What happens when a community comes together?
June 2025 – August 2026
Great things. Over the past year, SMNA volunteers and residents have connected neighbors with local leaders, strengthened community safety, organized family-friendly events and cleanups, supported families in need, and advocated for issues that matter most to San Martin.
San Martin Neighbors Making a Difference
🏛️ 5 Town Halls
Connected residents with County officials, agencies, and community leaders to discuss local issues, receive updates, and ask questions.
🛡️ 3 Neighborhood Watch Meetings
Partnered with law enforcement to share public safety information and strengthen neighborhood connections.
🌿 2 Trash Bash Community Cleanups
More than 30 volunteers helped remove litter and beautify Monterey Road and San Martin Avenue.
🚓 National Night Out
Brought together neighbors, families, law enforcement, first responders, and community organizations to strengthen relationships and promote community safety.
🐣 Community Easter Egg Hunt
Over 50 children and parents enjoyed a family-friendly event hosted with the Easter Bunny, the San Martin Lions, and SMNA volunteers.
🎁 2 Holiday Giving Events
Provided Thanksgiving and Christmas support to local families in need.
• 40 families received a 20-pound turkey.
• 10 families received a $100 Walmart gift card.
Community Advocacy & Engagement
📣 Connecting Residents & Government Bringing County officials, agencies, and law enforcement directly to San Martin while advocating for residents' concerns.
📢 Keeping Residents Informed Sharing community updates through monthly newsletters, meetings, our website, and social media.
🤝 Encouraging Participation Helping residents stay engaged and have a voice in decisions affecting San Martin.
🌱 Supporting Community Improvements Partnering on beautification, public safety, transportation, cleanups, and other quality-of-life projects.
More Than Events
Our impact is measured by the connections we build, the information we share, the concerns we address, and the improvements we help achieve. Everything we accomplish is possible because residents, volunteers, businesses, community organizations, and public agencies work together.
A Night of Gratitude and Celebration
Philanthropy Night reminds us that community is built through service — through people who show up, give their time, and make a difference.
2025 SMNA Honorees
Robert Caballero
Robert has been a steady, committed voice for San Martin Lions for decades. His
leadership, advocacy, and dedication have shaped countless community conversations. Robert’s work continues to inspire residents and future leaders, strengthening both San Martin Lions Club & SMNA’s mission and community engagement.
Liz Paredes Bahnsen
Liz’s passion for community outreach and volunteer coordination has touched families across San Martin. Her ability to bring people together, support local initiatives, and advocate for residents makes her an invaluable part of SMNA’s work.
Robert & Liz--Thank you for all you do for the San Martin Community and Beyond.
