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Thrive RISE will be in communication with nonprofits, emergency managers, and other agencies throughout the storm to help communicate needs and coordinate responses. Sign up for notifications by subscribing to the Community Organizations Active in Disaster (COAD) mailing list or by filling out this Google Form.
Please also take a moment to complete the Storm Impacts Survey for San Mateo County Nonprofits and Community-Based Organizations.
Arts & Culture Thrive Action Group (TAG): One Billion Dollars for Arts Education - What Happens Next with Prop. 28 Funds?
Wed, January 25, 1:00 - 3:00 pm, In-Person
On Nov. 8, Californians overwhelmingly passed Proposition 28, bringing a windfall of arts education funding to schools. While arts education is mandated in grades 1-12, each district must decide how to fund and implement it. The result has been inconsistent arts programming that leaves many children, especially those in low-income areas, with little exposure or access to the arts and creative forms of expression. Many dedicated and experienced arts education nonprofits have emerged to address this issue.
Prop. 28 will provide about $1 billion each year in funding to California public schools using 80% of the money on teachers and aides, and the balance will be used for art supplies and materials. How will this affect our nonprofit arts education providers?
Children & Education Thrive Action Group (TAG): Funding Streams & Partnerships in Education
Thurs, January 26, 10:00 - 11:00 am, Virtual
Join us for a conversation with Rubie Acosta Macaraeg, Expanded Learning and Community Partnerships Coordinator, and Niambi Clay, Executive Director of Equity, Social Justice and Inclusion with the San Mateo County Office of Education about:
Expanded learning and community partnerships funding streams
How to leverage current state initiatives to develop strong partnerships between community-based organizations and school districts
What SMCOE's role is and what it offers providers
We will also reflect on and build on the success of September's Summit of Education Leaders on Partnerships in Education.
*Zoom information will be sent to registered attendees.
President Biden made an emergency declaration for California counties impacted by winter storms that caused widespread flooding, mudslides, high winds, and power outages. As San Mateo County begins its recovery journey, we invite stakeholders to reconsider what we know about a "typical" flood event and explore methods for radically reducing our future flood risk through nature-based solutions. Join our panel of experts to learn about the complexity of calculating flood risk, regulatory frameworks for mandating green infrastructure, and community-implemented nature-based solutions.
OneShoreline Project Manager, Makena Wong,will present an overview of flood risk in San Mateo County and categories of mitigation.
County/City Association of Governments (C/CAG) for San Mateo County Senior Program Specialist, Reid Bogert, will address the regulatory framework for and government implementation of green infrastructure.
Climate Resilient Communities Resilient Adaptation Program Manager, Cade Cannedy, will share a case study of locally-implemented green infrastructure and recommend duplicating those efforts in other communities.
Peninsula Clean Energy Senior Manager of Community Relations, Kirsten Andrews-Schwind, will share the Home Upgrade programs available to residents who have been affected by the storms.
Resource Conservation District San Mateo Executive Director, Kellyx Nelson, will present their work on nature-based solutions for climate mitigation, watershed protection to mitigate disasters, and emergency response to mitigate hazards after a fire or flooding.
After hosting virtual gatherings since the onset of COVID-19, the County of San Mateo (County) and co-sponsor Thrive Alliance invite you to join us at the summit on Tuesday, February 7! The County and Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) aim to improve work relationships in meaningful ways. The themes identified over the last few years include open and honest workgroup settings to improve communication, support, and much more. The County and CBOs deeply understand the importance of partnership to positively impact our community members, especially those most in need, to the maximum extent possible.
Please join us to reconnect in person to discuss progress on joint effort recommendations, and explore opportunities to provide shared services to the community through an equity lens. County Executive Michael Callagy, County Chief Financial Officer Roberto Manchia, and County Chief Equity Officer Shireen Malekafzali, in collaboration with Executive Director of Thrive Alliance, Georgia Farooq, and Chief Executive Officer of Peninsula Family Services, Heather Cleary, will join us to provide updates on new initiatives and efforts. Thrive Alliance will also provide an update on the nonprofit landscape and Thrive RISE (Resilience in Shared Emergencies) in partnership with the County's Department of Emergency Management.
Thrive Wellness Wednesdays Survey: Help Us Plan Next Year
This year, Thrive explored a variety of wellness and self-care techniques to bring to our everyday lives through our Thrive Wellness Wednesdays program. Together, we learned about laughter yoga, mindful art, progressive muscle relaxation, medication, and more.
Please take a quick survey and help us plan next year's Thrive Wellness Wednesdays, events and tell us what you would like to learn about in 2023.
Looking for office space or other nonprofits interested in sharing a location? Contact Thrive and we will help to facilitate a connection.
Community Announcements
County Asks Residents to Help Determine Storm Damage to Private Property in Unincorporated Areas
Deadline: Sat, January 28
The County Department of Emergency Management is asking for the public’s help in estimating the damage caused by recent storms in the unincorporated areas.
Completing this survey (also available in Spanish) will help determine if the County qualifies for state or federal disaster assistance from the storms that began on New Year's Eve 2022. Completing the survey does not guarantee that the region or property owner will be eligible for disaster assistance.
Note: The survey is for property owners, renters, and business owners. It only takes a few minutes to complete.
County Provides Mental Health Counselors, Other Resources to Support Coastal Residents
The County of San Mateo is providing mental health counselors and other support to the community. The Crisis Response Team (CRT) from Behavioral Health and Recovery Services has been meeting with families in the reunification center and other locations in Half Moon Bay. CRT staff are trained in crisis response, suicide prevention, and other mental health interventions. They provide individual and group psychological first aid, grief support counseling, connection to needed ongoing services, and crisis intervention counseling free of charge to residents in need. To learn more click here.
Silicon Valley Community Foundation (SVCF): Emergency and Disaster Relief Fund
Silicon Valley Community Foundation (SVCF) is now accepting applications from nonprofit organizations, faith-based organizations, and public entities for their Emergency and Disaster Relief Fund. This fund is designed to provide critical resources during disasters that affect our region, including fires, droughts, earthquakes, flooding, and unforeseen emergency events that may afflict local residents and communities. For more information or to apply click here.
Note: Priority will be given to areas in San Mateo and Santa Clara counties that have been adversely affected by the emergency and/or disaster.
Silicon Valley Community Foundation (SVCF): Nonprofit Survey Results
Why did they launch this survey? In line with SVCF's organizational values of courage, collaboration, inclusion, respect, and accountability,the organization followed up on the community listening sessions held prior to the pandemic to share their updated vision, priorities, and actions, and ask the nonprofit community: “Do you feel like we heard you?”
SVCF is grateful to the 230 respondents that gave their time to complete the survey, sharing their valuable thoughts and suggestions. Thank you! Your feedback helps the nonprofit sector continue to reflect, adjust and become more effective partners.
From SVCF's President & CEO, Nicole Taylor:
We hope you will take a moment to review the compiled survey results and our learnings. As always, we welcome your thoughts, observations, and suggestions. View the results here.
Community Events
Social Impact Advisor Network & NXUnite: Engage with Your Endowment - Endowment Best Practices in 2023
Wed, January 25, 12:00 - 1:00 pm
To grow a successful endowment fund, you need to have a strategy. Join Maya Tussing, Partner & Co-Founder with Fairlight Advisors, and a panel of experts as they discuss best practices for starting, implementing, and growing your endowment this 2023.
Social Impact Advisor Network: How Do Auditors Help Strengthen Nonprofit Financial Reporting?
Thurs, February 9, 12:00 - 1:00 pm
How do auditors help strengthen nonprofit financial reporting? Join Social Impact Advisor Network as they hear briefly from Cecilia Angat, Nonprofit Practice Leader and Partner with Baker Tilly to discuss nonprofit financial reporting. Then participate in a virtual roundtable discussion to meet others working in or serving the nonprofit sector.
Note: Social Impact Advisor Network meets monthly on the 2nd Thursday of every month from 12:00 - 1:00 pm on Zoom.
Pacific Beach Coalition: 16th Annual Surf Movie Fundraiser
Fri, February 10, 6:00 - 7:30 pm
Join Pacific Beach Coalition for their 16th Annual Surf Movie Fundraiser. This year’s movie will be Keep It A Secret. Keep It A Secret is the first documentary film to tell the inspiring story of the surfing pioneers from Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, who found in the exhilaration of wave-riding an escape from the troubles and a common bond that transcended the political hostilities and religious sectarianism that divided their countrymen.
Location: Mildred Owen Concert Hall, 1200 Linda Mar Blvd, Pacifica, CA Two Showings: 6:00 pm & 8:30 pm Price: $20
Join Acterra for their annual Promise to Our Planet fundraiser and awards ceremony. This year’s theme is “Charting Progress, Celebrating Community” and will include small group networking, a keynote presentation by Donnel Baird, Founder and CEO of BlocPower, and other distinguished guest speakers.
Note: Proceeds from the Fund-a-Future will benefit Acterra’s Bay Area-based educational programs.
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 updated communications click here.
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