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.

Kaiser Permanente grant fuels teen chefs making a difference in Santa Cruz

Sixteen-year-old Lily Cabrera had a big job to do. Five weeks into her summer internship at Teen Kitchen Project in Soquel, California, the Santa Cruz High School student was chopping and prepping 42 pounds of broccoli. About 12 other teens were doing similar tasks in a spotless kitchen, preparing fresh, nutritious meals for Santa Cruz County residents […]

At Kirby, belief comes first. That changes everything.

What if your child didn’t have to choose between challenge and care? At Kirby School, they don’t.  This intentionally small, independent school for grades 6–12 in Santa Cruz is quietly redefining what a rigorous education looks like. The difference? Kirby leads with belief.  The school’s core stance—Unconditional Positive Regard—means every student is seen, supported, and […]

How Enhanced Care Management transforms lives—and could change yours

When Celia, a 45-year-old farmworker in Central California, was discharged from the hospital after five months of life-threatening complications, she returned home confused, in pain, and unsure how to care for her open surgical wound. She didn’t understand her treatment instructions, missed key appointments, and struggled with breathing. On top of it all, she spoke […]

Santa Cruz Shakespeare keeps the fun rolling into September!

Santa Cruz Shakespeare’s hit 2025 season continues with special September-only offerings. Don’t miss out on performances of the fall production “Master Harold”… and the boys by Athol Fugard and the final Monday Night Revel–new this year– featuring Surf City All-Stars playing the music of the Beach Boys on September 22. And that’s not all! ShakesEDU, […]

7 ways to make the most of late Summer on the Central Coast

August on the Central Coast has its own rhythm. The mornings are warm enough for coffee on the porch, the afternoons are perfect for a beach walk, and the evenings hint at the coming fall. It’s that sweet spot where you can still squeeze in adventures, make a few upgrades, and get ready for the […]

Top 5 reasons to volunteer as a transportation driver in Santa Cruz County

Because it’s more than a ride. It’s a lifeline. Every week in Santa Cruz County, older adults and people with disabilities miss critical doctor’s appointments, skip meals, or go days without meaningful connection—not because they want to, but because they don’t have a ride. At the Volunteer Center, we believe no one should be stuck […]

Community Bridges WIC celebrates 18th Annual Breastfeeding Walk & Health Fair in Santa Cruz

Community Bridges’ Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program is set to host its 18th Annual Breastfeeding Walk & Health Fair on Thursday, August 7, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Laurel Park, 301 Center St., Santa Cruz.  This year’s event will transition from Watsonville to Santa Cruz, bringing the community together to celebrate World […]

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