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Grey Bears

Organization Mission

Grey Bears improves the health and well-being of seniors and our community through food and meal deliveries, volunteerism, resource conservation and recycling.

The Big Idea 2025:
Healthy Food for Seniors: Full Plates and Full Hearts

Santa Cruz County’s senior population is rapidly-growing and many face barriers to accessing fresh food and social connections. Grey Bears’ Healthy Food for Seniors Program ensures seniors receive fresh, locally-sourced food through weekly deliveries, a free on-site market, and hot meals.

These efforts are powered by senior volunteers who deliver to more than 1,200 homebound recipients, and foster social connections to fill both plates and hearts. With you, hundreds of amazing volunteers, generous donors and community partners, our community is stronger and engaged at every age.

After losing our business and my mom’s cancer diagnosis, Grey Bears deliveries were a blessing. As a caregiver, it’s hard to shop, especially for organic produce. Grey Bears was there when we needed it most. Thank you so, so much!


May, Felton, CA, 74


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