Opportunity! We are actively accepting speaker applications from Santa Cruz County residents. If you have a compelling message that aligns with the #TEDxSantaCruz mission, please don't hesitate to apply.
Deadline is December 3. Apply via this form: https://t.co/gSzm8bAjpM
Civil Rights Activist Dolores Huerta will present at Henry J. Mello Center for the Performing Arts in Watsonville at 4pm on Sat., 8/12. All proceeds will benefit Esperanza Community Farms & the Center for Farmworker Families. Register today! https://t.co/77jFFvMvrm
An artist will be selected to create a site-specific public art component for the new South County Government Center in Watsonville, Santa Cruz Country. Proposals due by May 26, 2023. For more information, https://t.co/Q9QLBJs4eT
You've heard of Malibu Barbie.
Meet Farm Worker Barbie!
Did you know our nation counts on approximately 2.4 million essential farm workers who make it possible for us to have food on our tables?
𝐹𝑜𝑜𝑑 𝑏𝑟𝑜𝑢𝑔ℎ𝑡 𝑡𝑜 𝑦𝑜𝑢 𝑏𝑦 𝑓𝑎𝑟𝑚 𝑤𝑜𝑟𝑘𝑒𝑟𝑠!
#RiseTogether#SantaCruzCounty#Leader Spotlight Elaine Johnson, Executive Director of @housingscc
is dedicated to finding community solutions through collaboration and advocacy. Elaine is gearing up for HSCC's Affordable Housing Month. Learn more https://t.co/xoybpoxIGH
Thank you @POTUS and @CAgovernor for approving a major disaster declaration for Santa Cruz and Monterey counties! Residents with damage from Feb. 21 and later are eligible for individual assistance. Visit https://t.co/g0TQ9m1Dsc for more. https://t.co/h7z6bDki19
Local nonprofits & community generosity work to support families affected by Pajaro floods. Guest commentary in @scsentinel written by us, @Puentes_SC@CABSantaCruzCty@p_v_p_s_a@MonarchSCC@cfmco + Catholic Charities Diocese of Monterey. Read about response & relief efforts.
$660K+ in cash has been distributed to hundreds of Pajaro families affected by the floods thanks to generous donors & hardworking nonprofit partners. Thanks @scsentinel for sharing this story.
@Puentes_SC@CABSantaCruzCty@p_v_p_s_a@MonarchSCC@cfmco https://t.co/lr5XtfxFkK
Monarch Services would like to thank the Community Foundation of Santa Cruz County and its supporters for their aid in supporting our clients affected by the Pajaro floods. Last week, the foundation donated 100 gift cards for Monarch to distribute to our clients.
TOGETHER, since March 12th, we have given over $600,000 in cash assistance to hundreds of Pajaro families. This is thanks to YOUR generosity. And this is thanks to the HARDWORKING staff at our partner community-based organizations. Please keep giving. https://t.co/1Aw6u8fGS7
Stress, anxiety, & other depression-like symptoms are common reactions after a disaster. Call/text 1-800-985-5990 to connect with a trained crisis counselor. The helpline provides immediate crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to disaster.
“Right now, we have a makeshift group of scrappy nonprofits that are holding it down. That’s what we’ll continue to do.”
Community based organizations and mutual aid groups have done an admiral job of responding during the Pajaro Valley's time of need.
https://t.co/xkh1jNt0XC
Reminders/resources for people assessing their homes:
1)📸 Take photos before cleaning
2) 📝Make a list of damaged items
3) 🛏️Do NOT drink water, use sewer or stay overnight.
Mixteco/Triqui Helpline 831-440-3556.
Tks @Puentes_SC!
@MontereyCoInfo https://t.co/khYs2rtIkl
STORM RESPONSE UPDATE: March 23, 12:00PM
- Latest @RedCross and partner updates: https://t.co/gi7joJE8vB
- As residents begin returning home, Red Cross volunteers are distributing clean up kits, meals and other recovery items to help communities get back on their feet.
Reentry to the Pajaro community has begun this morning.
All those returning should go to the resource hubs at both Pajaro Park and Pajaro Middle School. They have information and clean up and hygiene kits and also toilet facilities, handwashing, laundry and showers.
Community members, please read through this post for resources on flood recovery!
Miembros de la comunidad, por favor leen por recursos sobre recuperación de inundaciones!