May
16

Pono Hawaiian Grill and The Reef Bar Celebration Raises 4,300 Meals!

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Pono was packed on Saturday for their celebration. Pono and The Reef Bar raised 4,300 meals from Grind Out Hunger.

Last Saturday was the celebration of Pono Hawaiian Grill being awarded “Best New Restaurant in Santa Cruz” in the Good Times 2012 “Best of” awards. Saturday also marked the official opening of The Reef Bar. Both Pono Hawaiian Grill and The Reef Bar share the same facility and work together to provide a relaxing Santa Cruz/Hawaiian style environment for the community. Pono Hawaiian Grill and The Reef Bar celebrated this day with a full buffet, music, dancing and more.

Braddah Timmy Hunt, owner of Pono Hawaiian Grill, has been a supporter of Grind Out Hunger since the beginning. When Timmy opened Pono Hawaiian Grill he immediately contacted us and said that he wanted to find a way to support the cause with his business. As Pono got the kickstart it needed during its opening, we kept in contact strategizing ways for us to establish a partnership/sponsorship opportunity. Pono is now a major sponsor, providing Grind Out Hunger with food for any and all events. For this celebration Braddah Timmy approached us and said that he wanted to donate 10% from the entire day to the cause. Ernie, owner of The Reef Bar, quickly jumped in on it too and said he would donate a portion of his profits from the day as well! By the end of the event we had raised 4,300 Meals for Grind Out Hunger.

“We support Grind Out Hunger because we firmly believe in the differnce it makes in our community, right here in Santa Cruz. Pono literally means “to do good” an it is our pleasure to give to those in need in any way we can. Hunger Fighters For Life! Mahalo nui loa”
~ Braddah Timmy 

Braddah Timmy Hunt expressing his thanks to the community for all of their support

Timmy Hunt, Michael Bethke and Santa Cruz City Mayor Don Lane.

Special guest, Santa Cruz City Mayor, Don Lane showed up to the event to present Timmy Hunt with a Mayors Proclamation stating that May 12th is officially “Pono Hawaiian Grill Day” in Santa Cruz. Pono Hawaiian Grill, along with The Reef Bar, has helped to created a fun, inviting, and safe place within Santa Cruz. A place with food, drink, music, and more. For Grind Out Hunger to have the support from a business so focused on bettering the community is an honor. Future events at Pono Hawaiian Grill are already in the works. There is also talk about creating Special Edition Pono Hawaiian Grill Grind Out Hunger wristbands…we will fill you in on that as we find out more.

Until then, thank you to all that came out to support Pono Hawaiian Grill, The Reef Bar, and Grind Out Hunger. If you weren’t able to make it, be sure to stop by 120 Union Street and grab some food! The poke bowls are amazing, oh and try an order of the coconut prawns.
Ask for Braddah Timmy and tell him you are a Grind Out Hunger supporter!

Check out Pono Hawaiian Grill on Facebook
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Mayor Don Lane handing Braddah Timmy Hunt the Mayors Proclamation stating that May 12th is Pono Hawaiian Grill Day in Santa Cruz

Braddah Timmy holding the official Mayors Proclamation.

Michelle Hatjes and Dylan Morrish running the Grind Out Hunger setup at Pono Hawaiian Grill.

Grind Out Hunger Founder, Danny Keith and Braddah Timmy Hunt

Carter Keith repping his brother, Zane Keith's Hunger Fighter Wristband at Pono Hawaiian Grill Celebration.

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May
09

Donate to win a prize package from ST Tattoo and meet the band Suicidal Tendencies May 31st

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 **Winner will be announced and notified on 5/29/12, 2 Days Prior to The Catalyst show**

**Meet and greet is at Santa Cruz Show**

***CLICK HERE TO DONATE AND WIN***


Jason “Clown” Brown, owner and artist of ST Tattoo Studio, had an idea. Traveling back and forth to Santa Cruz every couple of months to tattoo, he had began to understand Grind Out Hunger and the crew that dedicated their lives to feeding kids. He told us about a show at The Catalyst in Santa Cruz and wanted to, not only get Grind Out Hunger at the event, but also somehow incorporate a package to give away for donations to the cause.

Jason quickly put together a prize bundle, listed below:



Here are the details:

$5 donation per entry. 
No limit on number of entries.

DONATE HERE

**100% of donations benefit Grind Out Hunger** 

**Winner will be chosen at random** 
**More times you donate, the higher chance you have to win**

**Must be 18+ with valid Government issued I.D. to redeem Tattoo Prize**

**Winner will be announced and notified on 5/29/12, 2 Days Prior to The Catalyst show**
**Meet and greet is at Santa Cruz Show**

***CLICK HERE TO DONATE***
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“I come up to Santa Cruz often to spend time with my friends to escape from my busy shop life. I bring up my equipment to tattoo friends and family because Santa Cruz is my second home. Zane Keith is my surrogate nephew and while I was tattooing him, I had an intense conversation with his Dad, Danny Keith about what he is doing with Grind Out Hunger. In talking with him he was saying that 1 in every 4 kids goes hungry in Santa Cruz County and it made reflect on Venice and the environment I grew up with since Venice and SC are so parallel. It was a conversation that resonated with me to the core of my soul. I have two daughters and NO KID should go hungry in Santa Cruz or anywhere for that matter. So, I told Danny I wanted to help any way that I could, so I offered him up my talents in hopes that we could raise some money for Grind Out Hunger. This raffle was the perfect platform because it combines everything I love; Skating, Surfing and kids. I can only hope that this raffle helps get people aware of the hunger problem in Santa Cruz and eventually Grind Out Hunger can take it to the next level in places like Venice someday. “

~Jason “Clown” Brown

Grind Out Hunger will be at the Suicidal Tendencies show at the Catalyst on May 31st. We will have hoodies, tees, wristbands and more…All to benefit the cause. Hope to see you all there.
If you dont have a ticket to the show you can grab one here:

http://catalyst.inhousetickets.com/events/199950/SUICIDAL%20TENDENCIES 

ST Tattoo in Venice California

Want to learn more about Jason “Clown” Brown? Here is his bio…

Jason “Clown’ Brown was born and raised in the ‘Ghetto by the Sea’ fondly known as DOG TOWN or on the map, Santa Monica California. From birth, Jason hit the ground skating with his infectious laugh, front man singing voice, 2ND generation DOG TOWN boy, but more importantly his talent to turn the living flesh into art and has never looked back. Graduating from the Brentwood Art Center and singing for the band EVOL, Jason took a break from the music industry and landed an apprenticeship with Rick Clayton and Baby Ray at LA TATTOO. It was there that he was able to hone in on his skill and take it to a whole other level.
After feeling confident enough to establish his name in the business, he left LA to tour with Suicidal Tendencies and long time friend Mike Muir. While traveling through Europe, he tattooed out of the tour bus, and upon return, it was then that Jason and Mike came up with the concept of ST TATTOO STUDIO; a place where tattooing, punk rock and the skate/surf lifestyle could have a home. Jason has mastered all aspects of the tattoo industry and still loves being challenged daily. He does it all, but his heart lies with his roots of the Southern California Black and Grey; a gritty yet beautiful style that allows for a sense of realism that only a black and grey shade can capture. Being a DOGTOWN native, it allowed him to create an art form fueled by the Chicano lifestyle fused with the Punk Rock that was in his blood.
In 15 years since the doors opened, ST TATTOO STUDIO has become world famous, with celebrities and clients flying in from all over the world to get tattooed and embrace the Suicidal phenomenon in a sterile, but intimate environment. Now, with an established shop under his belt, Jason’s career has come full circle and has found himself back on the traveling circuit with guest spots and tattoo conventions.
Jason now is in a place in his life where he is privileged to give back to communities and be of service. Right now, he is currently involved with the non profit organization Grind out Hunger in Santa Cruz California (his second home) Empowering the youth by utilizing the passion of skateboarding, surfing, snowboarding and music to recognize the importance of community and food literacy.
When at home home in his spare time, Jason spends time with his two beautiful daughters and fronts the band ‘The Sickness’ with friends and other tattoo artist.

“My art is a reflection of where I am from”- Jason ‘Clown’ Brown.

For more information about Jason Brown and ST TATTOO STUDIO log onto STTATTOO.COM

Special thanks to Regina Rodriguez for her determination and support to make this event happen. It truly takes a village…

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May
04

The Reef Grand Opening and Pono Hawaiian Grill “Best of” Celebration

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Join us at The Reef/Pono Hawaiian Grill on Saturday May 12th for the Grand Opening of The Reef Bar as well as the celebration of Pono Hawaiian Grill winning “Best New Restaurant” of 2012. Grind Out Hunger will be in da house with our new Hoodies, Tees, Stickers, Wristbands, and more…
See you all there! Event details below…

The Reef Grand Opening Party & Celebrating Pono Hawaiian Grill
Winning Best New Restaurant in the Good Times “Best of” 2012

120 Union St. 
Santa Cruz, CA

Saturday May 12th
11am – 11pm

Live Music 2pm-10pm

Buffet 5-9pm
$14.99 per person 

• All Day Happy Hour
• $5 Mai Tai’s & Hawaiian Margaritas
• $3 Kona Drafts

**10% proceeds donated to Grind Out Hunger**

Event on Santa Cruz Patch: http://santacruz.patch.com/events/the-reef-grand-opening-pono-hawaiian-grill-celebration

RSVP on Facebook Here: https://www.facebook.com/events/304915226251788/

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May
03

Aptos Jr. High’s Whiplash to Grind Out Hunger at Coasters Bar & Grill

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Aptos Jr. High’s Whiplash has a goal set of raising 2000 Meals for Grind Out Hunger during their upcoming show on May 13 at Coasters Bar & Grill.
Help them reach their goal by donating at the show OR online HERE:
http://thefoodbank.givezooks.com/grassroots_fundraisers/whiplash-grinds-out-hunger

Coasters Bar & Grill Presents:

WHIPLASH
OVERCAST
ALIVE

Sunday, May 13

5-7:30pm

Coasters Bar & Grill
in the Boardwalk Bowl

115 Cliff Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

NO COVER

**A Benefit for Grind Out Hunger**

RSVP to the Facebook Event here: https://www.facebook.com/events/209872465796454/

Event on Santa Cruz Patch: http://santacruz.patch.com/events/aptos-jr-highs-whiplash-show-to-benefit-grind-out-hunger? 


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Apr
26

10% Night at Palapas Restaurant Raises 2,380 Meals

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Hunger Fighters Zane Keith and Marissa Hushaw

On Tuesday night family, friends, and community members gathered at Palapas Restaurant y Catina in the beautiful Seascape area to sit down and have dinner together in support of Hunger Fighter, Marissa Hushaw and Grind Out Hunger. A couple months ago Marissa approached Palapas asking if they would be interested in supporting her Grind Out Hunger campaign. They decided that they would choose a night in the month of April to donate 10% of their dinner profits to the cause. The night was wonderful, everyone eating dinner together, socializing, looking out over the ocean all in support of the cause.

By the end of the evening, through Palapas’ and several additional donations we ended up raising 2,380 meals for kids in need.

Hushaw Family With Danny Keith and Zane Keith

“I want to send out thank you’s to Mark Holcomb, Don and Hanna Palapas Managers, Chris, Brook, Angie and the entire staff for a great evening. So many of my amazing friends attended such as the Ramirez, Higginbotham, Perez, Watkins, Naranjo and Cabral families just to name a few!

I want to give a Special Thanks to Jared Lee and Jason Perez, full time China Peak employees, for coming all the way out here to visit and come to my event.  I know that the Grind Out Hunger word is getting out when my circle of snow friends are driving all the way from the mountain to get involved.

For those that couldn’t make it but wanted to…You are all Hunger Fighters and I greatly appreciate the support and donations before and after the event!”

- Marissa Hushaw, Hunger Fighter

Marissa and some fellow friends/supporters

Hunger Fighter Athlete, Zane Keith rolled through to support his fellow hunger fighter. These two have been teaming up recently to Grind Out Hunger. Be sure too keep an eye out for events coming your way with these two involved….
We pulled both of them aside and did a mini photo shoot outside of the restaurant. Enjoy a few photos….


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Apr
24

Zane Keith & Marissa Hushaw’s Youth Service Day Event Raises 5,830 Meals

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Chris Rene with all the youth Hunger Fighters. #lovelife

With support from the SODEXO foundation, Youth Service America, and Disney Friends for Change, Zane Keith and Marissa Hushaw’s Grind Out Hunger Youth Service Day was nothing short of spectacular.

Hunger Fighters Marissa Hushaw and Zane Keith with Award Winning film maker, Rocky Romano of The Go Big Project.

Film Maker, Rocky Romano and The Go Big Project had a full film crew at the event, documenting, interviewing, and more. The Go Big Project will be whipping up an incredible recap of the day. We had delicious catered food provided by Pono Hawaiian Grill (Mahalo Bruddah Timmy!). Families, friends, kids, celebrities, musicians, athletes and more all showed up to support the cause and the event. The energy throughout the day was inspiring. It was a day of kids helping kids fight hunger…

We had a full crew of helpers that worked from setup to breakdown. From merchandise tables to interacting with people and educating them about Grind Out Hunger. We couldn’t have done it without the help from our youth/student hunger fighters; Connor Luther (Connor Luther Photography), Caleb Luther, Kalil Mitchell, Felicia Mitchell, Ari Doggett, Dylan Morrish, Joycelynn Marie, Ashley Epis, Iggy LaMacchia…and all the other helpers that showed up!

Kalil, Felicia, and Caleb helping out at the Grind Out Hunger merch table.

People began to arrive for the event at about noon. Our skate ramps in the back officially opened and the party got started. Musician, Tess Dunn showed up to perform. She played an amazing set with her mighty sidekick Austin Corona (Blue Weekend), who usually plays guitar, but busted out the drum set for this one. Killer!  What can we say about Tess Dunn… What a rockstar…110% supportive of Grind Out Hunger and someone that we want to work with for a very long time. This was her first event performing for us and she told us that she had a BLAST. The energy, the community, and the cause are all something she wants to be a part of. We have a feeling this wont be the last time the lovely Tess Dunn performs for Grind Out Hunger… Tess recently released a new album, “Honesty Box“, head over to iTunes and take a listen. Check out her Facebook fan page here for more information about her music… www.facebook.com/tessdunnmusic 

Tess Dunn and Austin Corona. Killer performance.

Hunger Fighters, Zane Keith and Marissa Hushaw were in the building. Zane, promoting his skate campaign, shredded the back skate ramps for all of the groms and adults. He took the mic and explained to people “fighting hunger can be fun when incorporating skateboarding. All you have to do is spread the word and encourage people to help their community. It all starts with awareness.” Zane offers skate lessons to kids with a portion of the fee being donated to Grind Out Hunger.

Marissa, our snowboarder hunger fighter, got a large group of her school and snowboarding friends to show up to the event. She has these friends enlisted under her “Hunger Fighter Army” that she is rapidly creating in effort to eradicate childhood hunger. Dedicated to her sport and the cause, Marissa thanked everyone for showing up to help feed kids. She knows that no one should go hungry, and that she, along with her army, can be part of the solution to that problem.

Hunger Fighters Marissa Hushaw and Zane Keith with Grind Out hunger founder, Danny Keith.

Big wave surfer Nic Lamb dropped in for a surprise visit and quickly donned a new Grind Out Hunger Surf Hoodie. Representing the cause, Nic Lamb is looking to take his involvement to the next level by using his surfing talent to feed kids within his community. Nic Lamb is our next Hunger Fighter Athlete in surf.

Kimberly Moriarity of the Jay Moriarity Foundation with the next Hunger Fighter Athlete, Nic Lamb.

About an hour into the event Sam Diggedy and Domingo Rivera of 102.5 KDON The Morning Madhouse walked through the door. Alongside them none other than special guest, Royalty the King. Royalty, known for his hit song “Brown Eyed Girl” heard about the event and wanted to check it out to see if he could get involved with the cause….Sam Diggedy (Director of Music for Grind Out Hunger) has recruited Royalty to be our next musician Hunger Fighter, look for his page and wristbands soon.

Marissa Hushaw, Royalty the King, Sam Diggedy, and Zane Keith.

Shortly after, we were blessed with another big surprise as local music celebrity Chris Rene entered the building. Chris Rene, an X-Factor USA finalist, is a Santa Cruz local know for the recent release of his song “Young Homie” (Find in iTunes store here), the first single from the 29-year-old singer/songwriter’s forthcoming ‘major label’ debut album due in stores later in 2012 via Epic Records. Chris came to check out the Grind Out Hunger hype that has been going on and show his support for a local charity started by members of his community. He grabbed a Grind Out Hunger music hoodie put it on and stood in for a few photos with fans, fellow supporters and the youth hunger fighters. Big thanks to Chris Rene for coming out to support this event, he is doing good things, spreading positivity throughout the community with his music. Grind Out Hunger supports Chris Rene and all of the work that he is doing.

Chris Rene shaking Danny Keith's hand. Thanks for the support, Chris.

Chris Rene signed a large Love Life poster for Grind Out Hunger

Chris Rene supporting Grind Out Hunger

Our second musical performer was Jackie Roxx of Jackie Rocks Band and Dressed in Roses. She played an acoustic set alongside her sister who is also a member of the band Dressed in Roses. Jackie Rocks Band is described as melodic and upbeat, yet aggressive and heavy. A wide variety of comparisons have been made from Pat Benatar, Joan Jett, The Donnas, Poison, Soundgarden, to My Chemical Romance, AFI, and Cheap Trick. We were very fortunate to be able to have her at the event and perform. We talked with her afterwards about lining up some future shows for Grind Out Hunger. Find out more about her music on her band’s facebook page: www.facebook.com/Jackierocksband And take a listen to come of her music on iTunes here. 

Jackie Roxx and her sister Maddie performing.

By the end of the event we ended up raising 5,830 meals for kids in need. Made a bunch of smiles happen and spread the Disney cheer making Santa Cruz Skate and Surf Shop the happiest place on earth for the day.

Enjoy a short video of the event Filmed and Edited by Connor Luther Photogarphy

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