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Thrive Events
Children & Education Thrive Action Group (TAG): Moving From Theoretical Policies to Action
Tues, June 14, 3:00 - 4:00 pm
During the Candidate Forum on Children's Issues in May, many interesting ideas were proposed. Let's discuss how some of these ideas would impact community-based organizations (CBOs) and youth in San Mateo County and reflect on what effective collaboration looks like between CBOs and the San Mateo County Office of Education.
Here are some questions to get us thinking:
How can we bridge the gap between thought and action?
What are the wins and challenges of past partnerships?
What does the ideal relationship between the County and CBOs look like?
Environment & Sustainability and Basic Needs & Safety Net (TAG):
Food Waste Reduction & Recovery
Thurs, June 30, 3:30 - 5:00 pm
Senate Bill 1383, also known as California's Short-Lived Climate Pollutant Reduction Law, targets short-lived climate pollutants such as methane by limiting organic wastes while also increasing food rescue and thereby addressing food insecurity. This bill, which went into effect on January 1 of this year, requires recovery 20% of edible food for human consumption that would otherwise be disposed of or be composted, by 2025.
Join Thrive as we address both sides of this bill: environmentally, how food rescue in the county has reduced pollutant levels; and socially, how nonprofit organizations have been receiving and distributing the recovered, edible food to our local communities. Find out how both sides have been working together, and how more organizations and businesses can participate in recovering food while reducing organic waste.
This meeting will be an opportunity for connection building between those involved in the Environment & Sustainability and Basic Needs & Safety Net Thrive Action Groups (TAGs) and opportunities to find out how your organization can participate in these programs.
With support from the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, we will be hosting this event in Redwood City at the CZI Community Space. Location details will be sent to registered attendees. Zoom option will be available for those who would like to listen.
Voter Education and Outreach Advisory Committee (VEOAC) Meeting
Wed, July 13, 9:30 - 11:00 am
This month we want to hear your reflections on this election. What did you learn? Who were your partners and/or supporters? How did you succeed? How do your efforts compare to the rate of voting in San Mateo County? What learnings will you bring to the November election?
With support from the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, we will be hosting this event in Redwood City at the CZI Community Space. Location details will be sent to registered attendees. A Zoom option will be available for those who would like to join virtually.
The practice of gratitude has been scientifically proven to provide tremendous benefits. Join Thrive and the County of San Mateo Employee Wellness Team as we explore how to cultivate an "attitude of gratitude" in our virtual series: Thrive Wellness Wednesdays. This month will feature exercises to help us develop our gratitude muscles, and learn how to incorporate a little more appreciation into our daily lives.
These sessions are held on the second Wednesday of every other month and incorporate practices like self-massage, mindful art, movement exercises meditation, and an exploration of ways that we can take care of ourselves for optimal health and well-being. If you are looking to include additional wellness practices and learn about ways to take care of yourself both within and outside of the workplace, we hope you and your team will join us!
Note: These sessions are not a replacement for professional guidance or counseling.
Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI) is pleased to announce the RFA launch for CZI’s annual Community Fund, which will help support organizations that are creating a more socially, economically, and racially just San Mateo County. Through this funding opportunity, selected partners will be awarded two-year grants up to $200,000, along with opportunities to participate in capacity-building programming.
California Nonprofit Performing Arts Grant Program
The application window is expected to open on Wed, June 29
Performing arts nonprofits will soon be able to apply for $49.5M in grants from the new California Nonprofit Performing Arts Grant program. Nonprofit theater, dance, music, and other performance companies can seek funds to promote workforce development, helping eligible organizations support their current and potential employees. Eligible organizations include registered 501(c)(3) nonprofits with no more than $2M in annual gross revenue, as well as projects operating under fiscal sponsorship.
Note: A series of informational webinars will be held by Californians for the Arts during the week of June 20-24. The exact dates and times will be announced soon.
Community Events
Acterra: EV Charging - Green at Home Series
Wed, June 15, 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Are you interested in buying an electric vehicle but are unsure about how to charge it? Join Acterra for the third workshop in their Green@Home series where you will learn from EV expert, Matt Londre with Willow Glen Electric, about how to maximize the convenience and cost-effectiveness of EV charging whether you live in a single-family or a multi-family building.
This workshop will cover resources for home and community EV charging, rebates, and ways to optimize your EV charging experience. Peninsula Clean Energy will also discuss EV charging programs available to their residential customers.
San Mateo County Pride Center: Trans Talks - How Public Health Affects Gender Affirming Care
Thurs, June 16, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join the San Mateo County Pride Center and Sidney Owens for a discussion on public health policies, past, present, and future, and how they can affect wellness and outcomes in trans populations.
San Mateo County Pride Center's 5-Year Anniversary Celebration
Thurs, June 30, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Join the San Mateo County Pride Center as they virtually celebrate their 5-year anniversary milestone. This event will feature a chance to hear from county leaders, community partners, some of the founding team members, and YOU (yes, YOU!) about the impact the Pride Center has made.
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 has provided COVID-19 prevention, testing, and vaccination communications for you to share with your community. To access the communications click here.
Celebrate Love. Celebrate Vaccines. During Pride Month, celebrate self-love by protecting yourself from COVID-19. Visit myturn.ca.gov or call 1 (833) 422-4255 to find a vaccination location near you.
If you have COVID-19 symptoms, talk to a health care provider about treatment options or visit a Test to Treat location (a one-stop testing and treatment site) to see if you qualify for a COVID-19 treatment that can help keep you out of the hospital. bit.ly/CA_COVIDTreatments
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