Each year, the Summit convenes community members, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, government, philanthropy, academia, and the private sector. The goal continues to be to uplift the climate resilience and environmental justice priorities of frontline communities and advocate for policies and practices that reduce the adverse impacts of climate change on all San Mateo County residents. We make it a practice to center underrepresented voices, including those that are indigenous, youth, and faith-oriented.
Join us for a voter engagement brainstorming session with San Mateo County nonprofits and partners. Together, we'll explore ideas, exchange best practices, and formulate actionable initiatives to empower our community and promote active civic participation. This session is thoughtfully designed to assist organizations in developing strategic plans for the upcoming months. Don't miss this opportunity to contribute to shaping our democratic process!
Spanish interpretation is available. Please get in touch with Yajaira Ortega if you require additional accommodations or have inquiries about accessibility.
Climate and Disaster Migration: Global Movements, Local Impacts, and the Increasing Need for Climate Resilience
Wed, September 25, 10:00 am - 11:00 am, Virtual
Join us for our September COAD meeting to learn about climate and disaster migration, and its relationship to San Mateo County communities. We are excited to welcome Fr. Luis Eduardo Zavala de Alba and Miriam Yupanqui, who will share their experiences supporting those who have migrated due to the impacts of sea level rise, drought, wildfire, and other natural hazards on their livelihoods.
Fr. Luis Eduardo Zavala de Alba is the founder and director of Casa Monarca, a migrant shelter based in Monterrey, Mexico that welcomes, protects, and integrates migrants, refugees, and internally displaced people. Fr. Luis is also a professor of human rights at Yale University, and has worked frequently with the United Nations in promoting international human rights.
Miriam Yupanqui is the Executive Director of Nuestra Casa, a local nonprofit with the goal of uplifting Latino families through community education, leadership development, and advocacy. Miriam is building a movement to transform East Palo Alto into a place where every resident thrives.
We will hear from Fr. Luis on his experiences with migrants at his shelter in Mexico as well as climate migration from a sociological perspective. Miriam joins us to discuss the burdens faced by migrants in San Mateo County, and how we can continue to support migrant communities as climate exacerbates the adverse conditions that push people to leave their homes.
Join us for the October VEOAC meeting as we approach the final stretch of the election season! With Election Day just around the corner on November 5, this meeting will feature crucial updates from the County Elections Office and insights on the latest developments. Your participation is vital as we navigate these critical final weeks.
This meeting is proudly co-chaired by San Francisco Peninsula People Power, the County Elections Office, and Thrive Alliance. We look forward to your active involvement!
Thrive Alliance'sTranslation Services Hub has reopened with the generous support of the Silicon Valley Community Foundation. Our vision for the local nonprofit sector prioritizes community access by consistently and mindfully offering professional language translation and interpretation services for its programs and services.
The Translation Services Hub offers nonprofits free language translation and interpretation services in Spanish, Chinese, and Filipino. Learn more about this service or put in a request here.
Commute.org Seeks Feedback for Transportation Demand Management Accreditation
Commute.org is excited to share that they are working towards becoming one of the first Transportation Demand Management (TDM) agencies in the country to achieve accreditation through a new program with the Association for Commuter Transportation (ACT). As part of the process, they need to survey their stakeholders and program partners to understand how well they are meeting their needs and the impact of their programs. Feedback from stakeholders and program partners is essential in this process. If stakeholders and program partners have not already done so, they are encouraged to take a minute to answer five quick survey questions. Responses will be completely anonymous.
Peninsula Clean Energy: E-Bike for Everyone Program
The E-Bikes for Everyone program assists eligible residents in obtaining a new e-bike through a rebate of up to $1,000. The incentive is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. You can receive the rebate for the purchase of a new e-bike or lease an e-bike for one year through Ridepanda at a discounted rate. Leases are month-to-month with no upfront cost.
Supervisor Warren Slocum: Tu Voto, Tu Futuro/Your Vote, Your Future
Mon, September 30, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm, Virtual
Supervisor Warren Slocum, the CARON Program, and a panel of community leaders will be discussing the importance of voting. Insights will be shared by the San Mateo County Elections Office, the League of Women Voters, Thrive Alliance, and the Latino Community Foundation. The event, "Tu Voto, Tu Futuro/Your Vote, Your Future," will take place on September 30th from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM. Topics will include how to register to vote, the role of women and Latinos in the upcoming elections, updates from the San Mateo County Elections Office, and efforts to attract more voters.
Join us for the College, Career, & Community Fair this fall as we partner with Redwood City PAL, Cañada College, Sequoia High School, Redwood City Together, and the City of Redwood City to offer our new event. We are expanding to include valuable insights and opportunities for high school students in our community as they plan for their future careers and education.
Community Spaces Network: 2024 State of the Sector report
Wed, September 18, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm, Virtual
The Community Spaces Network is thrilled to announce its fourth state of the sector survey. This survey, first conducted in 2011, is crucial for understanding the reach and influence of shared space centers across the US and Canada. It is also the most sought-after resource by CSN. Given the significant changes in commercial real estate due to the global pandemic, this survey cycle is more important than ever. The organization invites interested parties to join a webinar to be presented by a Senior Research Consultant from Harder+Co, CSN’s survey partner, to gain an exclusive preview of the 2024 State of the Sector report. The webinar aims to provide insights into key findings, discuss the results, and shed light on future trends in the shared space sector. This event will be beneficial for centers in development, centers in operation, SPRE partners, and anyone interested in nonprofit real estate and the shared space sector.
Redwood City Together: Welcoming Stars Celebration
Wed, September 18, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, In-Person
Redwood City Together and The Welcoming Redwood City Working Group are hosting a celebratory dinner to honor this year's Welcoming Stars: José Luis Aguirre with CARON and the YMCA's Safety Around Water program, accepted by Andres Romero. José Luis has been instrumental in fostering trust and mutual understanding between the community and the Sheriff’s Office in Redwood City and North Fair Oaks. His work at CARON includes educational workshops and classes covering various essential topics. The Sequoia YMCA's Safety Around Water Program has provided water safety education to 160 children from low-income backgrounds, emphasizing the importance of water safety for both children and parents. This event will be a great opportunity to celebrate these incredible people and learn more about their impactful work.
Redwood City Together: Flee Film Screening: Celebrating Welcoming Week
Thur, September 19, 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm, In-Person
Join Redwood City Together for a complimentary dinner and a discussion with Kawser Amine, a Refugee Organizer with CHIRLA. Following the discussion, the organization will screen the film "Flee," which tells the true story of a man’s extraordinary journey as a child refugee from Afghanistan. This event is open to the entire community—don’t miss it! It's part of Welcoming Week, taking place from September 13-22. Welcoming Week is when organizations and communities come together to build strong connections and affirm the importance of creating inclusive spaces for all. This year, everyone is invited to enjoy a complimentary dinner and join for the special film screening and discussion.
Join Redwood City Together for Teddy Bear Tea. Bring your friends to enjoy tea, coffee, and pastries while learning about Help One Child. You can also write a card to a child in foster care and there is an optional teddy bear donation opportunity. All ages are welcome.
Please RSVP via email at carrie.dubois@ggsir.com.
NosTerra Ventures: Turn Up & Turn Out: A Civic Education Fair
Sat, September 21, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm, In-Person
NosTerra Ventures is organizing "Turn Up & Turn Out: A Civic Education Fair" to inspire and educate the next generation of voters and civic leaders. The event will feature interactive games, engaging panels with elected officials and experts, hands-on activities about voting and civic engagement, and opportunities to volunteer for the 2024 Election.
Attendees can expect to learn about critical issues on the ballot, meet with local, state, and federal officials, and connect with organizations like KQED Education, League of Women Voters, and CalMatters. This free event is open to parents, students, alums, teachers, and anyone interested in learning more about the democratic process.
One of the breakout sessions will be "Beyond Voting: How and Why to Get Involved Locally," featuring speakers Yajaira Ortega, Mayor James Coleman, Colin Chu, and Noor Chowdhary.
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