CORE FUNDING

Help Protect Services for Families and Seniors in Santa Cruz County

On Tuesday, June 28, the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors will vote on the budget to determine funding for Family Resource Centers, Elderday Adult Day Health Care, and Early Education Division child care centers.

CORE funding recommended cuts to Community Bridges services by 65%, or more than $816,000 every year for three years, July 2022 through June 2025. 

Advocate to keep CORE funding. Let your voice be heard.

  1. Call your County Supervisor at (831) 454-2200 or email BoardOfSupervisors@santacruzcounty.us. Click here for a script in English and Spanish.
  2. Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, June 28 at 9am at 701 Ocean Street Rm 525, Santa Cruz, via Zoom, or by phone. View meeting agenda here.
  3. Spread the word on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or by sharing flyers below. 

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🕊️ Together, We Help Our Community Soar No tree grows alone. Community Bridges thrives because local partnerships and grassroots efforts take root here — creating spaces where collaboration, advocacy, and community-driven solutions can flourish. One powerful example is the Childcare Safety Plan (CSP) Coalition, a grassroots effort born in 2017 when local leaders came together to protect children from unnecessary trauma during immigration-related emergencies. With your support, Community Bridges has been able to serve as a hub where these critical partnerships can grow — and we’re proud to support and help lead this coalition. The CSP Coalition unites attorneys, nonprofit leaders, and community advocates to ensure families have access to a free, bilingual Childcare Safety Plan that helps parents prepare trusted caregivers, document important information, and keep children safe and connected in times of crisis. Thanks to this collaboration, families across our region are better equipped, informed, and empowered. 🌟 Today, we’re spotlighting the Childcare Safety Plan Coalition, whose dedication strengthens family safety, promotes equity, and ensures no child is left without care or connection during an emergency. Because of supporters like you, Community Bridges can continue hosting and championing efforts like the CSP Coalition — ensuring grassroots solutions have a place to grow and thrive. 💚 Today’s the day! Your support tonight helps Community Bridges and our partners keep growing strong for decades to come. Donate before midnight: communitybridges.org/givingtuesday #GivingTuesday #CommunityBridges #RootedInCommunity #StrengtheningFamilies #SantaCruzCounty #EssentialServices #CommunitySafety #FamilySupport ... See MoreSee Less
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Strong roots help children grow. 🌳This Giving Tuesday, your support strengthens early learning, parent education, nutrition services, and safety planning for families across our community.Help give every child the start they deserve: communitybridges.org/givingtuesday ... See MoreSee Less
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This Giving Tuesday, help us stay rooted in caring for older adults. 🌳💚Elderday and Lift Line provide nursing support, therapy, social connection, and safe rides that keep seniors independent.We’re aiming to raise $5,000 to fund a full month of transportation and therapeutic activities.Give today: communitybridges.org/givingtuesday ... See MoreSee Less
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Every Family Needs a Plan

Urge the Attorney General to adopt California’s Childcare Safety Plan.

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