Community Champions 2024

Meals on Wheels for Santa Cruz County, a program of Community Bridges, extends heartfelt gratitude to all who participated and supported this year’s Community Champions!

We are immensely grateful to the following local leaders and elected officials for their unwavering commitment to our community’s older adults:

  • Yvette Brooks, Vice Mayor, Capitola
  • Casey Clark, Watsonville City Council 
  • Jack Dilles, City Councilman, Scotts Valley
  • Zach Friend, Santa Cruz County Supervisor, District 2
  • Ramon Gomez, from the office of Felipe Hernandez, Santa Cruz County Supervisor, District 4
  • Manu Koenig, Santa Cruz County Supervisor, District 1

Their presence during meal deliveries and at senior dining sites throughout Santa Cruz County has not only raised awareness but also provided invaluable human connection to those we serve.

This nationwide campaign, spearheaded by Meals on Wheels America, has underscored the critical importance of addressing isolation, food insecurity, and poverty among older adults. The statistics speak volumes, revealing the stark reality faced by many of our seniors. Yet, through initiatives like Community Champions Week, we unite as a community to provide essential support and nurture the well-being of our aging population.

Meals on Wheels for Santa Cruz County remains dedicated to our mission of delivering nutritious meals and vital support services directly to the homes of seniors in need. With your continued support, we can ensure that no senior in Santa Cruz County is left behind or forgotten.

Thank you to everyone who has contributed to the success of Community Champions Week. Your generosity and compassion have made a meaningful difference in the lives of our community’s older adults. Together, we reaffirm our commitment to upholding the health, dignity, and independence of seniors in Santa Cruz County.

Today, we celebrate the incredible women who make our world brighter—every mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, colleague, and friend. To the women in our organization and beyond, your strength 💪, wisdom, and resilience inspire us every day. Thank you for the love, dedication, and passion you bring to everything you do. Happy International Women’s Day to all the amazing women making a difference in our lives! 💜 #WomensDay #EmpowerHer #WomenOfStrength ... See MoreSee Less
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WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) is dedicated to helping families thrive by providing crucial nutrition support. With the help of WIC, over 6,500 families are receiving food vouchers and guidance that make a real difference in their lives. Let’s come together to ensure that no family goes hungry and that every child has the chance to grow up healthy and strong. 💚In light of the uncertainty around federal funding for programs like WIC, your support is more important than ever. By donating, you're not just providing immediate relief, but investing in the long-term resilience of our communities. Together, we can build a stronger, more sustainable future for those in need.How You Can Help:💰 Donate: Your generous contributions make a direct impact on families in need. Every donation helps provide essential food and nutrition education to those who need it most. Communitybridges.org/national-nutrition-month 🙌 Volunteer: Give back to support families in your community. Volunteers help with everything from organizing food distributions to providing support and resources. Communitybridges.org/volunteer 📢 Share this post & spread awareness: The more people who know, the more families we can help! Help us amplify our mission and encourage others to get involved.Together, we have the power to fight hunger, nourish our future, and uplift our community. 💪 Every action, no matter how small, makes a difference. Will you join us in making a lasting impact for women, infants, and children? ✨#WIC #NationalNutritionMonth #FightHunger #CommunityBridges #NoOneGoesHungry #Donate ... See MoreSee Less
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This National Nutrition Month, we’re committed to ensuring every woman, infant, and child has access to the nutritious food they deserve. As food prices rise and federal funding faces uncertainty, we need your support more than ever. 🍎🥦For over 50 years, WIC has been a vital part of our nation’s nutrition safety net, providing nutritious foods, breastfeeding support, education, and healthcare referrals to low-income families. WIC provides guidance and food vouchers for 6,500 families, playing a key role in improving lifelong health for women, infants, and children. 👩‍👧‍👦The need has never been greater. As food prices continue to rise and resources become more limited, families face increasing challenges in accessing the nutrition they need. Despite these obstacles, WIC is making a powerful impact—providing essential guidance, food vouchers, and support to thousands of families.Together, we’re fighting hunger and building a healthier, stronger future for families across our community. 💚 #WIC #NationalNutritionMonth #FightHunger #CommunityBridges #NoOneGoesHungry ... See MoreSee Less
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📢 Join Us in Nourishing Our Community! 🍎🥦Good food fuels strong communities! This National Nutrition Month, we’re taking action to ensure every child, family, and senior in our region has access to healthy meals—but we can’t do it alone.📈 Grocery prices have risen 25% since the pandemic, leaving many struggling to put food on the table. Seniors on fixed incomes are skipping meals. Childcare providers are working hard to provide balanced meals, but the cost of food keeps rising.At the same time, federal funding uncertainties threaten the future of essential nutrition programs. That’s why we’re raising $20,000 this month to keep food on our neighbors' tables.Where Your Donation Goes: 🍽 Healthy Meals for Kids – Supporting 4,716 children through childcare meal programs 🥫 Food Distributions for Families – 10,000+ bags of food delivered last year 🚚 Meals on Wheels for Seniors – 1,700 seniors rely on us for daily nutrition 👩‍👧 Nutrition Support for Families – WIC provides guidance & food vouchers for 6,500 familiesHow You Can Help: 💰 Donate: Communitybridges.org/national-nutrition-month 🙌 Volunteer: communitybridges.org/volunteer 📢 Share this post & spread awareness!Together, we can fight hunger and nourish our community. Will you join us? 💚 ... See MoreSee Less
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