The 13th Annual Food from the Heart Luncheon

A Valentine-themed luncheon celebrating Meals on Wheels

Friday, February 13 from 11am to 1pm

Chaminade Resort & Spa, Santa Cruz

Thanks to everyone who celebrated 50 years of Meals on Wheels for Santa Cruz County

A beloved community gathering, the Food from the Heart Luncheon on Friday, February 13, 2026 from 11am to 1pm at the Chaminade Resort & Spa celebrated Meals on Wheels for Santa Cruz County, a program of Community Bridges, now proudly marking 50 years of service.

For five decades, Meals on Wheels has delivered More Than a Meal — ensuring older adults across Santa Cruz County receive not only nutritious food, but also essential human connection, safety checks, and support services. Each year, our program reaches more than 1,600 vulnerable and homebound seniors, helping them live with dignity, independence, and a sense of belonging.

Local leaders, neighbors, and generous supporters shared a heartfelt afternoon featuring romantic silent and live auction items, an exciting raffle, a delicious catered lunch, our annual Sweetheart Award ceremony, and inspiring updates from our program as we celebrate fifty years of impact.

Mark your calendars for the next year on Friday, February 12, 2027. Contact donations@cbridges.org or 831-688-8840 ext. 205 for early-bird reservations. Together, let’s continue to join hearts to deliver nutritious meals and heartfelt companionship to our beloved local older adults.

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In the days since Dolly Parton’s passing, people around the world have reflected on the joy she shared, the lives she touched, and the remarkable legacy of generosity she leaves behind.Through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, more than 300 million books have reached children and families around the world. Her work showed us how one act of kindness, repeated with care and purpose, can create a lasting ripple across families, communities, and generations.Her legacy reminds us that philanthropy is not defined by wealth. It is found in the ways we share our time, resources, compassion, and voices to help others and strengthen our communities.In the coming weeks, we look forward to recognizing some of the generous people and partners whose support makes the work of Community Bridges possible.Live generously. Give when you can. Help others rise. Live life like Dolly. 💚#DollyParton #DollyPartonLegacy #DollyPartonFans #Philanthropy #GiveBack #Generosity #CommunitySupport #ImaginationLibrary #LiteracyMatters #SpreadKindness #MakeADifference #CommunityBridges #SantaCruzCounty ...
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Welcoming Ashley and Paula to Community Bridges! 💚They’re joining a dedicated team working every day to connect children, families, and older adults with essential services and support throughout Santa Cruz County. We’re excited for the experience and enthusiasm they bring to our organization and the communities we serve.Welcome to the team, Ashley and Paula! 🎉Interested in joining our team? Visit CommunityBridges.org/careers to explore current opportunities. ...
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Every new word opens a door.During National Literacy Month, we celebrate the children, families, educators and tutors who make reading a shared source of confidence, curiosity and connection.Through nurturing early education and youth tutoring, Community Bridges helps young learners build skills they can carry into school, relationships and the future.Because literacy is more than learning to read—it is learning to imagine what is possible.#NationalLiteracyMonth #earlylearning #YouthLiteracy #CommunityBridges ...
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