Donate Now
Your one-time donation makes fresh, healthy food accessible to seniors in Santa Cruz County and provides them with a community to thrive.
Give Monthly
Recurring donations keep Grey Bears running and are an easy and affordable way to give. Become a sustaining partner today and make a difference Santa Cruz area seniors can count on.
More Ways to Give
Financial Support
Mail a check to:
Grey Bears
2710 Chanticleer Ave.
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
Grey Bears also gratefully accepts gifts of appreciated securities and Qualified Charitable Distributions. To find out more, please email Kayla Traber, Development Director at kayla@greybears.org.
Donate a Vehicle
Grey Bears Partners with CARS to accept donations of vehicles (running or not) including cars, trucks, trailers, boats, RVs, motorcycles, campers, off-road vehicles, planes, heavy equipment, farm machinery, and most other motorized vehicles. To begin a donation today, visit https://careasy.org/grey-bears or call 855-500-7433.
Donate Food
Grey Bears gladly accepts both donation drop offs to its Chanticleer Facility (2710 Chanticleer Ave.) Monday thru Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 2 p.m., and can arrange pick up from local vendors and food generators with our fleet of refrigerated and non-refrigerated vehicles. For more information or to arrange a pick up or gleaning, please contact Danielle Wong, Healthy Food Program Director at danielle@greybears.org, or call 831-479-1055.
Schedule a Gleaning
Do you have a home garden or fruit trees needing to be picked? Consider inviting Grey Bears to glean, providing your produce to the community we serve. To learn more and schedule a gleaning day, please email River Goodyear, Volunteer Coordinator at river@greybears.org or call 831-479-1055.
Volunteer
Volunteerism is at the heart and soul of Grey Bears. Become a part of this vibrant community, and make some new, lifelong friends. With over 20 different volunteering opportunities, there’s something for everyone! Visit our Volunteer page to learn more about becoming a Grey Bears Volunteer.
Donate Goods
Donate E-waste, gently-loved clothing, clothing, books and more. Proceeds from the Grey Bears Thrift Store and Recycling programs support our Healthy Food Program to nourish local seniors and community members throughout Santa Cruz County in a sustainable way. Learn more about dropping off your gently-used items and recycling.
Leave a Lasting Paw print
Become a Sponsor
As a sponsor, you will directly contribute to our efforts in providing nutritious meals, vital resources, and essential social connections to seniors in our community. Your partnership with Grey Bears will not only showcase your commitment to social responsibility and community welfare but will also amplify your brand’s visibility among our diverse and engaged audience.
Estate Planning
By making Grey Bears a part of your estate plan, you become an integral part of our mission to create a world where every senior has access to the food, resources, and support they deserve. Your legacy will serve as a beacon of hope and inspiration, demonstrating your enduring dedication to the well-being of seniors and the communities we serve.
Foundation Partners
Are you a foundation dedicated to promoting the well-being of our aging population? Your partnership with Grey Bears can ignite a ripple
effect of positive change.
By collaborating with us, you can help us expand our reach, enhance our services, and strengthen our ability to provide essential resources to seniors in need.
Grey Bears is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, FEIN #94-2298681
