Join us to discuss the mechanics and outreach for the recall election (September 14), plans for National Voter Registration Day (September 28), and grant opportunities. Open to everyone.
Co-chaired by San Francisco Peninsula People Power, the County Elections Office, and Thrive Alliance
Engaging with San Mateo County’s New Equity Framework
Wed, July 28, 9:00 - 10:30 am
Nonprofit EDs and CEOs are invited to hear Shireen Malekafzali (she/her), Chief Equity Officer at San Mateo County, present the equity framework and early equity efforts underway, and to give feedback on its alignment with your own equity frameworks. This is an opportunity to set the groundwork for nonprofit leaders to work together with the County on future efforts to advance equity.
The application period for the 2022 Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Community Fund opens on July 12. The Community Fund pairs grants with capacity-building programming to support local organizations breaking down barriers to help create a more socially, economically, and racially just San Mateo County.
As the Community Fund enters its fifth year, CZI is expanding the geographic reach of the program to support organizations working across San Mateo County, prioritizing communities most impacted by structural racism and inequities. CZI is also introducing other program changes to strengthen the Community Fund and support for the San Mateo County nonprofit community:
Shifting Community Fund grants from one-year grants to two-year grants to provide partners with greater flexibility and opportunity to respond to crises, build capacity, and strengthen outcomes.
Introduction of a community review panel to ensure grant-making decisions are informed by community participation and feedback. The 24-person Community Fund review panel will be composed of San Mateo County community members and CZI employees.
Selected organizations will join the 2022 Community Fund grant partner cohort, receiving a two-year grant up to $200,000, and the opportunity to participate in a collaborative capacity building program to support leadership and organizational development.
Register for informational webinar July 15, 10:00 am.
Silicon Valley Community Foundation: Community Catalyst Fund - Promoting Civic Participation
Deadline:Fri, July 23
Silicon Valley Community Foundation (SVCF) has partnered with Heising-Simons Foundation (HSF) to create the Community Catalyst Fund – Promoting Civic Participation. Through this grant program, SVCF will provide funding to organizations responding to the needs of BIPOC and low-income communities following the 2020 general election. Grants will be prioritized to BIPOC-led and allied organizations. Organizations seeking to apply should have a clear focus on racial justice and a plan to center the community they are serving in the leadership, design and implementation of programs.
Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition's 11th Annual Bike Summit
Thurs, August 12 & Fri, August 13, from 8:30 am - 1:00 pm
Join Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition for their 11th Annual Bike Summit. This Summit is a Bay Area wide gathering of activists, city and county staff, elected officials, business leaders, community leaders and others working in transportation and is intended to educate the public on key issues surrounding transportation and introduce innovative solutions to these problems. This virtual conference will bring together transportation advocates and the community for two exciting days of learning, leading, and growth.
Join the San Mateo Police Activities League & The City of San Mateo Parks and Recreation for Superheroes Day. All families are welcome for this free event including a DJ, bounce houses, inflatables, arts & craft stations, photo booth, face painting, and family games.... all in honor of first responders, the real-life superheroes. This past year has been very difficult for many but none more than the hospital staff, first responders, and essential workers who risked their well-being to serve others. As we celebrate a return to normalcy, we would love to honor the true heroes in our community who made it happen!
Gregory Farrar Scott: Welcome to My World at Sanchez Art Center
Fri, July 16 to Sun, August 15
Join Sanchez Art Center for three new exhibitions that will run from Fri, July 16 to Sun, August 15. There will be a reception on opening night, Fri, July 16, 7:00 - 9:00 pm, featuring music by Jamey “The Breeze” Brzezinski. In the Main Gallery, Gregory Farrar Scott will exhibit work from his mixed media Urban Mask series, as well as other works. Titled Welcome To My World, Scott’s show is curated by Susan Hillhouse Leask. In the East Gallery, the California Society of Printmakers will share work on the theme of Extraction: Response to the Changing World Environment from their continuing participation in the global art project, Extraction: Art at the Edge of the Abyss. In the West Gallery, the Art Guild of Pacifica will present a group show on the theme Restructured. Throughout these exhibitions, community members may share their thoughts in The Climate Ribbon, a global storytelling ritual for hope and healing.
For COVID-19 health and vaccine information for San Mateo County, visit San Mateo County Health.
COVID-19 Prevention Social Media
Through the County of San Mateo Office of Community Affairs, Thrive is providing COVID-19 prevention focused communications for you to share with your community. Simply copy the text and image provided and post it to your social media account. For additional communications options, please click here.
Did you know that you could receive financial assistance for COVID-19 related funeral expenses? FEMA is dedicated to helping ease some of the financial stress caused by COVID-19. Check to see if you're eligible here: https://bit.ly/361srpR
Applications for the COVID-19 Rent Relief program are now much easier. We’ve simplified the application to reduce the number of documents and the time it takes to complete. Visit HousingIsKey.com or call 833-430-2122 to apply today. #CARentRelief
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