Feeding America has tapped the leaders across the nation and has assembled a team of dedicated hunger fighters. Looking to bring collaboration by using best practices, digital media and succinct data aggregation to continue the messaging needed to fight against poverty, malnutrition and hunger. I am so honored to have the opportunity to be a part of a solution approach to the very real issues at hand. Next step is going to Chicago in July for face to face discussions as to what is happening in other communities, what is working, what is not and how to implement decisions through leveraging resources. Only through community can we truly tackle this problem head on.

Danny Keith tapped to be on National Lead Advisory Team

GoodTimes Best of Santa Cruz County 2012

It is that time of year again where the GoodTimes recognizes the Best in Santa Cruz County 2012. I am so stoked to see the people I work with get a nod for all their hard work and it feels even better when the community recognizes the effort myself and Grind Out Hunger put forth. I want to thank everyone that voted and please support the businesses that support our community!

Welcome to our annual Best Of Santa Cruz Readers’ Poll. It’s our biggest issue of the year, and in it, we spotlight all of the local businesses, restaurants and humans that captured your interest over the past year.

GoodTimes Best of Santa Cruz County 2012 Winners:

Local Mover Shaker GoodTimes Best of Santa Cruz County 2012

Mover & Shaker (Local)-Danny Keith

Best Thrill Ride GoodTimes Best of Santa Cruz County 2012 Specialized Aviation

Best Helicopter Ride/Local Thrill:Specialized Aviation

Best Display of Santa Cruz Talent GoodTimes Best of Santa Cruz County 2012 Chris Rene helps Grind Out Hunger

Best Display of Santa Cruz Talent:Chris Rene

Best Credit Union/Bank GoodTimes Best of Santa Cruz County 2012 Bay Federal Credit Union

Bank (local):Bay Federal Credit Union

Best New Restaurant GoodTimes Best of Santa Cruz County 2012 Pono Hawaiian Grill

New Restaurant:Pono Hawaiian Grill

Surfing Spot:Pleasure Point

Website For Local 411-Santa Cruz Waves

Best Writer: Greg Archer 

GoodTimes Best of Santa Cruz County 2012 Runner-up Winners:

Surf Shop: Santa Cruz Skate and Surf Shop

Skate Shop: Santa Cruz Skate and Surf Shop

Non-Profit: Second Harvest Food Bank Santa Cruz County

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