Dear Friend of Grey Bears, 

As Mother's Day approaches, we are reminded of the extraordinary women who have shaped our lives with love, wisdom, and unwavering support. This year, we invite you to honor the mothers, grandmothers, and mother figures in your life in a meaningful way by supporting Grey Bears to nourish our community, ensuring that every senior in our community receives the food they deserve. 

At Grey Bears, we are dedicated to serving seniors in Santa Cruz County, providing them with healthy food and vital resources to live fulfilling lives. Through our Healthy Food Program, we collect surplus food from local farms and stores, rescuing it from landfills and transforming it into nutritious meals for over 5,000 seniors annually. 

This Mother's Day, consider making a donation to Grey Bears on behalf of your mother, grandmother, or mother figure. Your contribution will not only honor their legacy of love, compassion, and nourishment but also make a tangible difference in the lives of seniors in need, and is especially meaningful because 70% of the local residents who receive our healthy food bags are women. With your support, we can continue to expand our reach, ensuring that no senior in our community goes hungry. 

To make a donation, please visit our website or contact us directly at 2710 Chanticleer Avenue, Santa Cruz, California. One-time and easy on the budget monthly contribution options are available. No matter how you give, every dollar makes a difference and is greatly appreciated. 

We also invite donors to email Cornell@greybears.org with amazing stories about the women in your life you want to honor so we can share what makes them so special. 

Thank you for considering this opportunity to give back and celebrate the remarkable women who have touched our lives. Together, let's make this Mother's Day a truly meaningful occasion for all. 

Warm regards, 

Jennifer Merchant