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Thrive Events
Environment & Sustainability Thrive Action Group (TAG): Keeping the Power On Energy Resilience in San Mateo County
Thurs, April 27, 2:30 - 4:00 pm, Hybrid
Spanish Translation Will Be Available On Zoom
Extreme weather events this winter have repeatedly caused long-lasting blackouts in many San Mateo County communities, leading to health risks for medically energy-dependent residents, interruptions to daily life, prolonged lack of heating, and spoiled food. The susceptibility of our electricity delivery infrastructure to natural hazards is evident, yet public conversations on power outages have so far tended to focus only on the impacts of the blackouts rather than the root cause. Promoting policies and practices that build the resilience of electricity delivery systems is key to preventing future outages and avoiding adverse impacts on our communities altogether.
With the help of speakers from the academic and public sectors, we will explore why our electricity infrastructure is susceptible to failure and why it is challenging to develop concrete policy solutions to reduce the likelihood of future outages. Most importantly, we will map out potential strategies that will reduce the incidence of outages as well as the impacts on residents when they do occur.
Our guest experts will include:
Irma Rodriguez Mitton,South Coast Sustainable, Executive Director and Pescadero resident
State Senator Josh Becker
Cristina Crespo Montañés, UC Berkeley: Energy and Resources Group, Research Affiliate
Liang Min, Stanford: Bits & Watts Initiative, Managing Director
Note: This event is free to attend, but registration is required. Spanish translations via Zoom. Light refreshments will be provided during the group discussion.
* Zoom information will be sent to registered attendees.
Children & Education TAG: SMCOE Strategic Plan Input Session
Thurs, May 4, 1:00 - 2:00 pm, Virtual
San Mateo County Office of Education (SMCOE) and Thrive Alliance invite you to participate in the San Mateo County Office of Education Strategic Plan Input Session, designed to gather valuable insights and input from the community on how the County can enhance its strategic plan to better serve the students. As an engaged and essential member of the community, your feedback is critical in helping the County develop an effective roadmap for education. Let's work together to create a more inclusive and effective educational system and to ensure community voices are heard!
*Zoom information will be sent to registered attendees.
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.
County of San Mateo: County’s First Navigation Center Opens, Key in Effort to Move People Into Permanent Housing
County officials cut a ceremonial ribbon to celebrate the opening of the Navigation Center, which will provide 240 safe temporary living spaces for individuals and couples along with intensive on-site support services in Redwood City. Unlike a traditional shelter (cots or bunk beds, little privacy), the Navigation Center allows couples to room together, pet owners to bring their animals, and clients to store many of their belongings. Shelter residents are expected to begin moving in soon. To learn more click here.
Bay Area Chapter of PennPAC: Nonprofit Application
Application Deadline: Fri, May 19, 2023
The Bay Area Chapter of PennPAC, an organization that brings together University of Pennsylvania alumni with diverse backgrounds and careers to volunteer on consulting projects for local nonprofits that may lack bandwidth or expertise, is now accepting applications for their next Project Session, starting in September. For more program information and a link to the application please click here.
Silicon Valley Community Foundation (SVCF): Expanding Pathways for Early Childhood Career Preparation, Advancement, and Entrepreneurship Grant
Application Deadline: Fri, May 19, 2023
Silicon Valley Community Foundation (SVCF) will be opening a new RFP on Tues, April 25, 2023, for their Expanding Pathways for Early Childhood Career Preparation, Advancement, and Entrepreneurship Grant. This grant is designed to support community-led, community-focused organizations advancing solutions to stabilize and expand the infant and toddler care workforce in San Mateo and Santa Clara counties. A pdf with details on how to apply can be found here.
Peninsula Conflict Resolution Center: Silicon Valley Multicultural Awards Program
Peninsula Conflict Resolution Center is honored to offer the SVMAP Fellowship, a 12-month leadership development program exclusively for nonprofit BIPOC Executive Directors in Silicon Valley. Through a 12-month hands-on training, mentoring, and practical experience, this fellowship will prepare leaders to rise to the challenges of our time. To learn more about the program click here.
Peninsula Clean Energy: Zero Interest Loan Program
Want to make energy-efficiency upgrades in your home? Get up to $10,000 with no interest, credit check, or money down. Peninsula Clean Energy announces its Zero Interest Loan Program. Find out if you're eligible & what upgrades qualify by clicking here.
Community Events
Transportation Equity Allied Movement Coalition (TEAMC): Transit Survive and Thrive - Fiscal Cliff Workshop
Wed, April 26, 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Transportation Equity Allied Movement Coalition (TEAMC) is fighting to save public transportation in the Bay Area. Learn what you can do to advocate for your local transit agency and the neighbors they serve during their upcoming workshop.
Housing Leadership Council of San Mateo County: Bike Daze - Affordable Housing Infrastructure Bike Ride
Sat, May 6, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Come celebrate Bike and Affordable Housing Month by participating in the Housing Leadership Council of San Mateo County’s ride featuring affordable housing projects and programs, and the good and bad bike networks that connect them. Participants will learn about South San Francisco's anti-displacement efforts, its partnership with BRIDGE to build 158 new homes, Millbrae's newest affordable housing for veterans and their families, and more.
2023 Jobs For Youth Al Teglia Scholar Celebration - The World is Your Canvas
Thurs, May 25, 8:00 - 9:30 am
The County of San Mateo Jobs for Youth (JFY) program is ecstatic to be honoring their 2023 Jobs For Youth Al Teglia Scholars. The Jobs For Youth Al TegliaWorld is Your Canvas Scholar Celebration will be a memorable and impactful event as they return to the Crowne Plaza Foster City for the first time in 3 years. Jobs For Youth invites you to join them for this event designed to empower their World is Your CanvasScholars to paint the future of their dreams.
Note: Limited tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis so it is recommended that you grab your tickets ASAP.
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