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Thrive Events
Thrive Leadership Circle Luncheon: Community Space Nonprofit Connection Series
Tues, April 26, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Nonprofit executives are invited to a special in-person luncheon at the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Community Space in Redwood City. This will be the first event in our Community Space Nonprofit Connection Series, which will create a meaningful space for local nonprofit leaders to connect and engage in thoughtful dialogue, co-create solutions to pressing challenges in an ever-changing landscape, and thrive in a joyful community with a sense of optimism for the possibilities for the future.
Join us for this opportunity to engage with peers in a trusted group setting and participate in sharing ideas and wisdom about the nonprofit sector's current issues.
We will:
Reconnect as a nonprofit community over lunch, art, and networking
Preview Thrive & CZI's Nonprofit Connection Series calendar
Present Thrive’s Strategic Alliances Initiative recommendations and actions are taken, including the launch of a COAD (Community Organizations Active in Disaster)
With support from the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, we will be hosting this luncheon in Redwood City, with a limit of 100 participants, at the CZI Community Space. The event program and location details will be sent to registered attendees.
Voter Education and Outreach Advisory Committee (VEOAC) Meeting
Wed, April 20, 9:00 - 10:30 am
Join VEOAC to share your election outreach strategies! We will also have updates on the primary election, election education toolkit, and an update from the County Elections Office.
Please note that on Mon, May 9, all ballots will be mailed to registered voters. You can begin voting at any Vote Center on Sat, June 4. The last day to vote is Tues, June 7.
Co-chaired by San Francisco Peninsula People Power, the County Elections Office, and Thrive Alliance.
Candidate Forum: U.S. Representative, 15th District
Wed, April 20, 2:00 - 3:30 pm
The U.S. Representative of District 15 will represent our local interests in the U.S. Congress by making and voting on federal laws, introducing bills, resolutions, and amendments, and serving on committees.
All districts have changed since the 2020 census report and the redistricting process that followed. Congressional District 15 includes the cities of Daly City, Colma, South San Francisco, San Bruno, Millbrae, Burlingame, San Mateo, Hillsborough, Highlands, Foster City, Belmont, Redwood City, San Carlos, Emerald Lake Hills, Menlo Park, and East Palo Alto.
Spanish interpretation and live transcripts will also be made available during the event.
Environment & Sustainability TAG: Earth Day Social
Thurs, April 21, 3:30 - 5:00 pm
Join us at Central Park, San Mateo (picnic area #4) for our first in-person social in years! Celebrate Earth Day by getting together in person and catching up with the environment and sustainability community, while also enjoying a delicious, vegetarian taco bar from Suavecito and drinks for everyone!
All districts have changed since the 2020 census report and the redistricting process that followed. District 3 includes the cities of Atherton, Southeast Belmont, Half Moon Bay, Pacifica, Portola Valley, San Carlos, and Woodside, Unincorporated Devonshire Canyon, El Granada, Emerald Lake Hills, Harbor Industrial Park, La Honda, Ladera, Loma Mar, Los Trancos Woods, Miramar, Montara, Moss Beach, Palomar Park, Pescadero, Princeton By-The-Sea, San Gregorio, Skyline, Skylonda, Stanford Lands, Vista Verde, and West Menlo Park.
Note: If any candidate receives 50% plus one of the votes, the race will be decided in June.
Spanish interpretation and live transcripts will also be made available during the event.
Candidate Forum for Children's Issues: Board of Supervisors, Districts 2 & 3
Thursday, May 5, 6:00 - 7:30 pm
Thrive Alliance and Choose Children 2022, a project of Silicon Valley Community Foundation, invite you to attend a forum for candidates for San Mateo County Board of Supervisors Districts 2 and 3 to discuss critical children’s issues and their plans to shape a county where children and families can thrive.
If you are concerned about the issues facing children, including affordable and high-quality child care and learning environments, the effects of COVID-19 on parents, teachers and learners, and the mental health of children and families, plan on attending this forum to learn where the candidates stand on these issues and their plans for addressing them.
The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors oversees county departments, programs, and property, with an annual budget of over $3 billion.
Thrive Wellness Wednesdays: Mental Health Awareness Month
Wed, May 11, 2:00 - 3:30 pm
Join Thrive and the County of San Mateo Employee Wellness Team as we dive into Mental Health Awareness Month in our virtual series: Thrive Wellness Wednesdays. These sessions are held on the second Wednesday of every other month and incorporate practices like self-massage, mindful art, movement exercises to meditation, and an exploration of ways that we can take care of ourselves for optimal health and well-being.
This month will feature a special speaker and a self-assessment practice in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. We hope you and your team will join us!
Note: These sessions are not a replacement for professional guidance or counseling.
In partnership with other community-based organizations, Thrive is hosting a series of candidate forums designed to elevate the most pressing issues of nonprofits and their communities in San Mateo County. Please join us!
Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder and Chief Elections Officer: Date TBD
San Mateo County Sheriff (In-person): Wed, April 27, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Board of Supervisors District 2: Mon, May 2, 3:30 - 5:00 pm
The pandemic has made crystal clear the value of preparation and collaboration during times of crisis. In light of this, Thrive is creating a network called a COAD (Community Organizations Active in Disaster) in San Mateo County. This COAD will enhance community resilience, facilitate communication, coordination, and collaboration among nonprofit and faith-based organizations, government agencies, and the private sector during all phases of a disaster.
As a trusted network of over 200 nonprofits, Thrive is well-positioned to support the mission of the COAD and coordinate among the nonprofit, government, and private sectors. With the financial support of the philanthropic community, we’ve taken on this role to strengthen the ability of San Mateo County to respond effectively to disasters. But we need your help!
Please complete the survey below to help us understand your organization’s needs and capabilities to prepare for and respond to an emergency (e.g. earthquake, wildfire, pandemic, etc).
We’re in this together and together we can do more!
Thrive has created an Election Education Toolkit to amplify and strengthen voter outreach and education in traditionally less engaged communities. The toolkit will be available in English and Spanish. A stipend of $1,500 will be made available for select organizations. Interested? Email Yajaira Ortega for more information.
Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna Vaccine for 2nd boosters - ages 50+ and immunocompromised individuals ages 12+ who have received a booster at least 4 months prior.
Location: St James AME Zion Church - 825 Monte Diablo Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401. Please enter by the side street-level door.
Community Events
The Parent Venture: Seeing Race – Talking With Your Kids About Ethnicity, Culture, and Inclusion
Thurs, April 21, 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Now, more than ever, understanding the experiences of those different than us is a critical life skill. How can you have conversations with your kids about topics like inter and intra-racial conflict, diversity, equity, and implicit bias? Join The Parent Venture and Donald E. Grant, Jr., PsyD, for a "courageous conversation" about race/ethnicity, culture, and inclusion.
County of San Mateo: Why Homelessness is a Countywide Issue
Fri, April 22, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
The County of San Mateo has recently launched their 2022: Our Year of Working Together to End Homelessness Initiative and will be hosting a series of discussions and events. Join them for their first virtual event as they explore the impact of homelessness on the health and education of our homeless residents and families with Dr. Frank Trinh, Supervising Physician with San Mateo County Health Department, Dr. Kapil Chopra, Mental Health Medical Director, and Superintendent Nancy Magee, San Mateo County Office of Education.
The panel will be followed by videos and a presentation on the services for homeless residents of San Mateo County including a discussion on what is effective and what needs to be improved.
Tired of the hassles of parking and traffic? Want to do something truly green for Earth Month? Join Acterra for "E-Bikes in the Park" for a chance to check out various models of electric bikes and ask questions. Today’s electric bikes are convenient, easy to use, and an affordable way to green your errands or commute — and they are so much fun to ride. If you’ve been curious to know more, this is the event for you!
The Parent Venture: How To Keep the Lines of Communication Open With Your Child or Teen
Tues, April 26, 5:30 - 6:30 pm
We want our children to learn to express themselves — within the family, in school, and in the community in which they live. What role can parents play in supporting communication that enables kids to thrive? Join The Parent Venture and Donald E. Grant, Jr., PsyD, to discuss how you can promote open communication with your child or teen.
San Mateo Police Activities League (PAL): Online Auction
Mon, May 2 - Wed, May 11
Get ready for another fantastic online auction held by San Mateo Police Activities League (PAL) to support their PAL community. Bid on amazing items and win great prizes for a good cause. This online auction will feature many one-of-a-kind packages you don't want to miss, all for great prices.
Acterra: Electric Vehicle Financial Incentives Clinic
Wed, May 4, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Think you can’t afford an EV? Think again! Join Acterra for a chance to learn about the many financial assistance programs available to income-qualifying residents, including the Clean Cars for Allgrant, Clean Vehicle Assistancegrant, and county-specific programs in the San Francisco Bay Area. Afterward, attendees may request a free consultation for additional guidance in identifying the programs for which they qualify.
Note: This event will be conducted in English and Spanish.
Second Round of Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests Now Available
Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order 2 sets of 4 free at-home tests. If you already ordered your first set, order a second today. If you need help ordering your tests, you can call 1-800-232-0233 (1-888-720-7489 for TTY). Orders will usually ship in 7-12 days.
If you need a COVID-19 test now, please see other testing resources for free testing locations in your area.
For COVID-19 health and vaccine information for San Mateo County, visit San Mateo County Health.
COVID-19 Communications
The County of San Mateo Office of Community Affairs provides these COVID-19 prevention, testing, and vaccination communications for you to share with your community. For additional communications click here.
Did you know that April is National Month of Hope? Everyone needs hope, so spread a little sunshine and bring hope into the lives of others. Find resources and more here: https://www.smcgov.org/ceo/community-resources
COVID-19 boosters help keep you strong and protected. #GetBoosted to supercharge your immunity. Visit MyTurn.ca.gov or call 833-422-4255 to find a vaccine near you.
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