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Thrive Events
Save the Date: Racial Justice Summit - Healing Justice
Mon, October 31 - Thurs, November 3, Hybrid
We believe healing justice is an action and that, as nonprofits, we should actively work to transform the conditions that have caused harm.
The Summit is designed for the region's nonprofit organizations' leadership, staff, and board members to engage in dialogue about how to meet the promises made in the nonprofit racial equity pledge, as well as to gain tools and learn strategies to advance racial justice and equity within their institutions and in our community.
The second annual Nonprofit Racial Justice Summit will create an environment for nonprofit leaders across Silicon Valley to:
Renew our collective commitment to fight against systemic racism
Reflect on and learn how we can do better as organizations
Be inspired and move forward to co-create, centered by the community, a racially just community
Gain tools for healing and dismantling institutions and practices that have caused harm
Hear and share compelling examples of how institutions have used healing justice to advance racial equity
The Nonprofit Racial Justice Summit is a hybrid event scheduled for the week of Oct 31 - Nov 3, 2022. Some sessions will be virtual (via Zoom), and some will be in person (in San Mateo & Santa Clara counties).
The Summit is hosted by the Silicon Valley Council of Nonprofits (SVCN) and Thrive, The Alliance of Nonprofits for San Mateo County (Thrive Alliance).
Voter Education and Outreach Advisory Committee (VEOAC) Meeting
Wed, October 26, 9:00 - 10:30 am, Virtual
This meeting will focus on coordinating outreach and shared materials for the last couple of weeks before the Tuesday, November 8 election. This is the last big push!
We have gone through and continue to go through periods of loss, grief, fear, and feeling overwhelmed. Join Thrive and the County of San Mateo Employee Wellness Team for a Thrive Wellness Wednesdays session and learn techniques to destress and build resilience so that we can better connect with ourselves and others.
From self-care action plans and mindful eating, to reset activities and a happy dance, we’ll explore a variety of ways that we can take care of ourselves for optimal health and well-being. Collaborative and engaging activities will help participants learn various techniques and healthy habits that can be immediately applied to daily life at and outside of work.
Note: These sessions are not a replacement for professional guidance or counseling.
Find more information on Candidate Forums, voting resources, and more on our website.
Watch Past Candidate Forums Recordings
Thrive, in partnership with other nonprofits, hosted a series of candidate forums to elevate the most pressing issues of nonprofits and their communities in San Mateo County. If you want to view a recording of these forums or learn more about the Tuesday, November 8 election, click here.
Looking for office space or other nonprofits interested in sharing a location? Contact Thrive and we will help to facilitate a connection.
Community Announcement
Nominations for SSMC’s 2023 Awards Are Open!
Application Deadline: Fri, November 18
Sustainable San Mateo County (SSMC) is now accepting nominations for its 2023 Awards Program, which honors those who have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to sustainable practices in San Mateo County. SSMC will celebrate the awardees at its 24th annual Awards Celebration during the spring of 2023.
Note: Peninsula Clean Energy is also announcing its 2023 All-Electric Awards program, which recognizes builders, property owners, and design teams at the forefront of building electrification in San Mateo County. Winners will be honored during SSMC’s Awards Celebration in spring 2023.
Community Events
Discover Stanford for You: Accelerating Solutions for Global Sustainability
Wed, October 19, 12:00 - 1:00 pm
How do Stanford researchers collaborate with partners to solve some of our most pressing sustainability problems? This session is designed to discuss how Stanford faculty from across the university are working alongside practitioners to co-create and scale solutions for climate and sustainability challenges that threaten people globally.
Featuring: Dr. Arun Majumdar, Dean, Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability; a panel of Stanford professors and researchers; and Georgia Farooq, Executive Director at Thrive Alliance.
Menlo Park Community Collaboration Session (In Person or Via Zoom)
Mon, October 24, 6:00 - 7:00 pm
You are invited to attend a Menlo Park Community Collaboration Session. This month’s topic will cover the environmental justice and safety element and will be led by Climate Resilient Communities, Juanita Croft from the Belle Haven Community Development Fund, and Pam D. Jones, with Belle Haven Empowered.
Food and $25 gift cards will be provided to each in-person attendee and the event will be presented in English and Spanish. Participants can join either in person or via Zoom.
Ready to make the climate-friendly switch and electrify your ride? Join Acterra to talk about the newest electric vehicle models and look at how California’s climate policy and the new federal tax credits are stimulating the electric vehicle market.
The Redwood City Parks and Arts Foundation invites you to join bilingual (English & Spanish) Artist Maria Sanchez as she guides you in creating a shadow box with mixed media for a lost loved one during this free workshop open to the community.
Landscapes Watercolor Workshop: Thurs, December 1, 5:00 - 7:00 pm
The Redwood City Parks and Arts Foundation invites you to join bilingual (English & Spanish) Artist Elizabeth Gomez for a free art workshop, "Watercolor Techniques of Landscapes and Animals."
Get the Facts on COVID-19 Vaccines, Boosters & Additional Doses:
California Department of Public Health has created a COVID-19 webpage with the latest information on COVID-19 vaccines, boosters, and additional doses.
Note: To access fact sheets in multiple languages scroll to the bottom of the webpage.
San Mateo County Health has created a webpage where you can view the COVID-19 vaccination rates for individuals living in San Mateo County from 05/29/22-06/25/22. To download this information in PDF format click here.
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.
Getting vaccinated against the flu and COVID-19 is safe and easy. Make appointments or find walk-ins for both vaccines at MyTurn.ca.gov.
Both #COVID19 and #flu can cause severe illness and complications, especially for high-risk groups. In addition to wearing masks, getting the flu and COVID-19 vaccines are simple ways to protect yourself and your family.
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