Between 2018 and 2025, these organizations implemented well-being best practices to achieve designation as Blue Zones Project Approved™ worksites, schools, restaurants, and grocery stores, or became Blue Zones Project Participating Organizations.
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RESTAURANT
Happy Girl Kitchen Co.
Pacific Grove, CA, 93950
We are dedicated to simple, delicious and farm driven foods. Whether we are preserving produce for seasons to come in our cannery or serving whole foods in our cafe, our mission is to enrich the local food community. By hosting parties, recipe swaps, pop-up dinners and workshops, happy girl kitchen co. empowers people to get involved and learn about the importance of what's on their plate.
WORKSITE
Hartnell College
Salinas, CA, 93901
Hartnell College is a public community college in Salinas, California. Established in 1920 as Salinas Junior College, Hartnell is one of 115 schools that constitute the California Community Colleges, one of the three higher education systems in California. It enrolls nearly 10,000 students, 56% of whom are Latino, and the college is a Hispanic-serving institution. Its name commemorates William Hartnell, who founded the first junior college in California. Hartnell's main campus is located less than a mile west of downtown Salinas. It also has four satellite campuses, one in the Alisal district of Salinas one in King City and another in Soledad and another in Castroville.
Restaurant
Hestia Cafe
King City, CA, 93930
WORKSITE
Hyatt Regency Monterey
Monterey, CA, 93940
Nestled in the Monterey pines on 22 secluded acres and minutes from the scenic wonders of the Central Coast, Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa on Del Monte Golf Course inspires wonder and discovery. Indulge in unique experiences at our California resort hotel, featuring a full-service spa, two outdoor pools, delicious on-site restaurants and a state-of-art fitness complex. Find your California escape along the quintessential Monterey Peninsula, surrounded by rugged, natural beauty and offering endless adventures.
OTHER
iHeart Media
Salinas, CA, 93905
With more than 860 live broadcast stations in 153 markets across America, there's an iHeartRadio station where you live. Discover how their stations can deliver your message live and local to your community.
OTHER
Independent Transportation Network Monterey County
Salinas, CA, 93901
ITNMontereyCounty is a non profit organization that provides 24 hour/7 days-a-week transportation to help seniors (age 60 and older) and visually-impaired adults (age 18 and older) to remain independent and active in Monterey County. Supported by members and donors, ITNMontereyCounty provides dignified transportation for customers in private autos, insured and inspected, with arm-through-arm, door-through-door service with affordable fares provided by volunteer drivers and on-call paid drivers.
OTHER
Interim, Inc.
Monterey, CA, 93942
Interim, Inc. is a private nonprofit organization that provides a unique combination of support services, housing and treatment for adults with mental illness in Monterey County. Services provided include affordable supportive housing, residential treatment, mental health and dual-recovery services, case coordination, therapeutic services, outreach and intensive support for homeless adults, supported education and employment, day treatment and peer support.
SCHOOL
International School of Monterey
Seaside, CA, 93955
In 1998, a small group of educators and parents began collaborating to create the International School of Monterey to bring worldclass international education to a public school setting; integrate best practices, established standards, and international curriculum; maintain a multicultural environment that advances understanding and respect for all; and promote strong partnerships among school, home, and community. Now in our twenty fourth year of operation as an elementary charter school, ISM has grown from that founding purpose to become a flagship of outstanding K-8 education as Monterey County's first IB World School. From our home on the Manzanita School site in Seaside, we serve 426 students from our surrounding Monterey County communities. Our board members and employees dedicate themselves to our mission to “educate all children toward becoming conscientious, compassionate, and responsible citizens of the world.”
SCHOOL
Ione Olson Elementary School
Marina, CA, 93933
Ione Olson Elementary School is a part of the Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Way! Every person matters. Each day counts. Learn something new every day. Improve with purpose. We're better together.
SCHOOL
JACK FRANSCIONI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Soledad, CA, 93960
The unique identity to which our organization aspires, its specific purpose, and the means by which it will achieve its purpose. Every member of the Soledad Unified School District team actively works to create the conditions for student success and contribute to a positive learning environment. We commit everyday to nurturing the unique skills and abilities of every student and we work as a collaborative team within each school site and our greater learning community to achieve our vision.
RESTAURANT
Jacks Monterey
Monterey, CA, 93940
Jacks Monterey serves globally inspired California cuisine made from local, sustainable ingredients and a menu of artisan cocktails, wine, and craft beer. Experience the fresh flavors of California's Central Coast at our downtown Monterey restaurant and bar.
RESTAURANT
James Dean Burgers and More
salinas, CA, 93901
SCHOOL
Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary School
Salinas, CA, 93905
We at Jesse G. Sánchez Elementary School believe all children deserve a safe, positive learning environment where they are challenged, supported, and valued for their individuality, language and culture, so they become life-long learners, and positive contributors to the future. Jesse G. Sánchez School staff sees children for the special gifts they bring to school, their language, their culture, their experiences and their enthusiasm. The staff builds on these strengths to provide all children with a positive learning environment in order to build perseverance in students so they may overcome the negative environmental factors that may thwart success at school and in life. Our staff believes in supporting student learning by growing professionally in research based instructional strategies, and supporting our students' emotional well being. We at Jesse G. Sánchez believe in our Sánchez Hawks!
SCHOOL
John E Steinbeck Elementary
Salinas, CA, 93906
John E. Steinbeck Elementary, "Home of the Ponies," nestled in eastern Salinas, offers Transitional Kinder through 6th grade general and special educational classes. At their school, their children learn how to become a productive 21st Century global citizen and develop to be a lifelong learner.
OTHER
Kairos Learning Solutions
Salinas, CA, 93901
Kairos Learning Solutions is an educational consulting firm offering solutions to all your learning needs. Based in Salinas, they serve Monterey County and beyond. Kairos offers tutoring, mentoring, homeschool support, leadership and enrichment classes for students of all ages and ability levels. They have passionate and dedicated educators who are committed to your child's success.
SCHOOL
Kammann Elementary School
Salinas, CA, 93906
Henry F. Kammann School is dedicated to assuring that students are prepared for college and career. They will assure exemplary education for all their students, support growth for their professionals, and foster the educational development of the entire community.
RESTAURANT
La Cantina Brewing Company
Salinas, CA, 93901
RESTAURANT
La Casa del Sazon
Salinas, CA, 93901
La Casa del Sazón is a family friendly restaurant that serves Mexican cuisine from the state of Michoacán. Try their vegetable molcajete, fajitas, and huarache from the Blue Zones Inspired menu!
RESTAURANT
La Casa del Sazon
Salinas, CA, 93901
La Casa del Sazón is a family friendly restaurant that serves Mexican cuisine from the state of Michoacán. Try their vegetable molcajete, fajitas, and huarache from the Blue Zones Inspired menu!
SCHOOL
La Gloria Elementary School
Gonzales, CA, 93926
As the principal representing our distinguished staff, it is our privilege to guide your child on their elementary journey at La Gloria Elementary School. Our mission is to empower all students through academic excellence in becoming globally conscious citizens who shape our world by making positive, innovative, and responsible choices. Our TK – 5th grade school consists of 850 scholars who strive each day to do their best and make our world a better place.
