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 2024 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

We’re excited to welcome Alicia, Gregorio, Jocelyn, and Maria to the Community Bridges team! 🌟They’re bringing fresh energy, new ideas, and a shared passion for making a difference. We’re lucky to have them, and we can’t wait to see the impact they’ll make through our programs and in the communities we serve.If you'd like to be part of this work and join our growing team, visit communitybridges.org/careers to apply.Here’s to new beginnings and continued growth — welcome aboard! 🎉#CommunityBridges ... See MoreSee Less
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🎉 Exciting News! 🎉We’re thrilled to announce the honorees for the 10th Annual Farm to Fork Gala! 🌾🍴The Community Bridges Bridge Builder Awards celebrate those who help drive our mission, strengthen community connections, and inspire meaningful change.✨ For this milestone year, we’re honoring some of our most dedicated supporters from the past decade:Driscoll's – A longtime partner in our work, supporting local growers and farmworkers, providing essential aid during the Pajaro floods, and volunteering across our programs.Tere Carrubba & Cathe Race – Co-chairs of the Farm to Fork planning committee since 2015. Their leadership has helped raise over $550,000 in support of Community Bridges’ ten programs, which serve more than 20,000 local residents each year.🌟 Please join us in honoring these incredible changemakers!📅 Saturday, June 28, 2025📍 Seascape Golf Club | 610 Clubhouse Dr, Aptos🕔 5–9 p.m.🎟️ Purchase tickets: communitybridges.org/events ... See MoreSee Less
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FREE Food Distribution📍 Location: 6134 Highway 9, Felton, CA 95018📅 Every Thursday🕥 Time: 10:30 – 11:30 AMWe’re here to support our community with free groceries and essential items every Thursday. No registration or ID required. Just stop by—everyone is welcome!Learn more about us: communitybridges.org/mcr/------------------------------------------------------------------------Distribución Gratuita de Comida📍 Dirección: 6134 Highway 9, Felton, CA 95018📅 Cada jueves🕥 Horario: 10:30 – 11:30 AM¡Estamos aquí para apoyar a nuestra comunidad con alimentos gratuitos y artículos esenciales todos los jueves! No se necesita registración ni identificación. Solo venga—¡todos son bienvenidos! ... See MoreSee Less
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Congratulations to Larisa Perez, our May Employee of the Month! 🎉Larisa serves as our Social Work Assistant in Elderday Adult Day Health Care and is truly a model of dedication and integrity. She consistently goes above and beyond, always ready to lend a helping hand wherever it's needed. Her actions reflect her genuine commitment to our mission and values.Thank you, Larisa, for your hard work, compassion, and for being such a valued member of the Community Bridges family! 😊🤗 ... See MoreSee Less
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