Join us for our Voter Outreach Trainingtraining session to learn the how, what, where, when, and why of effective voter engagement. This inclusive training is open to everyone, providing valuable resources for voter education customized for your organization.
In addition, you will learn about Thrive's Election Education Toolkit. This toolkit aims to amplify and strengthen voter outreach and education in traditionally less engaged communities by addressing the lack of knowledge about the process. Give this toolkit to leaders in your community to use for informal voter education. The toolkits will be available in English and Spanish. Toolkits come with a $1,500 stipend to support outreach and encourage participation.
Email Yajaira Ortega, Thrive's Policy and Equity Manager, if you are interested in more information about receiving the stipend.
Advocacy 101: Transforming Nonprofits Into Effective Changemakers
Mon, January 29, 3:00 - 5:00 pm, In-Person
Every nonprofit can and should have a policy advocacy strategy that advances its mission and helps nonprofits be effective allies to grassroots social justice changemakers. Advocacy is one of the important strategies nonprofits can take to bring the community’s attention to the issues they care about and bring about meaningful change for the people they serve.
One of the greatest myths about nonprofits is that they cannot participate in advocacy or lobbying. However, with the right tools and information, you can make policy advocacy work for your organization and your community. Advocacy can include numerous activities such as policy research, public education, lobbying elected officials, educating the media, and voter engagement.
In this workshop, attendees will learn:
High-level but essential information about how nonprofits can legally get involved in issue-based advocacy work and the key differences between advocacy and lobbying;
The essential components of nonprofit advocacy, including a recap of how to establish an advocacy shop, analyzing and prioritizing issues, campaigning, and coalition work, among others;
How to include the community you serve and your Board in setting organizational advocacy priorities and in advocacy activities; and
Tips and tricks from expert panelists as they share their advocacy stories from the field.
Also, you'll connect with other nonprofit leaders and begin building a network of allies who can support you on your advocacy journey!
Candidate Forum: District 4, San Mateo County Board of Supervisors
Tues, January 30, 6:00 - 8:00 pm, In-Person
Thrive Alliance and Leadership Council San Mateo County, are hosting a candidate forum to elevate the most pressing issues of nonprofits and their communities in San Mateo County. The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors oversees county departments, programs, and property, with an annual budget of over $4 billion.
Candidates:
Paul Bocanegra, Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention Commissioner - Legislative Coordinator, County of San Mateo
All districts have changed since the 2020 census report and the redistricting process that followed. District 4 includes the cities of Redwood City, East Palo Alto, Menlo Park, and North Fair Oaks.
Thrive Alliance and Leadership Council San Mateo County are non-endorsing and nonpartisan organizations.
Se ofrece interpretación en español.
Spanish interpretation is available. Please reach out to Yajaira Ortega if you require additional accommodations or have inquiries about accessibility.
Thrive RISE January Meeting: An Introduction to Cold Impacts on Health and the County's Inclement Weather Program
Wed, January 31, 10:00 - 11:00 am, Virtual
Cold weather can result in poor health outcomes, and even death, for those that are unhoused or who otherwise lack proper heating resources. Individuals most at risk for hypothermia are people experiencing homelessness, older adults with inadequate food and heating resources, infants in cold bedrooms, and substance users. Join our January COAD meeting with representatives from the County of San Mateo Health and Human Services Agency to learn more about cold impacts on the human body, how social vulnerability exacerbates risk to cold weather, and how the County’s Inclement Weather Program is working to expand shelter availability for unhoused individuals on cold nights.
All organizations are welcome at this meeting, regardless of sector or experience in responding to community emergencies. Registration is not required for these recurring meetings. Please save this link as a recurring event on your calendar for the last Wednesday of the month.
Citizens’ Climate Lobby: Climate Solutions District 16 Candidate Panels
Thurs, February 1 & Mon, February 5
The San Mateo, Silicon Valley North, and Silicon Valley South chapters of Citizens’ Climate Lobby (CCL), in partnership with Thrive Alliance, Acterra, 350 Silicon Valley, Sustainable San Mateo County, and Sustainable Silicon Valley will host two virtual panels with the 10 candidates (5 on each panel) running for Anna Eshoo’s seat (CA CD16) on Thursday, February 1, and Monday, February 5 from 7:00 - 8:30 PM. Attendees will leave with a new understanding of what the 10 candidates will do on matters pertaining to climate and environmental solutions.
Where: Zoom (see links below) Cost: Free of charge How to participate: Registration required.
Click here to register for the February 1 panel with Joby Bernstein, Evan Low, Julie Lythcott-Haims, Joe Simitian, and Greg Lin Tanaka
Click here to register for the February 5 panel with Peter Dixon, Rishi Kumar, Sam Liccardo, Ahmed Mostafa and Peter Ohtaki
There are two nights due to the large number. Be sure to register for both nights to see all the candidates.
Candidate Conversation on Children: San Mateo County Board of Supervisors Races
Mon, February 5, 5:30 - 7:00 pm, In-Person
Thrive Alliance and Choose Children, a project of Silicon Valley Community Foundation, invite you to attend a county-wide conversation with candidates for County Supervisor as they discuss critical children’s issues and their plans to shape a county where children and families can thrive.
If you are concerned about the issues facing children, including affordable and high-quality child care and learning environments and the mental health of children and families, join this event to learn where the candidates stand on these issues and their plans for addressing them.
The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors oversees county departments, programs, and property, with an annual budget of over $4 billion.
Candidates In Attendance:
Paul Bocanegra, Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention Commissioner - Legislative Coordinator, County of San Mateo
Thrive Alliance and Choose Children are non-endorsing and nonpartisan organizations.
Se ofrece interpretación en español.
Spanish interpretation is available. Please reach out to Yajaira Ortega if you require additional accommodations or have inquiries about accessibility.
The San Mateo Public Library facilities are being rented for this event. The viewpoints and materials presented at this event are not necessarily endorsed by the City of San Mateo or the San Mateo Public Library.
Summit for Partnerships in Education - Elevating Racial Justice in SMC
Thurs, February 15, 8:30 am - 2:30 pm, In-Person
Join us for an inspiring event focused on elevating racial justice in San Mateo County! The San Mateo County Office of Education, Thrive Alliance, and Stanford Haas Center for Public Service are proud to host The Summit for Partnerships in Education, which aims to bring together educators, community leaders, and advocates to discuss and collaborate on ways to promote equity and inclusivity in our schools and community. This in-person event will be held at the Community Center on Burlingame Avenue in Burlingame, CA, USA.
By attending, you will have the opportunity to hear from community-based organizations, schools, and districts engage in thought-provoking discussions, attend informative workshops, and network with like-minded individuals who are passionate about fostering a more equitable education system. Together, we can work towards creating a brighter future for all students in San Mateo County.
Thrive RISE (Resilience in Shared Emergencies): Coordinating Staff Roles in Disaster - An Introduction to Incident Command System for Nonprofits
Wed, February 21, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, In-Person
The Incident Command System (ICS) is a framework that emergency workers use to efficiently organize and manage response efforts during disasters. Because the nonprofit sector plays a major role in disaster response, it is essential that San Mateo County nonprofits are trained in and applying ICS principles to their own emergency response efforts.
This two-hour interactive, in-person workshop will provide a brief background on ICS and show you how to adapt ICS principles to your organization’s emergency planning. Participants will practice applying these principles to realistic disaster scenarios and will walk away with templates for creating Emergency Response Plans and Teams. As with all COAD trainings, this will be an opportunity to connect with other San Mateo County nonprofits that are active in emergency preparedness and response. This workshop is designed for nonprofits, but is open to all.
Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition (SVBC): Free Pop-Up Bike Repair Clinic in Daly City
On Tuesday, January 23, 2024, Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition (SVBC) staff and volunteers will be tabling at the Daly City BART station, completing easy fixes and repairs for free while collecting survey responses for the project. In addition, a limited number of incentives, such as gift cards, bike lights, and other goodies, will be available for those who complete their survey. You can learn more about the bike repair process and register for services here and on theirvirtual flier.
Please feel free to reach out to anthony@bikesiliconvalley.org if you have any questions or would like to request translation services.
County Now Evaluating Measure K Funding Proposals: Applications Received Total More Than Seven Times Available Funds
San Mateo County staff are now evaluating 315 applications requesting Measure K sales tax funds as part of a community process to match the Board of Supervisors’ priorities in three critical areas: children, families, and seniors; emergency preparedness; and, housing and homelessness. The County released a Notice of Funding Opportunity soliciting proposals in November 2023 and the application window closed Friday, Jan. 5. County staff worked through the weekend to process the applications so that evaluation can start this week.
The requests total $750 million over three years. The first year of requests alone totals more than $251 million. This is more than seven times the $35 million to $37 million available annually from the County, meaning the available money can only cover 14 percent of the requests. To learn more click here.
Community Events
C/CAG: January Biketivist Forum - Accessible and Equitable Bike and Scooter Share
Wed, January 17, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
The City/County Association of Governments (C/CAG) of San Mateo County is launching a new Bike Share and Scooter Share pilot program. They want to understand your needs and perspectives to design a program that works best for the community. In partnership with the Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition, from December 2023-February 2024, C/CAG is reaching out to residents, workers, and visitors in the cities and communities of Daly City, Broadmoor, Colma, Redwood City, and North Fair Oaks to understand the community’s needs. Please join them for a virtual feedback session to learn more about the project and share your needs and preferences to help develop a program that works for all people, of all ages, and abilities.
Rotary Club of Peninsula Starlight: 100 Points of Light 2024
Sun, February 4, 3:00 - 6:00 pm
The Rotary Club of Peninsula Starlight invites you to join them for a lively, friendly competition between selected nonprofits. This not-to-miss afternoon will feature delicious fare from local restaurants, drinks, socializing, and community building. Come and support three local nonprofit organizations made up of passionate innovators dedicated to making a difference. Hear their pitches and vote for your favorite one to decide how the funds will be allocated to each nonprofit.
1st place gets 50% of the proceeds
2nd place gets 25% of the proceeds
3rd place gets 15% of the proceeds
The club foundation retains 10% of proceeds for future humanitarian projects.
Pacific Beach Coalition: 17th Annual Surf Movie Night
Fri, February 9, 6:00 - 7:30 pm & 8:30 - 10:00 pm
Join Pacific Beach Coalition for their 17th annual Surf Movie Night Fundraiser featuring the captivating documentary “Of Wind and Waves.” This film is a tribute to the legendary Woody Brown, an icon of surfing, sailing, and soaring.
Pacific Beach Coalition will have the privilege of hosting two special guests for an open Q&A:
Director and Producer David L. Brown
Jeffrey Brown, son of Woody Brown
Note: There are two different showtimes to choose from (6:00 - 7:30 pm & 8:30 - 10:00 pm).
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