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Thrive Events
Thrive RISE (Resilience in Shared Emergencies): Nonprofit Functionality & Continuity of Operations After Disasters
Thurs, May 11, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, Virtual
Disasters and emergencies impact staff availability, communications, available funding and resources, and access to facilities, which can inhibit an organization's functionality and ability to provide its critical services to communities. This 2-hour training will cover the planning steps nonprofits should take to support the continuity of operations, including developing backup communications, contingency plans for staff availability, and more.
* Zoom information will be sent to registered attendees.
Thrive Resource Room: Accessing Data to Support Equity Initiatives
Tues, May 16, 10:00 - 11:00 am, Virtual
Join Thrive, San Mateo County Health, and Bay Area Equity Atlas as we gain a deeper understanding of the state of equity in the Bay Area, and learn how nonprofits can utilize data in advocacy efforts, policy, grant writing, and more.
This session will include a training on the San Mateo County All Together Better (SMCATB) data portal, managed by San Mateo County Health, Office of Epidemiology & Evaluation. This portal contains County-specific data on health outcomes, health behaviors, healthcare access, and socioeconomic conditions. This training will provide an overview of the SMCATB data portal, including how to search for data, build dashboards, and use other useful resources.
You will also receive an overview of the Bay Area Equity Atlas, a data-driven tool created to track the state of equity in the Bay Area region, with a focus on addressing systemic racism and discrimination. This tool offers robust, disaggregated data, covering geographies from the nine Bay Area counties down to individual census tracts, with the goal of democratizing data and increasing the capacity of change-makers and advocates to use data to advance policy solutions for a more equitable, sustainable, and resilient Bay Area. This training will provide an update on Bay Area Equity Atlas's recent research projects and community engagement efforts since the project's launch in 2019.
Thrive Resource Room is a recurring virtual program, where you will hear about Thrive updates and learn about free and affordable community resources to help your organization, as well as 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.
Redesigning Nonprofit Boards for Equity: An Empathy Centered Design Workshop
Tues, May 16, 4:00 - 5:30 pm, Virtual
This interactive workshop, meant for nonprofit board members and Executive Directors, will take participants through a lens of Empathy Centered Design. The aim is to analyze the user experiences of leaders from nondominant identities and identify barriers and failure points that prevent them from serving at their highest potential. You will learn how principles and methods from product design can be applied to nonprofit board experience design, with a specific focus on racial equity practices.
By the end of the session, you will gain a better understanding of Empathy Centered Design, be equipped to use Journey Maps as a survey and feedback tool to improve the board life cycle, and review recruitment and retention practices to attract and retain historically disenfranchised groups.
Speakers:
Ei Ei Samai,BRAVE New Us, Founder
Irma Zoepf,The Z Bridge, Founder and Principal
This event is being hosted by Thrive Alliance and Silicon Valley Council of Nonprofits through the Nonprofit REDI Hub. The Nonprofit REDI Hub seeks to integrate racial equity, diversity, and inclusion into the Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties nonprofit community. Together, we commit and take action to address systemic racism, discrimination, and inequity in our communities and organizations.
Housing Elements & You: Next Steps for Affordable Housing
Tues, May 23, 4:00 - 5:30 pm, In-Person
Every city and town in San Mateo County—and the county itself— must submit a housing plan, called a Housing Element, to address the jurisdiction's housing needs over the next eight years. The deadline for this planning blueprint has just passed. How can you help jurisdictions deliver on their housing commitments by 2031? The availability of affordable housing for the rest of the decade, an issue of huge importance to nonprofits and their clients, is at stake with the housing element implementation.
Join Housing Elements & You: Next Steps for Affordable Housing for an innovative conversation about the Housing Element process in San Mateo County. During this program, you can expect to hear from a range of experts discussing the importance of this process, learn about builders' remedies, and learn how to get involved with your local jurisdiction. This event is a follow-up to the informative session, “Nonprofits and Housing: What to Know and What to Do".
Environment & Sustainability TAG: From Canopy Cover to Community Equity - Protecting and Managing Our Urban Forest
Wed, May 24, 2:30 - 4:00 pm, Hybrid
San Mateo County faces significant disparities in tree canopy cover that create environmental and social inequities, particularly in historically underserved neighborhoods. East Palo Alto has a tree canopy cover of only 13.5%, while Atherton has a tree canopy cover of 51.2%. The Urban forest plays a critical role in mitigating the impacts of climate change and improving air and water quality while reducing heat, noise, and flooding. Canopy is a local nonprofit organization at the forefront of urban forestry. The disparity in tree canopy coverage and environmental and social inequity are central to Canopy's mission. To address this issue, the county and the community must prioritize canopy cover equity, protect and renew the urban forest, and fill the gap in inequities around canopy management and knowledge of resources.
While community members want to protect and preserve trees, the lack of knowledge and resources often hinders their ability to be at the forefront of urban forest conservation, despite the significant community health benefits. Through education programs and outreach efforts, residents can be empowered to participate in canopy management and increase their understanding of the benefits of urban forestry, leading to a more just and equitable community. We will explore potential solutions with urban forestry experts to advocate for urban forest conservation and learn how local governments can engage communities in canopy management.
Note: This event is free to attend, but registration is required. Spanish translations via Zoom. Light refreshments will be provided during the group discussion.
Thrive Alliance's Translation Services Hub: Free Language Translation and Interpretation Services
Our vision for the local nonprofit sector is one that prioritizes community equity and access by consistently and mindfully offering professional language translation and interpretation services for its programs and services. Thrive Alliance's Translation Services Hub provides nonprofits access to free language translation and interpretation services in Spanish and Filipino. We want to create a culture of practice by making this top-of-mind, accessible, and affordable for nonprofits. To learn more and make your request, please click here. These services are made possible through the generous philanthropic support of the Silicon Valley Community Foundation (SVCF).
Secure Your Nonprofit Space Against Earthquakes for Free
San Mateo County is located in a highly seismic region where there is a 72% chance of a magnitude 6.7 or greater earthquake occurring over the next 30 years. An important but underutilized form of earthquake risk reduction is securing furniture and objects to the structure they are located in. Over half of the injuries reported in the 1994 Northridge earthquake were inflicted by falling furniture and other objects that were unsecured.
Thrive RISE, in partnership with Team Rubicon and through an Earthquake Country Alliance grant, is offering nonprofits free installation of furniture straps, cabinet latches, and museum putty to secure objects against seismic shaking, reducing the risk of injury to nonprofit staff and clients. Because supplies are limited, nonprofits that are client-facing and serve vulnerable populations will be prioritized.
If you are interested in securing your nonprofit space, please fill out this form. For more information on securing your space, review this guide from the Earthquake Country Alliance.
County of San Mateo: Focus on Mental Health - Events, Activities, and More
The County of San Mateo is celebrating May as Mental Health Month with special events that include wellness walks, poetry readings, resource fairs, and more. The goal is to increase awareness and inspire action to reduce stigma against those with mental health and substance use conditions. Each year, County Health’s Behavioral Health and Recovery Services’ Office of Diversity and Equity partners with local agencies and community members to promote events that are free and open to the public throughout the county. Click here to learn more.
County Controller Publishes Property Tax Highlights for FY 2021-22
The Property Tax Highlights publication, which shows property tax revenues collected and distributed to local governments operating within San Mateo County, is now available for fiscal year (FY) 2021-22. To learn more click here.
Pay Transparency and Equal Pay in California Survey
Deadline: Fri, May 12
The California Labor Commissioner’s Office and the California Commission on the Status of Women and Girls are joining together to inform workers about a new law impacting Pay Transparency (SB 1162) in California, and they want to hear from you! Their joint purpose is to ensure equal pay and equal opportunities are available in every workforce in the State while promoting economic justice and full enforcement of California labor laws. Survey questions will be answered by the California Labor Commissioner, the Executive Director of the California Commission on the Status of Women and Girls, and other subject matter experts. To take the survey click here.
Free Furniture & Poster Art
One of Thrive's partners in Palo Alto has reached out to us with a generous offer of free furniture. They have desks, bookcases, side chairs, desk chairs, Vari desks, and poster art available for pick-up or delivery. They will deliver, for free, if you select 20 or more pieces. For more information or pictures of the pieces contact Val Lagueux.
Community Events
San Carlos Library: A Conversation With Rebecca E Chandler, Author of It Won't Hurt None
Tues, May 9, 5:30 - 7:00 pm
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, you are invited to attend an informative and inspiring talk with Rebecca E Chandler, author of the memoir It Won’t Hurt None - A Story of Courage, Healing, and Return to Wholeness. Rebecca will share her journey from the depths of trauma and mental illness to a place of hope and healing. The talk will be facilitated by San Carlos resident, Aparna Ramakrishnan, who co-wrote the companion journal Hurt No More - Grow a Foundation for Healing inspired by Rebecca’s healing process.
CuriOdyssey 13th Annual Benefit: Night at the Museum
Thurs, May 11, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join CuriOdyssey for a Night at the Museum, their 13th Annual Benefit. During this event, they will be honoring Board Chair Laurel Miranda for her commitment and service. The evening will include a preview of CuriOdyssey’s new permanent exhibits and educational programming. In addition, attendees will meet a few animals and enjoy libations and a variety of food stations.
As Bay Area tenants grapple with an ongoing housing shortage and soaring housing costs, we can take action to keep our communities stable and strong. You are invited to this upcoming event in Menlo Park, to hear real tenant stories and discuss tangible solutions.
This is an Affordable Housing Month event, presented by Menlo Together, Youth United for Community Action, Faith in Action Bay Area, and Housing Leadership Council, supported by a growing list of co-sponsors. We hope you will join Tenants Belong, and some of the other engaging Affordable Housing Month Activities.
Citizens’ Climate Lobby: What is the Single Most Effective Solution to Climate Change?
Mon, May 15, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Climate change is often depicted as an insurmountable obstacle—but don’t lose hope. Bipartisan solutions exist, and garnering political support for them may be more achievable than you realize. In this engaging and interactive presentation, Citizens’ Climate Lobby will showcase the most impactful and feasible climate solutions available today. And, they will also share quick & easy actions (2 minutes a week) that anyone can take to contribute to this vital cause.
Bay Area Community Health Advisory Council (BACHAC): Soul Stroll - Outside
Sun, May 20, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Movement is resistance. Join BACHAC's signature event - Soul Stroll. This year, they will be having this event outside and back in person for the first time since 2019. Help eliminate health disparities across generations and diverse communities with every step during this fun, family-friendly event, and fundraiser.
Footsteps Child Care: Spring Celebration Fundraiser
Sat, May 20, 6:00 - 10:00 pm
Join Footsteps Child Care for their upcoming Spring Celebration Fundraiser. This event will feature a live Salsa band, an Italian buffet dinner, live music, dancing, and a silent auction. Proceeds from this event will benefit their Fee Subsidy Programs. Come see all of the wonderful things your support provides to Footsteps Child Care.
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