111 bags of food distributed to fight hunger and nourish families 🤝 13,433 crisis support visits offering guidance in moments of need 🧠 863 mental health counseling visits to strengthen well-being and resilienceBehind each number is a story of comfort, healing, and support. Together, we’re building stronger, healthier families.See more in our 2025 Annual Report: 👉 communitybridges.org/annual-reportsThank you for standing with families in our community. ... See MoreSee Less
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