Psychological Safety Training for Nonprofit Leaders
Mon, March 25, 1:00 - 2:30 pm, Virtual
Curious about how to create a supportive and empowering work environment? Join SVCN and Thrive Alliance's workshop on Psychological Safety. Psychological safety is the shared belief among team members that they can take interpersonal risks without fear of negative consequences to their self-image, status, or career. Learn how fostering psychological safety within your team can build capacity and enhance collaboration, creativity, and organizational effectiveness. Discover practical strategies for building trust, open communication, and handling conflicts constructively. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your leadership and organizational impact.
This training is a part of the Nonprofit REDI Hub - a joint effort between SVCN and Thrive Alliance to integrate Racial Equity, Diversity and Inclusion into the nonprofit community in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties.
Charting the Legal Lobbying Waters for Impactful Nonprofit Advocacy
Wed, March 27, 2:00 - 3:00 pm, Virtual
The bottom line is: nonprofits can lobby! The question is: how to do it legally?
During this session, you'll gain a clearer grasp of how to navigate nonpartisan advocacy within legal lobbying restrictions. You'll also learn how to maintain records that will keep your organization's head above water to be in compliance with 501(c)(3) nonprofit lobbying.
Thrive RISE March Meeting: Understanding Major Changes to FEMA Assistance for Future Disasters
Wed, March 27, 10:00 - 11:00 am, Virtual
Earlier this year, FEMA announced policy changes to its Individual Assistance program that will greatly reduce barriers to assistance for those impacted by disasters. These policy changes, which go into effect for presidentially declared disasters that occur on or after March 22, 2024, aim to make the application and appeals processes easier for applicants, remove red tape associated with duplication of benefits, and promote more equitable outcomes among survivors.
Join our March meeting with Claire Balsley from SBP to learn about the specifics of these policy changes and what they mean for the communities you serve.
Voter Education and Outreach Advisory Committee (VEOAC)
Wed, April 10, 10:00 - 12:00 pm, In-Person
The San Mateo County Elections Division will summarize the results of the March primary election and identify low-turnout precincts. Community organizations that received funding for voter outreach will discuss which strategies proved to be the most effective and best practices in the future. We will discuss what activities or communities to focus on over the spring and summer to increase voter participation in the November elections! Everyone is welcome.
Building Momentum for Resilience Hubs Across the Bay Area
Tues, March 26 - Wed, May 22, Virtual
Join Thrive Alliance and Collective Resilience for a three-part workshop series to understand the landscape of resilience hubs in the Bay Area, learn the concepts and tools needed to develop resilience hubs, and develop partnerships with nonprofits, governments, and funders. We will lay the groundwork to develop a robust network of resilience hubs across the Bay Area for communities that need them most.
The workshops will be interactive, and feature guest speakers with expertise in developing resilience hubs, with opportunities for networking and peer-to-peer learning. The series is free for community members and small organizations, with a suggested fee for large organizations, businesses, and government agencies. These fees go toward speaker stipends and organizer costs, with any remaining funds to be put toward a fund for resilience hub development. Registration signs you up for all three sessions.
Session 1:The State of Resilience Hub Work in the Bay Area Tuesday, March 26, 1:00 - 3:00 pm, Virtual
Session 2:Funding and Development of Resilience Hubs Wednesday, April 24, 1:00 - 3:00 pm, Virtual
Session 3:Building a Network and Next Steps Wednesday, May 22, 1:00 - 3:00 pm, Virtual
San Mateo County Transportation Authority (TA): Regional Transit Connections Plan Survey
The San Mateo County Transportation Authority (TA) is developing the Regional Transit Connections Plan, which will provide guidance for a new grant program. The Regional Transit Connections Program will fund transit improvements that connect San Mateo County with San Francisco, Alameda, and Santa Clara Counties.
Help San Mateo County Transportation Authority learn more about how you travel between San Mateo County and Alameda, San Francisco, and Santa Clara Counties. This feedback will help the TA prioritize which transit projects to fund. Take the brief survey here.
Acterra: EV Charging Basics Workshop / Básicos de carga para los vehículos eléctricos
Wed, March 27, 7:00 - 8:00 pm, Virtual
Join Acterra for an informative electric vehicle workshop that focuses on EV charging. This workshop will cover topics such as the best ways to find and use public chargers, the different available charging speeds and costs, available rebates for Bay Area residents, and charging options for residents who live in multi-family dwellings.
The workshop will be conducted in both Spanish and English.
350 Silicon Valley: Electrify Your Home: Let's Show You How
Tues, April 2, 6:00 - 7:30 pm, In-Person
Please join 350 Silicon Valley for an electrification workshop sponsored by the City of San Mateo, Peninsula Clean Energy, and 350 Silicon Valley. This workshop is designed to help homeowners learn about rebates and other programs that can assist them in switching to electric power for their homes. The event will also include a presentation on electric service panel sizing. This community-led workshop is a great opportunity to learn more about electrification.
DACA—the Obama-era remedy providing temporary legal status to undocumented children and youth—is headed back to the U.S. Supreme Court and may not survive. To protect DACA recipients, a group of practitioners and advocates are working on a program to provide DACAmented individuals with permanent legal relief. Please join Zellerbach Family Foundation (ZFF), Grove Foundation, Path2Papers, and Justice Action Center (JAC) for an important webinar on supporting DACA recipients through employment-based immigration remedies.
Learn about exciting opportunities for nonprofit and public employers to provide legalization options for their DACAmented staff. Get connected to free resources from Path2Papers for individual DACA recipients to be screened for eligibility and for their employers to obtain pro-bono representation with sponsorship applications.
One Life Counseling Center: “All About You” A Community Wellness Lunch
Tues, May 7, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, In-Person
Join One Life Counseling Center for a Community Wellness Lunch to nurture your mental well-being. Get inspired, get motivated, and learn practical strategies. This event will mark the kickoff of Mental Health Awareness Month with renewed vigor and enthusiasm.
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