Community, Competition, and Giving Back

CELEBRATING TEAMWORK & FUNDS RAISED FOR LOCAL YOUTH

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this year’s Rally in the Pajaro Valley and helped make it a fun event!

A special thank you to the teams, sponsors, vendors, volunteers, and community members. Together, we raised $3,000 to support Watsonville PAL and their work creating opportunities for local youth.


Congratulations to all of our participating teams and award recipients for bringing the energy, teamwork, and community spirit to the field:


1st Place & New Kids on the Block: XL Public House

Runner-Up & Sportsmanship Award: Avid Water

Legacy Award: Digital NEST

All-Star Effort Award: Inspira Studios

Most Team Spirit: Jacob’s Heart Children's Cancer Support Services

Fresh Gear Award: S. Martinelli & Co.

Always Ready Award: Pajaro Valley Prevention & Student Assistance

Love of the Game Award: Watsonville Community Hospital


A special thank you to our sponsors, KBK Insurance and Lookout Santa Cruz, and our vendors who helped make the day possible. We’re grateful to everyone who played, cheered, volunteered, and supported this event!

Visit our website to check out event photos!

Transforming Health With Fresh Food

VEGGIERX CONTINUES TO EXPAND ACCESS TO NUTRITIOUS FOOD

Fresh, locally grown produce is at the heart of VeggieRx. By partnering with five local family-owned farms, the program expands access to nutritious food while supporting the farmers who help nourish our community.

Last fiscal year, VeggieRx completed 3,336 produce deliveries, providing more than $133,000 worth of fresh food to participants across Santa Cruz, Monterey, and San Benito County. Today, 319 participants are enrolled in the program, with families in 22 communities benefiting from fresh produce and nutrition support. By June 2027, VeggieRx is projected to complete 6,000 deliveries; that's nearly $240,000 worth of fresh food distributed throughout our community!

VeggieRx proudly partners with Tu Universo, Zamudio Farms, Gallardos Organic Farm, Avalos Organic Farm, and Ponce Organic Farm, including women-owned and BIPOC-owned farms. Every produce box supports these local farmers while connecting more families with fresh, locally grown food, creating healthier communities and a stronger local food system.

Interested in VeggieRx? If you're a Central California Alliance for Health member, you may be eligible to receive fresh produce through the program. Talk to your primary care provider or visit our website to learn more and get started.

The Rather Awards Are Almost Here!

JOIN US IN RECOGNIZING THIS YEAR'S AWARDEES

The Rather Awards are two weeks away! Join us on Friday, August 21, from 5–7 PM at the Civic Plaza Community Room in Watsonville as we celebrate this year’s awardees and honorees and the meaningful contributions they make throughout Pajaro Valley.

This special evening highlights the dedication, leadership, and community impact of individuals and organizations working to create a healthier, more connected community. Read about this year's awardees in Lookout Santa Cruz's latest feature, or visit our website for full details.

Join us for an inspiring evening of celebration and connection! Purchase your tickets today!

Books and Bites is Back!

NUTRITION TIPS, RECIPES, AND COMMUNITY CONNECTION

Books & Bites has returned! This free monthly series offers a welcoming space to explore nutrition, ask questions, and enjoy a meal with other community members.

Each session features practical nutrition topics, helpful tips, and open discussion designed to make nutrition simple, approachable, and enjoyable. Whether you're looking to build healthier habits, learn something new, or connect with others, Books & Bites has something for everyone!

Join us on August 25th from 6:00–7:00 PM at the Watsonville Public Library. The recipe for the day is a Fall Harvest Salad!

Visit our website to explore upcoming sessions, featured recipes, and resources from past Books & Bites sessions.

Building the allcove Watsonville Team

MEET THE STAFF EXPANDING YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

As we continue building toward the opening of allcove™ Watsonville, CHT is proud to welcome the team members who will help bring this center for youth mental health and wellbeing to life.

This growing team brings experience, passion, and a commitment to creating a welcoming space where young people can access support, resources, and connections.

Meet the staff working behind the scenes to help shape the future of youth mental health services in the Pajaro Valley:

This milestone marks an exciting step forward for our community as CHT and our partners continue to work together to expand youth mental health support.

Want to learn more? Join us at our upcoming Health Forum: Youth Mental Health in Pajaro Valley on September 18. It’s a wonderful opportunity to learn more about allcove, hear directly from our local Youth Advisory Group, and connect with experts from Stanford University’s Center for Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing. Learn more and get your tickets here.


Learn more about allcove Watsonville and stay tuned for more updates coming to your inbox soon!

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