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 2026 Annual Report

Read Our Statement on Racial Justice and Equity

Lea nuestra declaración sobre justicia y equidad racial

Leadership Team

Administration

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

Douglas Underhill
Chief Finance Officer
douglasu@cbridges.org

Tyler Smith
Human Resources Director
tylers@cbridges.org

Michele Miller
Director of Business Operations
michelem@cbridges.org

Tony Nuñez
Marketing and Communications Manager
tonyn@cbridges.org

Programs

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

Currently Vacant
Program Director, Early Education Division

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

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

Steven Matzie
Program Director, Elderday
stevenm@cbridges.org

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

Community Bridges / Puentes De La Comunidad

2 days ago

Today we celebrate grandparents, grandfriends and older adults whose stories, care and wisdom connect generations.Honoring elders means more than expressing gratitude. It means ensuring every older adult can remain nourished, connected, mobile, supported and treated with dignity.Take a moment today to call, visit, listen or share a memory with an older person who has shaped your life.#NationalGrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand #HealthyAging #CommunityBridges ...

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Community Bridges / Puentes De La Comunidad

4 days ago

🔌 ¡De regreso por segundo año, a petición de nuestra comunidad!¿Necesita ayuda con su factura de energía u otros gastos del hogar? Hable directamente con PG&E, conozca las opciones de ayuda para saldos de energía vencidos a través de Salvation Army Watsonville Family Corps y obtenga información sobre WIC, CalFresh, Medi-Cal, Meals on Wheels, servicios de vivienda y otros recursos comunitarios.📅 Viernes, 18 de septiembre de 2026⏰ 2–6 p.m.📍 Centro Cívico de Watsonville, Salón Comunitario275 Main St., WatsonvilleRecuerde traer su estado de cuenta, una identificación con fotografía y comprobante de ingresos. Se aplican requisitos de elegibilidad; los beneficios no están garantizados.•••🔌 Back by popular demand! Bill Assistance Day returns to Watsonville for its second year.Need help with your energy bill or other household expenses? Meet one-on-one with PG&E, explore assistance for eligible past-due energy bills through The Salvation Army Watsonville Family Corps, and learn about WIC, CalFresh, Medi-Cal, Meals on Wheels, housing services, and other community resources.📅 Friday, September 18, 2026⏰ 2–6 p.m.📍 Watsonville Civic Center, Community Room275 Main St., WatsonvillePlease bring your bill statement, photo ID, and proof of income. Eligibility requirements apply; benefits are not guaranteed.#CommunityBridges #Watsonville #BillAssistanceDay #AyudaConLasFacturas #RecursosComunitarios ...

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Community Bridges / Puentes De La Comunidad

4 days ago

September 11 is a day to reflect, remember, and honor the many lives forever changed by the events of that day.We remember those who were lost, the families and loved ones who continue to carry their memory, and the countless people who responded with courage, compassion, and service.Today, we honor their legacy by remembering the strength that can be found in community, kindness, and standing together. We will never forget. ...

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Community Bridges / Puentes De La Comunidad

6 days ago

Poverty is not a personal failure. It is shaped by barriers to affordable housing, food, health care, child care, transportation, education and fair opportunity.Community Bridges responds to urgent needs while advocating for the policies and systems that help families and older adults build lasting stability.Economic dignity means more than getting through today. It means having a genuine opportunity to thrive tomorrow.#EconomicDignity #endpoverty #systemschange #CommunityBridges ...

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Community Bridges / Puentes De La Comunidad

7 days ago

Turning 26 doesn’t mean losing health coverage. It means choosing your own. You’ve got 60 days, let’s figure it out together. #ForTheLoveOfCalifornians ...

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