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Thrive Events
Environment & Sustainability Thrive Action Group (TAG): How Do We Get There? Accessible and Affordable Public Transportation for All
Tues, March 28, 2:00 - 3:30 pm, In-Person
A robust public transportation system is key to social and economic mobility for San Mateo County residents, as well as to carbon emissions reduction. However, public transit across the Bay Area remains inaccessible and unaffordable for many residents. How can we reimagine and advocate for transit systems that reduce socioeconomic and geographic barriers for our communities? What steps must we take to get there?
Join us to learn about opportunities to advocate for policies and programs toward improving accessibility and affordability in public transportation. Speakers coming soon!
Note: This event is free to attend, but registration is required.
Thrive RISE (Resilience in Shared Emergencies): Monthly Meeting
Wed, March 29, 10:00 - 11:30 am, Virtual
Join the countywide coalition of Community Organizations Active in Disasters (COAD), Thrive RISE for our March Monthly Meeting. We'll be going over some lessons learned from the storms and developing goals for how the COAD can support community risk reduction moving forward. All organizations are welcome, regardless of sector or experience in responding to community emergencies.
Open to all. Registration is not required for these recurring meetings.
Thrive RISE (Resilience in Shared Emergencies): Emergency Response Plan Development for Nonprofits
Thurs, April 13, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, Virtual
During and immediately after hazardous events and emergencies, staff need to know what to do to protect their own safety, client safety, and prevent secondary hazards like fires and gas leaks. In this 2-hour training, nonprofits and community-based organizations will learn how to develop emergency plans to promote staff and client safety during emergencies and disasters. This course will focus on immediate life safety planning in nonprofit spaces and provide participants with a blueprint for developing an emergency plan appropriate for their organization.
* Zoom information will be sent to registered attendees.
County Measure K Fund Grant for Affordable Housing, Emergency Services, and Children, Youth, and Families
Deadline: Fri, March 31, 2023
San Mateo County District 2 Supervisor Noelia Corzo’s Office is accepting Measure K fund grant applications from local government agencies and 501(c)(3) nonprofits for District 2-specific or County-wide projects and programs that support affordable housing, children, youth, and families, and emergency services. To learn more about Measure K and how to apply click here.
Time is Running Out to Apply for Federal Disaster Assistance
The deadline to apply for federal disaster assistance for damage caused by the storms and flooding that began in late December 2022 is Thursday, March 16, 2023.
Disaster assistance may include grants to help pay for temporary housing and essential home repairs as well as other serious disaster-related needs such as medical and dental expenses, transportation, childcare, and moving and storage expenses.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA, and the federal Small Business Administration offer a variety of relief grants, loans, and other assistance. To learn more click here.
For FEMA FAQ videos on how and when to submit your FEMA application visit Thrive's Youtube channel.
Community Events
The Parent Venture: 4 Insights from Child Development That Made Me a Better Parent
Wed, March 15, 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Kids don’t come with instruction manuals. But when parents learn a little something about child development, we can use those insights to support our kids. Join Deborah Farmer Kris for an engaging exploration of four key lessons drawn from cognitive science — lessons that can help kids thrive academically and navigate social and emotional challenges.
The Parent Venture: Cyberbullying and Social Media - The Role of Parents, Youth, and the Community
Thurs, March 16, 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Sameer Hinduja, Ph.D., is recognized internationally for his groundbreaking work on cyberbullying and safe social media use, concerns that parallel the exponential growth in online communication by young people.
In this presentation, Dr. Hinduja will share evolving "best practices" that can be implemented in your home and family. He will examine cyberbullying and unwise social media use, and offer practical strategies for identification, prevention, and response.
Fuse Theatre: Creative Coffee Hour - A Space for Artists to Meet and Make Together
Sun, March 18, 10:00 - 11:00 am
Pour yourself a cup of coffee and join Fuse Theatre for their upcoming Creative Coffee Hour: A Space for Artists to Meet and Make Together. During this event Fuse Theatre will be talking about the art they are loving and the art they are working on. They will also have the opportunity to create some art together! Artists of all kinds are welcome, and participation is free!
Peninsula Family Service: Older Adult Peer Counseling Open House
Wed, March 22, 1:30 - 3:30 pm
Join Peninsula Family Service for their upcoming Older Adult Peer Counseling Open House for a chance to meet with Peninsula Family Service staff and learn about the upcoming Peer Counselor Training in April.
Note: The training will be held in Chinese, English, and Spanish.
Sustainable San Mateo County: The Race to Zero Waste
Wed, March 22, 5:30 - 6:30 pm
During this Happy Hour, Sustainable San Mateo County will discuss what Zero Waste is, why it's important, and how to get there. They will explore how some of the latest legislations, including SB54 (packaging/plastics) and SB244 (right to repair/replacement parts for consumers products), are key in reaching Zero Waste and discuss innovative pilot projects and success stories demonstrating San Mateo County's leadership in addressing waste.
Speakers: Lillian Clark, Resource Conservation Program Manager, Waste Reduction, County of San Mateo, Office of Sustainability- Waste Reduction, and Mia Rossi, Waste Zero Manager, Recology San Mateo County.
Fuse Theatre: Workshop for Multicultural Competence
Sat, March 25, 10:00 - 11:00 am
Join Fuse Theatre for a workshop that focuses on resilience and integrates somatic practices while teaching anti-oppression principles through various games and exercises. This is constructed as a play workshop to encourage participants in the path of pleasure activism, to engage in social justice from the attitude of gratitude or a disposition of joy and curiosity.
Kids & Art Foundation: Cancer, Creativity, Connection
Sat, March 25, 2:00 - 5:00 pm
Kids & Art is hosting a special art gallery exhibition and event at Art Bias featuring artworks by pediatric patient participants and the professional artists who have worked with them. This event will tell the story of Kids & Art’s evolution over the last 15 years.
HomeGrown Bay Area: Introducing Grassroots Advocacy Training Sessions
Mon, March 27, 6:30 - 8:00 pm
Ready to take action in your community? Work with your city or town to create a more sustainable and equitable food system in the Bay Area. During this session, HomeGrown Bay Area will give you the training and tools needed to be an effective advocate and member of a “city team”. No prior advocacy experience is necessary.
Note: Training will be online via Zoom with Spanish interpretation available
Think you can’t afford an EV? Think again! Join Acterra for their upcoming event to learn about the many financial assistance programs available to income-qualifying residents, including the Clean Cars for All grant, Clean Vehicle Rebate Project, and county-specific programs in the San Francisco Bay Area. Afterward, attendees may request a free consultation in our post-event survey for additional guidance in identifying the programs for which they qualify.
Tues, April 11, 2:00 - 3:00 pm, or Wed, April 12, 6:00 - 7:00 pm
HEART's free First-Time Homebuyer Workshops are back! Find out how you can buy your first home in San Mateo County with only 5% down. Learn about HEART's unique down payment assistance program and the home-buying process at these free webinars. HEART will be joined by local experts Bob Fryer of Meriwest Mortgage and Lee Ginsburg of Intero Real Estate Services.
Join Art Bias for their upcoming Art on the Runway Gala hosted by local personality and inspirational speaker/model Kim Selby. This gala is designed to help support our community of artists and creatives contributing to a thriving and just community.
This event will include the following entertainment:
Runway Art Show
Silent Auction with artwork by Art Bias artists curated by Pamela Walsh, founder of Pamela Walsh Art Advisory and Pamela Walsh Gallery in Palo Alto
Join StarVista and San Mateo PAL for a community wellness event featuring a 5K run/walk, self-care activities, yoga, community partner booths, and special guest speakers focusing on mental health.
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