For almost three decades, the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History (MAH) has served as a cultural anchor, offering a platform for art, history, and creative exploration. From celebrating the county’s unique spirit to providing a space for meaningful connections, the MAH is a vital gathering place, fostering engagement and combatting a growing wave […]
Brittany Ramirez
Brittany is Lookout’s first contact for members. She answers (and quickly) any membership questions and is eager to help with the mundane modern work of resetting passwords, signing up for newsletters and resolving any technical issues. She joined Lookout as a marketing and sales coordinator after finishing her bachelor’s degree in marketing at California State University Monterey Bay in 2021. She then worked for Rootstock Artisan Collective as a social media marketing manager. Before heading to CSUMB, she completed her associate in arts degree at Cabrillo College, where she also played on the women’s soccer team. Her passion for working with local businesses stems from being born and raised in Santa Cruz.
2,000 reasons to give – Adopt-a-Family and bring holiday joy to Santa Cruz County kids
Imagine being a child during the holiday season, dreaming of a warm meal, a special gift, or a cozy jacket. You’re filled with hope and excitement, wishing for a holiday surprise. Sounds like the regular holiday dreams of any child, right? But for over 2,000 children in Santa Cruz County, that wish feels distant, perhaps […]
How Kaiser Permanente grants bolster community health centers in the community of Pajaro
Every Monday morning the Salud Para La Gente medical mobile vehicle pulls into a parking lot off Pajaro’s main drag. The vehicle looks like an RV from the outside, but inside it’s stocked with equipment and supplies to provide primary, preventive, and acute medical care to a community that’s still recovering from a devasting flood. […]
Santa Cruz METRO to host Stuff the Bus Food Drive
The Santa Cruz Metropolitan Transit District (METRO) is excited to announce its holiday Stuff the Bus Food Drive. The event will take place on December 5th from 1PM to 7PM, with a METRO bus parked in front of Woodstock’s Pizza at 710 Front Street, Santa Cruz, CA. Join us for METRO’s Stuff the Bus Food […]
10 Hot Jobs in Santa Cruz County: Week of November 15
Are you on the lookout for a new career path in Santa Cruz County?
Look no further! We’ve curated a list of the top 10 Santa Cruz County job opportunities recently posted to our job board, spanning various industries and roles.
Where to volunteer in Santa Cruz County this November: 10 opportunities to make a difference
1. Adopt a Family Holiday for the HolidaysCalling all elves! Your help is needed to provide gifts and groceries to almost 600 families – including 2,000 children and teens – in need this holiday season. It’s easy to get involved! You can choose what works best for you: Visit scvolunteercenter.org or call the Adopt-a-Family Hotline […]
10 Hot Jobs in Santa Cruz County: Week of November 8
Are you on the lookout for a new career path in Santa Cruz County?
Look no further! We’ve curated a list of the top 10 Santa Cruz County job opportunities recently posted to our job board, spanning various industries and roles.
Second Harvest Food Bank Santa Cruz County launches holiday campaign to raise funding for 4,750,000 meals
As the holiday season draws near, Second Harvest Food Bank is mobilizing its resources and community support to combat hunger for the more than 65,000 residents who rely on their services monthly. With donations urgently needed to sustain its operations, Second Harvest invites individuals, families, organizations, and businesses to help meet the increased demand by […]
Three UCSC alumnae named in SF Business Times Most Influential Women in Bay Area Business of 2024
By Haneen Zain Three UC Santa Cruz alumnae, Judith Bell, Katherine Evans, and Ruby Bolaria Shifrin, were among the 100 most powerful, inspiring, and influential women honored in San Francisco Business Times Most Influential Women in Bay Area Business of 2024. Judith Bell (Stevenson ’81, American studies, biology) is the chief impact officer for the San Francisco Foundation. She leads the […]
10 Hot Jobs in Santa Cruz County: Week of November 1
Are you on the lookout for a new career path in Santa Cruz County?
Look no further! We’ve curated a list of the top 10 Santa Cruz County job opportunities recently posted to our job board, spanning various industries and roles.

