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Thrive Events
Recall Election Explained in 15 Minutes or Less
Dates & Times:
Wednesday, August 18, 9:00 am
Wednesday, August 25, 3:00 pm
Wednesday, September 1, 9:00 am
Wednesday, September 8, 3:00 pm
Covid-19 protocols and the unfamiliarity of a recall election are leading to confusion and uncertainty about the September 14 recall election. If you want to get people excited about voting but still feel unsure of all the mechanics of voting this time around, join us for a super quick training on everything you need to know about the recall election. We will also provide outreach materials and fact sheets to take back to your community.
All trainings will be identical. Sign up for one only. Open to everyone. Co-hosted by San Francisco Peninsula People Power.
Hands-On Redistricting Workshop: Mapping Tools, Communities of Interest, and Public Input
Thurs, September 2, 10:00 - 11:00 am
Help shape the maps! As redistricting gets underway in San Mateo County and local cities, please join us for an online workshop to learn more about how to share your communities' concerns and map priorities.
We will address:
What a "community of interest" is and why communities of interest are so important in shaping district maps.
How to use online tools that can help you understand your community and its characteristics, and tools where you can draw maps to use in your redistricting advocacy.
How to develop community of interest testimony so that line-drawers draw maps that respect your community's voice.
What are our local issues in San Mateo County and who is organizing.
Featuring: Julia Marks, Staff Attorney on the Voting Rights and Census Team, Asian Americans Advancing Justice – Asian Law Caucus.
New Possibilities & Perspectives with Sandy Herz, Sobrato Philanthropies
Thurs, September 2, 2:00 - 3:00 pm
What are the new possibilities and perspectives that we can expect from Sobrato Philanthropies under the leadership of Sandy Herz? Join Silicon Valley Council of Nonprofits, Thrive Alliance, and Center For Excellence in Nonprofits for a conversation to get to know her and her vision for what is possible.
Applications are still open for the CA COVID-19 Rent Relief program. This program provides financial assistance for rent and utilities to income-eligible California renters and their landlords who have been impacted by COVID-19. If you’ve already applied, you can check the status of your application in the application portal.
Community Events
CalNonprofits: How to Apply for the California Relief Grant Program
Tues, August 17, 1:00 - 2:00 pm
There will be two NEW application windows for nonprofits with $1.5 billion in new funding available. Don't miss out! CalNonprofits will be holding a webinar where you can get answers to your questions about the program, and go through the application process with an emphasis on how nonprofits can fit into the application form.
Featuring: Sue Sigler, Community Services Block Grants (CSBG) Program Manager; Jan Masaoka, Chief Executive Officer (CEO); Lucy Salcido Carter, Public Policy Director.
Sustainable San Mateo County (SSMC): In Vogue: Sustainability in the Fashion Industry - August Happy Hour
Thurs, August 19, 5:30 - 6:30 pm
The fast fashion industry has long been unsustainable, not only environmentally but also in terms of social equity (e.g. unethical labor practices). Join Sustainable San Mateo County for a Happy Hour to discuss the consequences of fast fashion while exploring solutions to make the industry more sustainable, including ways to progress towards a true "circular economy." They will also brainstorm how our actions can help to reduce the pollution and waste generated by the industry and improve workers’ labor conditions.
San Mateo Youth Chapter of Citizens Climate Lobby: Students for a Carbon Fee & Dividend Rally
Sat, August 21, 2:00 - 5:00 pm
The San Mateo Youth Chapter of Citizens Climate Lobby invites you to join them for a march and rally at San Mateo Central Park, to show support for Carbon Fee and Dividend legislation at both the state and federal level.
Rally speakers include: California State Senator Josh Becker; Speaker of the California Assembly Kevin Mullin; San Mateo County Supervisor Dave Pine; San Mateo Deputy Mayor Rick Bonilla; CCL San Mateo Youth Lead Roisin McElarney; Woodside High School Youth Activist Claudia Nolasco; Carlmont High School Youth Activist Aran O’Sullivan.
Commission on the Status of Women & Women in County Government: Women's Equality Day Virtual Networking
Thurs, August 26, 5:00 - 6:15 pm
The San Mateo County Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) and Women in County Government (WICG) are collaborating on Women's Equality Day 2021. This virtual networking event will feature SMC Poet, Laureate Aileen Cassinetto, SupervisorCarole Groom, Presidents of the WICG & CSW and important aspects of the upcoming election by the Voter Education and Outreach Advisory Committee.
Social Impact Advisory Group: Nonprofit Boards - Learn to Love Them & Learn to Build Them Well
Thurs, September 9, 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
During this session, Mary Hiland will empower us to work effectively with nonprofit boards of directors by sharing why boards matter, the 3 sources of all board troubles, recruiting mistakes to avoid, and more.
San Mateo County Health Foundation: 1st Annual Taste of the County Event
Sat, October 2, 12:00 - 5:00 pm
The San Mateo County Health Foundation is thrilled to announce their 1st Annual Taste of the County event at the San Mateo County Event Center. This family-friendly event will include delicious food prepared by 30 local restaurants, wineries, and breweries. There will also be children’s activities, live music, and a celebration to raise awareness about the county’s public hospital and clinics.
The proceeds of each $20 admission ticket or $150 buddy pack (4 VIP tickets) purchased will be donated to the San Mateo County Health Foundation, to be used to support the health of county citizens, and allow you to taste the food served during the event!
If you are a San Mateo County business or restaurant that would like to sponsor the event please click here to find sponsorship information.
PG&E and California Fire Foundation have provided the following wildfire safety and evacuation social media messages and graphics that can be downloaded and shared with your community.
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 provides these COVID-19 prevention, testing, and vaccination communications for you to share with your community. For additional communications click here.
Even after getting the COVID19 vaccine, it’s important to get tested if you have symptoms/have been exposed to someone with COVID-19. Even if you're vaccinated, you may still spread it to others. Visit https://covid19.ca.gov/get-tested for info & find a test site: https://www.smcgov.org/testing
Let’s outsmart #COVID19. Activate #CANotify on your phone so you’ll be alerted if you are exposed to COVID-19. If you test positive or get an alert that you’ve been exposed, follow the instructions to help protect others. Visit: canotify.ca.gov
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