Healthy Democracy: Voter Engagement Brainstorm

Wed, August 16, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm, In-Person

Join us for an engaging voter engagement brainstorming with San Mateo County nonprofits and partners. This session is designed to help organizations strategize and plan for the upcoming months, with a focus on preparing for the California primaries in 2024. We will explore innovative ideas, exchange best practices, and develop actionable initiatives to empower our community and foster active civic participation. Don't miss this perfect opportunity to make a difference in shaping our democratic process.

Lunch will be provided. Limited space. Please register only if you can attend in person.

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Thrive Resource Room: Building Win-Win Nonprofit Partnerships

Tues, August 22, 10:00 - 11:00 am, Virtual

Creating strong, impactful partnerships can be daunting, but it doesn't have to be. Join us for an enriching session, led by David Rhode, Deputy Director of PennPAC as we delve into the best practices for nonprofits of any size to craft compelling value propositions that resonate with potential partners.

This session will guide you through cultivating a productive partnership mindset that elevates your organization's hook, conducting research to identify the most impactful introductions, and developing a robust plan to effectively engage with potential partners. Don't miss this opportunity to propel your nonprofit toward greater impact with successful collaboration!

Thrive Resource Room is a recurring virtual program, where you will stay informed about the latest Thrive developments, learn about free and affordable community resources to help your organization, and receive free and important trainings that will benefit your organization. These sessions also include an overview of Thrive member benefits and how to get more involved in our cross-sector network. If you have services or information that you would like to share at our next Thrive Resource Room meeting, please email Keirstan.

We encourage you to send staff members and volunteers (especially new ones!) to one of our sessions to ensure that they are taking advantage of Thrive's resources and opportunities.

*Zoom information will be sent to registered attendees.

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Environment & Sustainability TAG: Hot Topics, Cool Solutions - Community Resilience During Heatwaves

Tues, August 29, 2:00 - 3:30 pm, In-Person

Heat can have severe health implications, especially for vulnerable populations such as the elderly, young children, and those with pre-existing medical conditions. Come and learn what nonprofits and government resources currently exist to support community resilience and share your thoughts about what is most effective, and what you would like to see from both the community and the local government.

Berkeley Lab scientists have forecasted that by the end of the century, high heat events in the Bay Area could become up to six degrees warmer. How can we as a community come together to prepare for current high heat events and the even hotter future? Is what we are doing now adequate? Is it working to protect our most vulnerable?

Note: This event is free to attend, but registration is required. If you require any other forms of accessibility to fully participate in our event, please let us know, and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs. Contact Deyah El-Azhari.

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Community Announcements

2023 Suicide Prevention Month:Share Hope Together

For 2023 Suicide Prevention Month, San Mateo County, Star Vista, and partners are promoting the statewide theme of “Share Hope Together.” The act of sharing, whether that be sharing hope, stories, time, resources, or experiences, can serve as a powerful tool in suicide prevention. Suicide Prevention Month is one of the best times of the year when we can honor those affected by suicide and inspire action to prevent suicide. To help spread this message of hope, you can share this flyer and email it to your clients/consumers, colleagues, friends, family, and community.

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, contact the 24/7 CRISIS hotlines:

call 650-579-0350 or 988; text “Bay” to 741-741 or 988; or visit SanMateoCrisis.org.

County of San Mateo Office of Sustainability: Request for Qualifications

Proposal Due Date: Tues, September 5

The County of San Mateo Office of Sustainability is looking for local community-based organizations, nonprofits, faith organizations, or associations that serve residents in San Mateo County to conduct outreach and engagement activities with hard-to-reach and vulnerable populations, in order to more fully incorporate the views and perspectives of these populations into the County’s projects and programs. The Request for Qualifications with information on the scope of work, how to apply, eligible applicants, and funding amounts can be viewed here.

Note: Expertise in environmental and sustainability topics is not required. The pool may be used for upcoming on-call contracts with the San Mateo County Office of Sustainability. On-call contracts will be structured on a task order basis with an associated mutually agreed upon project(s).

County Launches Series of Listening Sessions on Community Needs

The County is kicking off a countywide series of listening sessions to gather input on ways to address community needs in four priority areas. The series will be held in communities across the Peninsula where residents are encouraged to share their needs concerning children and families, housing and homelessness, emergency preparedness, and mental health. The results of the listening sessions and an online survey will directly inform County leaders as they prioritize funding from the Measure K sales tax, which provides local funds for local needs. For more information and to view a listing of all upcoming sessions click here.

Dr. Kismet Baldwin-Santana Takes Over as San Mateo County Health Officer

In her first interview as San Mateo County’s Health Officer, Dr. Kismet Baldwin-Santana said her vision includes addressing the opioid epidemic, improving disaster preparedness, and expanding health equity. Baldwin-Santana has begun her tenure as a health officer, a role that gained widespread public attention during the COVID-19 pandemic. She succeeds Dr. Scott Morrow, who retired after 31 years of service and is the first woman to hold the post in the County’s history. To learn more click here.

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