Sustaining Agriculture Through Disaster: A Continuity of Operations Workshops for Famers
Tues, March 12, 5:00 - 7:00 pm, In-Person
Disasters can have major impacts on agricultural operations, from crop and equipment damage to lost wages and revenue. With proactive planning and knowledge of available disaster resources, agricultural operators can help reduce impacts on their farms and get back up and running faster after a shock event like a flood or landslide.
Join Thrive Rise, SF CARD, South Coast Sustainable, and the San Mateo Resource Conservation District for a two-hour workshop where farmers learn practical strategies to keep operations running during disasters. We will cover hazard mitigation on farms, disaster cleanup resources, labor availability planning, employee safety guidelines, payroll during a disaster, and where to seek relief funds. This training is designed for farm owners and operators, but all are welcome.
HR Learning Series: Optimizing Benefits or Candidate Attraction & Retention
Thur, March 14, 12:00 - 2:00 pm, In-Person
Join us for an immersive presentation on crafting irresistible benefit packages tailored for local nonprofits of all sizes! In this second session of the HR Learning Series, Jeff Galipeaux, Vice President of Human Resources for LifeMoves will dive deep into dynamic strategies for attracting and keeping top-tier talent. Attendees will leave this session armed with actionable insights and practical tools to improve recruitment and retention and ideas for paths forward for advocacy and change in the benefits space. Prepare to challenge conventional perspectives on organizational benefits as we explore their pivotal role.
Nonprofit leaders and HR professionals of all backgrounds and nonprofit sizes are welcome to attend this session. Don't miss this opportunity to revolutionize your approach to talent management and organizational success!
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
Bay Area Transit Expands Clipper START Program to Provide Affordable Transit for Low-Income Riders
Bay Area Transit has expanded its Clipper START program to make it more affordable for low-income riders, aged between 19-64 years. The program offers a 50% discount on single-ride fares for all Bay Area transit, including bus, rail, ferry, and train.
Application are available in English, Spanish, Chinese and Tagalog. Eligible participants can apply online here.
Community Events
Puente: Farmworker Convention 2024
Sun, March 17, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, In-Person
The Farmworker Convention will consist of several workshops of interest to farmworkers, including speakers and panels of farmworkers who will share their stories, challenges, dreams, and their priorities for themselves and their families. Topics will include pesticides, CPR, Labor Rights, Immigration Law, Workplace Safety, and more.
The event will be conducted in Spanish. The opening session, panels, and closing sessions will have English interpretation available. Interpretation in other languages may also be available if requested in advance.
Community Equity Collaborative: Rainbow Kids en Español - A Free Webinar on Gender, Love & Family (in Spanish)
Thur, March 21, 4:00 - 5:30 pm, Virtual
Join Community Equity Collaborative for a free 90-minute webinar in Spanish offering age-appropriate info, strategies, and resources to support young children as they explore who they are, whom they can love, and what makes a family. The webinar will cover the basics, including LGBTQ+ identities and terms, pronouns and inclusive language, managing daily messages about gender, family and love, and the power of affirmation.
Join the Center for Creativity and Community Partners for an Inspiring Gathering of Art Enthusiasts. Learn more about the progress and strides the Center for Creativity has made. Spanish Translation is available.
Sustainable San Mateo County: SSMC's 25th Annual Awards Celebration and Auction
Wed, April 10, 5:30 - 8:30 pm, In-Person
Tickets are now on sale for Sustainable San Mateo County’s 25th Annual Awards Celebration, which will honor five local sustainability champions and two green building projects with a hosted reception, dinner, live auction, and awards program filled with inspiring stories about local sustainability heroes.
Legal Services for Prisoners with Children: Quest For Democracy
Mon, April 29, 4:00 - 8:00 pm, In-Person
Join Legal Services for Prisoners to rally at the state capitol for the annual Quest for Democracy event. Every year, Legal Services for Prisoners bus hundreds of formerly incarcerated persons to Sacramento to meet directly with their elected legislators. Please join and support the movement to advocate for the rights of persons formerly and currently incarcerated.
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