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About Us
OUR HISTORY
The Santa Cruz County BRIDGE Coalition formed in 2013 to bring the community together to prevent substance use. Our coalition provides a framework for organizations, families, and individuals to work toward a shared goal: a safe, healthy, drug-free community. BRIDGE is made up of multiple community sectors, each bringing a unique role and perspective while collaborating on prevention strategies that reduce local substance use and strengthen community well-being.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to bring community partners together to prevent substance use, promote well-being, and build a safe, healthy, drug-free Santa Cruz County.
OUR VISION
A communities where youth and families feel supported, connected, and empowered to live healthy, substance-free lives.
executive committee
The Santa Cruz County BRIDGE Coalition is guided by an executive committee made up of community partners.
Chair: Tony Vartola (Rio Rico Rotary Club)
Co-Chair: Kayla Navarro (Santa Cruz County Health Services)
Secretary: Galilea Olvera (Child and Family Resources)
OUR SECTORS
- YOUTH
- PARENTS
- BUSINESS
- MEDIA
- SCHOOL
- YOUTH-SERVING ORGANIZATIONS
- LAW ENFORCEMENT
- RELIGIOUS
- CIVIC
- HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS
- STATE, LOCAL, OR TRIBAL GOVERNMENTAL AGENCY
- OTHER ORGANIZATIONS INVOLVED IN REDUCING SUBSTANCE ABUSE