Resources
Immigration Protection/Safety Resources
Santa Cruz County Government Resource Page
List of Immigration NPO's and Attorneys
Your Allied Rapid Response (YARR) for Santa Cruz County
YARR Orientations & Trainings
YARR Resources
Santa Cruz County Immigration Resources (Community Action Board)
Childcare Safety Plan Coalition - Community Bridges
Childcare Safety Plan Challenge
2025 Childcare Safety Plan Training Video
Santa Cruz Local's Immigration Resources Page
Sus Derechos (English)
Sus Derechos (Espanol)
Health Care Resources
NAMI Santa Cruz County
Offers free support groups, classes, and helplines for individuals and families
affected by mental health conditions.
Website: https://www.namiscc.org/
English HelpLine: (831) 427-8020
Spanish HelpLine: (831) 205-7074
Pregnancy Resource Center of Santa Cruz County
Offers free pregnancy tests, parenting classes, and support services for new
and expectant parents.
Website: Pregnancy Resource Center
Criminal Justice Resources
Santa Cruz County Human Services Department
Offers a range of services, including child welfare, elder care,
and public assistance program
Website: https://santacruzhumanservices.org/
California Rural Legal Assistance (CRLA)
Provides free legal services to low-income individuals, including
issues involving employment rights, housing, immigration, and family law
Website: https://crla.org/
Violence Against Women Resources
DataShareSCC Data for the prevention of sexual violence
Domestic Violence Intervention Program
Monarch Services
Offers 24/7 crisis support, shelter, counseling, and legal
advocacy for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.
Services are available in English and Spanish.
Website: Monarch Services
Crisis Line: 1-888-900-4232
Walnut Avenue Family & Women's Center
Provides domestic violence services, early education,
youth programs, and community health initiatives, including
the ABC/African-American Community Health Group.
Website: Walnut Avenue Center
24-Hour Helpline: 1-866-2MY-ALLY (1-866-269-2559)
Conflict Resolution Center – Space for Change Program
A restorative justice program that offers voluntary, free
alternatives to the court system for addressing harm in
family and intimate relationships
Website: https://www.crcsantacruz.org/space-for-change
Education Resources
Santa Cruz Public Libraries
Access free online courses, virtual author talks, and educational
resources through the library system.
Website: Santa Cruz Public LibrariesSanta Cruz Public Library
Volunteer Center Literacy Program
Offers one-on-one tutoring to improve reading and writing skills,
along with training materials for learners.
Website: Literacy ProgramVolunteer center literacy program
Kidpower International (Santa Cruz founded)
Offers personal safety, abuse prevention, and boundary-setting
training programs for children, teens, and adults to help prevent
bullying and violence
Website: https://www.kidpower.org/
Economic Justice Resources
211 Santa Cruz County
A comprehensive directory connecting residents to local
services, including housing, food, healthcare, and more.
Website: 211 Santa Cruz
Housing Matters
Offers resources and support for individuals experiencing
homelessness, including housing navigation and employment training.
Website: Housing Matters City of Santa Cruz
City of Santa Cruz Homelessness Services
Provides information on emergency shelters, safe
parking programs, and rental assistance for those in need.
Website: Homelessness ServicesCity of Santa Cruz
Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Program
Provides nutrition assistance and support for low-income
pregnant women and families with children under five.
Website: https://communitybridges.org/wic/
UCSC Women’s Center
Offers programming, leadership opportunities, and support
resources for women and gender-diverse students at UC Santa Cruz
Website: https://womenscenter.ucsc.edu/
Community Bridges – Family Resource Collective
Provides family resource centers, childcare access,
food programs, and support services to help families
achieve economic stability.
Website: https://communitybridges.org/
Santa Cruz County Fund for Women and Girls
Supports programs that improve education, career advancement,
and economic opportunity for women and girls in the county
Website: https://www.cfscc.org/funds/fund-for-women-and-girls
Political Participation
and Civic Engagement Resources
AAUW Santa Cruz County (American Association of University Women)
Advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education,
leadership programs, and community events.
Website: https://santacruz-ca.aauw.net/
Children’s Network of Santa Cruz County
Brings together organizations to improve opportunities for
youth and families and amplify youth voices in local policy decisions.
Website: https://www.unitedwaysc.org/childrens-network