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Thrive Events
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.
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. Comeand 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.
Nonprofit REDI Hub: Cultivating Connections - Exploring Cultural Humility in the Nonprofit Community
Wed, September 13, 2:00 - 3:30 pm, Virtual
Join Thrive Alliance and Silicon Valley Council of Nonprofits (SVCN) in our Welcoming Week program! Welcoming Week is an annual campaign that celebrates the work in communities to become welcoming places for all, including immigrants. Many nonprofits play a key role in working with immigrants to support their integration into their communities. In this session, we will talk with leaders of nonprofits that work directly with immigrants to learn about their strategies for embracing cultural humility, lessons learned through their experiences, and tips and resources to support immigrant communities better.
Uncover proven strategies and best practices that empower nonprofits working with immigrant communities to integrate cultural humility into their organizations.
Gain insights into concrete steps to center the immigrant community within your organization's structures.
Engage in candid discussions on overcoming obstacles faced while operating in diverse environments and systems.
Redwood City Parks and Arts Foundation: Art Advisory Work Group Volunteer Application
Applications Deadline: Sun, August 27
The Redwood City Parks and Arts Foundation (RWCPAF) is looking to recruit 5 community members from San Mateo County (who live, work, or go to school in the county) as volunteers for an Art Advisory Work Group. The Art Advisory Work Group will assist the RWCPAF to create opportunities for local artists and community groups to showcase their work in the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI) Community Space in downtown Redwood City. To learn more and apply click here.
Note: You are welcome to attend a virtual informational meeting about the Art Advisory Work Group on Tues, August 22 from 6:30 - 7:15 pm. Please click here to register in advance.
San Mateo County Health: Area Agency on Aging Community Adult Survey for Older Adults 55+
Survey Deadline: Mon, August 28
The San Mateo County Area Agency on Aging (SMC AAA) and the California Department of Aging (CDA) need input from the older adult community. They are asking that residents ages 55 and over complete their Community Assessment Survey for Older Adults (CASOA). Feedback provided on this survey will help the SMC AAA and the CDA better understand the needs residents have and the challenges they experience. To learn more about the survey click here.
Community Events
County of San Mateo: Civics 101 Academy
Wed August 30 - Wed, October 25
Join the County of San Mateo for its annual Civics 101 Academy. The Civics 101 Academy is a free course that provides an in-depth look at County programs, services, finances, and initiatives. Participants primarily learn from and interact with department heads or their designees about topics such as health, public safety, human services, parks, public finance, sustainability, the justice system, and more.
Note: The application deadline is Mon, August 28. Civics 101 will be held on nine consecutive Wednesday evenings, starting August 30 and finishing the evening of October 25. Sessions meet from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm.
Center for Excellence in Nonprofits (CEN): Nonprofit Advocacy
Tues, September 5, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join the Center for Excellence in Nonprofits (CEN) for a course designed to answer the question “What is advocacy?” and dispel the myths that surround the ability of nonprofits to advocate as part of the work they do in support of their missions. Attendees will learn advocacy strategies and develop an understanding of the legal constraints that govern the sector.
Join Acterra for a chance to test-ride an e-bike and explore some of the hottest electric vehicles out there. During this event, Rad Power Bikes will be providing e-bike models for all to try. Registrants can test-ride electric commuter bikes, cargo/utility bikes, folding bikes, and off-road bikes.
Acterra's E-bike and EV Ambassadors will show a wide variety of bikes and electric vehicles. Check out all the unique and various features, interiors/exteriors of the vehicles, and storage space. You can even get answers to specific questions about the bikes and vehicles directly from the owners.
Note: Test rides will be available for anyone 16 years or older. Minors must be present with an adult. There will not be any test drives for the electric vehicles.
Center for Excellence in Nonprofits (CEN): Management Basics Workshops
Management Basics Part 1: Tues, September 12, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Are you leading a team with limited formal training on what it takes to be a successful people manager or struggling with management and looking for a refresher on management-leading practices? During this workshop, participants will learn how to set expectations, manage performance day-to-day, and review human resources best practices. Additionally, CEN will offer leading practices and strategies for managing and working remotely as well as resources to help staff cope during difficult times.
Management Basics Part 2: Tues, September 12, 1:00 - 4:00 pm
People are your organization's most valuable resource, and effective team management can be one of your biggest opportunities for impact, especially during times of crisis. Effective leaders proactively address issues within teams that would otherwise contribute to a culture of distrust and resentment. During this workshop, you will gain strategies to build a culture founded on belonging and trust (increasingly important in a virtual setting) by exploring working styles and setting expectations.
Center for Excellence in Nonprofits (CEN): Developing a High-Performing Team Workshop
Tues, September 19, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Do you want to strengthen your team culture and foster a collaborative environment that centers on belonging? During this full-day session, the Center for Excellence in Nonprofits (CEN) will show teams how to use an understanding of individuals' social styles and values to create a more inclusive working environment that leverages collective assets and allows teammates to work together more strategically. Participants will discover ways to identify barriers, such as implicit vs. explicit agreements, explore how to use team charters to set themselves up for success, as well as tips for great team meetings.
You must register in groups of at least 3 team members and CEN encourages full team participation for maximum impact.
The Parent Venture: Erasing the Finish Line - The New Blueprint for Success
Wed, September 20, 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Reflecting on over two decades of working with students around the world, leading academic advisor and early career development expert Ana Homayoun has written the book we desperately need. Erasing the Finish Line: The New Blueprint for Student Success Beyond Grades and College Admission highlights the essential skills students need to move beyond a prescribed path and truly thrive in school and life. Join The Parent Venture and Ana Homayoun to discuss the foundational skills that help kids reflect, adapt, and redirect in a world increasingly different from the one their parents grew up in.
The Parent Venture: Growing Up in Public - Coming of Age in Digital World
Thurs, September 21, 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Join the Parent Venture and Dr. Devorah Heitner for their upcoming Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in Digital World event. In her new book, Growing Up in Public, digital media expert Dr. Devorah Heitner shows parents how to help tweens and teens navigate boundaries, identity, privacy, and reputation in their digital world.
Drawing on her extensive work with parents and schools as well as hundreds of interviews with kids, parents, educators, clinicians, and scholars, Heitner offers strategies for parenting our kids in an always-connected world. With relatable stories and research-backed advice, Growing Up in Public empowers parents to cut through the overwhelm to connect with their kids, recognize how to support them, and help them figure out who they are when everyone is watching.
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