San Benito Connect Volunteers

05/27/2026

✨ The June edition of the San Benito County Seniors Connect Newsletter is now live! 🌼
Inside this month’s issue:
💜 Upcoming senior events & classes
💜 Volunteer opportunities in our community
💜 Summer wellness & safety tips
💜 June awareness highlights and local resources
Thank you to our amazing community partners, volunteers, and supporters for helping older adults in San Benito County stay connected, informed, and supported.
📬 Read the June newsletter here:
https://conta.cc/4nUq6nM

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05/14/2026

Join us live for the San Benito County Districts 3 & 4 Board of Supervisors Candidate Forum.

https://conta.cc/4uGWqfP

Hear directly from local candidates as they discuss important community topics impacting San Benito County, including issues affecting older adults, caregivers, and the broader community. Audience questions will also be included.

05/10/2026

🇺🇸 Volunteers Needed – Help Honor Our Veterans 🇺🇸

Join the community and Veterans of Foreign Wars as we prepare for Memorial Day by placing flags on the graves of the brave men and women who served our country.

This meaningful tradition is a powerful reminder that their sacrifices are never forgotten. Families, kids, veterans, and community members are all welcome to participate.

📅 Sunday, May 24th
🕙 10:00 AM

📍 Calvary Cemetery
1100 Hillcrest Rd, Hollister

📍 I.O.O.F. Cemetery
600 Buena Vista Rd, Hollister

Please bring:
👟 Comfortable walking shoes
💧 Water
❤️ A heart for service

Flags and placement instructions will be provided.

Let’s come together as a community to line the hills with stars and stripes in honor of those who gave so much for our freedom. 🇺🇸

Honor Our Heroes: Memorial Day Flag Placement

We are looking for volunteers to help us honor the brave men and women who served our country.

Join **VFW Post 9242** as we place flags on the graves of our veterans to ensure their service and sacrifice are never forgotten.
This is a powerful way for the community to come together and show our respect ahead of Memorial Day. Families and individuals of all ages are welcome to participate!

📅 Date: Sunday, May 24th
🕐 Time: 10:00 AM

Locations:
📍 Calvary Cemetery
1100 Hillcrest Rd in Hollister

📍 I.O.O.F. Cemetery
600 Buena Vista Rd in
Hollister

What to bring:
Comfortable walking shoes👟 , water, and a heart for service. We will provide the flags and guidance on proper placement.

Let’s line the hills with stars and stripes. We hope to see you there!

04/29/2026

May is here, and so is our latest San Benito Seniors Connect Newsletter! 🌸
This month, we’re highlighting:
✔️ Older Americans Month
✔️ Local events & activities
✔️ Volunteer opportunities
✔️ Resources to stay healthy, active, and connected
Take a look and see what’s happening in our community 👇
https://conta.cc/491s3bE

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04/25/2026

04/23/2026

It’s National Volunteer Week 💙 and we’re celebrating the incredible individuals who make our community stronger every day!

Meet Nicole, a dedicated volunteer making a meaningful impact through JMM Dance Co. by supporting youth, families, and inclusive programs in San Juan Bautista.

Looking for a way to give back? There are so many ways to get involved—whether behind the scenes or working directly with the community.

👉 Visit www.SBCVolunteers.org to find opportunities that match your passion.

04/20/2026

💙 It’s National Volunteer Week! 💙

This week, we celebrate the incredible individuals who give their time, heart, and energy to make our community stronger.

Here in San Benito County, volunteers are making a difference every single day — supporting seniors, families, and neighbors in need.

🌟 Looking for a way to give back?
🌟 Want to stay active, meet people, and make an impact?

Visit 👉 www.SBCVolunteers.org

It’s the first countywide volunteer platform connecting you to local opportunities that truly matter.

💬 Already volunteering? Tell us where and why you love it in the comments!

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03/26/2026

There’s a lot happening this April — and you won’t want to miss it!

From helpful resources to community events and ways to stay active, we’ve pulled everything together for you in one place.

Take a look 👇
https://conta.cc/4dvIHn5

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03/19/2026

Looking for a meaningful way to give back?

Meet Patsy—an Ombudsman Volunteer with over 20 years of service advocating for residents in long-term care.

Ombudsman volunteers:
✔ Advocate for residents
✔ Listen to concerns
✔ Help resolve issues
✔ Promote dignity and quality care

💙 Just a few hours a week can change someone’s life.

👉 Learn more and sign up at www.SBCVolunteers.org

03/11/2026

Nonprofits play an important role in our community.

The Community Foundation for San Benito County is gathering input from nonprofit leaders and residents to help better understand local challenges and opportunities.

If you are involved with a nonprofit or live in San Benito County, take a few minutes to share your perspective.

Community Foundation for San Benito County seeks input to shape future impact