CalNonprofits is estimating that the California State budget that passed last Monday contains nearly $4 billion dollars in new, one-time funding for nonprofits. Much of this will come through state grants that will be on the state grants portal when they are ready in a few months. This is in addition to the federal American Rescue Plan Act which brought billions of dollars directly to local governments. It is critical that we continue to advocate to make sure nonprofits are included as those funds are distributed locally.
Thrive is speaking up to make sure that nonprofits get recovery funding. Thrive submitted a joint advocacy letter with the SMC Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Contractors' Association to the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors urging investment in strengthening and sustaining nonprofits for our local recovery. Discussions are ongoing with the Board regarding these requests.
Because we know that representation is vital to creating policies that support everyone in our communities, we continue to pay attention to redistricting, and districting for your local city, school board and special districts. Although we are still waiting on the census data (to be released September 23), it is not too early to start identifying your community of interest. We will host a training on September 2 on how to use the tools to submit your own proposed map. Our redistricting webpage links to information on the process in individual jurisdictions, as well as resources and recordings.
As always, please reach out to us with your concerns and campaigns.
In partnership,
Petra Silton, Director of Advocacy & Education
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Thrive Upcoming Events
Voter Education and Outreach Advisory Committee (VEOAC) Meeting
Wed, July 21, 9:00 - 10:30 am
The recall election is September 14! Share your outreach plans and have your questions answered. Open to everyone. Co-chaired by San Francisco Peninsula People Power, the County Elections Office, and Thrive Alliance.
For more Thrive and Community events, visit Thrive's Event Page.
Federal, State, County Updates
Federal Updates
Congresswoman Speier Secures Nearly $22 Million in Federal Funding for Local Infrastructure Needs
Recently, the House of Representatives passed the INVEST in America Act, a sweeping five-year surface transportation reauthorization and clean water authorization bill.
If you missed our Town Hall with Congresswoman Speier, check out our blog!
Highlights of the newest budget trailer bills include pilots for guaranteed minimum income, significant funding for broadband, pay raises for childcare workers, utility debt relief for consumers and more! More budget-related bills will be acted on in the new fiscal year.
National Council of Nonprofits: ACE Act Proposes Tax Law Changes to Incentivize the Disbursement of Charitable Funds
Last month, Senators King (I-ME) and Grassley (R-IA) introduced the Accelerating Charitable Efforts (ACE) Act (S.1981), a bill to impose mandates and restrictions on Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) and private foundations.
County Update California's Eviction Moratorium Extension: What's in It for Tenants and Landlord?
California renters, who are still struggling to pay the rent even as the pandemic wanes, will be shielded from eviction through Sept. 30, under a last-minute deal announced June 25 by Gov. Gavin Newsom and legislative leaders.
San Mateo County will receive money for projects in Millbrae, Redwood City and Pacifica, including $5 million toward ferry service at the Port of Redwood City.
San Mateo County Approves $6.3B Budget
Innovation and equity are guiding principles in San Mateo County’s $6.3 billion two-year budget, which received approval on June 23 from the Board of Supervisors, after three days of budget hearings.
Resources & Calls to Action
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Seamless Bay Area created a set of Seamless Transit Principles to support a seamlessly integrated, convenient, well-connected, affordable public transportation system which is essential for a sustainable region. Thrive recently signed their petition. Sign the petition and learn more about the principles here.
County COVID-19 Updates
Host a SMC Vaccination Pop-up Event
The County of San Mateo is now offering to bring Vaccination Pop-up Events to your neighborhood. The purpose of the small, targeted Pop-up events is to reduce barriers to getting vaccinated by making it convenient for you, your network and your community.
The County of San Mateo is pleased to announce a Request for Quotes (RFQ) funding opportunity for community-based organizations to support outreach efforts for the California State Rental Relief Program.
Silicon Valley Community Foundation (SVCF) has partnered with Heising-Simons Foundation (HSF) to create the Community Catalyst Fund – Promoting Civic Participation. Through this grant program, SVCF will provide funding to organizations responding to the needs of BIPOC and low-income communities following the 2020 general election.
Community Grants Fund
Deadline: Wed, September 22
The San Bruno Community Foundationis now accepting applications for their Community Grants Fund. This responsive grantmaking program allows local community groups to apply for grants of up to $25,000 to support new or existing programs that benefit the San Bruno community.
On the Verge invites any San Mateo County nonprofit and public sector staff members in the family strengthening arena to explore a unique leadership program. Selected leaders will come together for ten to eleven months of learning, growth, and deep partnership building, creating a cross-sector team.
Peninsula Clean Energy
Peninsula Clean Energy has big rebates for electric heat pump water heaters! If you live in San Mateo County, you could be eligible for $2,500 or more if you replace your gas water heater with a heat pump water heater. If you are a CARE/FERA customer, or if you are upgrading your electrical panel, you could be eligible for even bigger rebates. Why switch? Heat pump water heaters are cleaner, safer and more energy-efficient than gas water heaters. Learn more about the rebates at the Peninsula Clean Energy website.
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