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
Thrive Leadership Circle Luncheon: 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.
County of San Mateo: Rent Relief Program Outreach RFQ
Deadline: Tues, July 20
The County of San Mateo is pleased to announce a Request for Quotes (RFQ) funding opportunity for community-based organizations to support outreach efforts for the California State Rental Relief Program. For details on the RFQ, and to apply, click here.
San Bruno Community Foundation: Community Grants Fund
Deadline: Wed, September 22
The San Bruno Community Foundation is now accepting applications for their Community Grants Fund. This responsive grantmaking program allows local community groups to apply for grants of up to $25,000 to support new or existing programs that benefit the San Bruno community. Such programs may include, but are not limited to, racial equity and social justice programs as well as programs addressing community needs related to COVID-19. For more information or to apply click here.
Housing Leadership Council (HLC): Call for Workshop Proposals
Deadline: Fri, September 1
Housing Leadership Council (HLC) invites you to be part of this year’s virtual Housing Leadership Day event as a workshop convener. HLC is looking for strong workshop proposals that focus on the following:
View housing through the lens of racial and social equity and as a solution to our public health crisis
Highlight San Mateo leadership, innovation, or excellence
Have a diverse panel (racial, gender, organizational level, geographic, etc)
Include a variety of organizations that represent a strong cross-section of the affordable housing field and/or key cross-sector coalitions and grassroots leadership.
Provide attendees with a connection to local solutions for San Mateo County (ie: case studies, best practices, and actionable next steps)
For a list of suggested workshop topics and themes click here. For more information please contact Vivian Le.
Peninsula Clean Energy: Heat Pump Water Heater Rebates
Peninsula Clean Energy has big rebates for electric heat pump water heaters! If you live in San Mateo County, you could be eligible for $2,500 or more if you replace your gas water heater with a heat pump water heater. If you are a CARE/FERA customer, or if you are upgrading your electrical panel, you could be eligible for even bigger rebates. Why switch? Heat pump water heaters are cleaner, safer and more energy-efficient than gas water heaters. Learn more about the rebates at the Peninsula Clean Energy website.
Community Events
Center for Excellence in Nonprofits (CEN): Finding, Hiring, & Engaging New Team Members
Thurs, July 22, 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Join Center for Excellence in Nonprofits (CEN) for their upcoming workshop designed to show participants how to find, hire, and onboard employees with inclusion, diversity, equity, access, and liberation (IDEAL) principles embedded throughout the process. You will learn tips to assess and define your organization’s needs and values before you begin the hiring process, gain insight to develop strong and inclusive job descriptions that will attract the right talent, and examine the interview process and how you can embed case studies to better evaluate candidates.
League of Women Voters of North & Central San Mateo County: Expanding the Vote and Its Impact - 101st Anniversary Celebration
Sun, August 29, 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Join League of Women Voters of North & Central San Mateo County to celebrate the 101st anniversary of the League of Women Voters and the 19th Amendment. A panel of speakers will provide insights into the history of women's voting rights, the impact on national issues and politics and how expanding the franchise affected politics in the U.S. The panel will discuss the biggest challenge to future voter turnout and what we can expect.
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.
Get vaccinated so you can have the summer you want! Visit myturn.ca.gov to find your vaccine today. #VaxxUpSMC
The CA COVID-19 Rent Relief program now covers 100% of unpaid rent & future payments for income-eligible #renters& their landlords impacted by COVID-19. Apply today at HousingIsKey.com. If you’ve already received funds, you will be further compensated to reach 100%.
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