Approve Inventory Item No. 75 to provide a grant to Martha's Kitchen in the amount of $7,500 relating to supporting reliable access to nutritious meals for unhoused or vulnerable community members, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (Lee)

The document outlines a recommendation from Supervisor Otto Lee to the Board of Supervisors for a grant of $7,500 to Martha's Kitchen. This grant aims to support reliable access to nutritious meals for unhoused or vulnerable community members in Santa Clara County during the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The item is set for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026.

Key points

• Recommendation for a grant of $7,500 to Martha's Kitchen.
• The grant is intended to support access to nutritious meals for unhoused or vulnerable community members.
• The funding is designated for the 2026-2027 fiscal year.
• Martha's Kitchen has been operating since 1981 and focuses on providing meals with dignity.
• The grant must be used for programs open to all eligible participants.

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This document is a cover sheet for a funding request by Martha's Kitchen, seeking $25,000 for programs aimed at providing reliable access to nutritious meals and fresh produce. The request indicates that the entity is a nonprofit and does not have a fiscal sponsor. The funding is intended to support strategic priorities related to enhancing support for children and families. The entity has previously received funding from the County and has applied for additional funding from other supervisorial districts.

Key points

• Entity requesting funding: Martha's Kitchen
• Amount requested: $25,000
• Type: Nonprofit Entity
• No fiscal sponsor identified
• Geographical reach: Districts 1, 2, and 3
• Duration of program: July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027
• Multi-year: No
• Levine Act disclosures will be provided
• Supports strategic priority of enhancing support for children and families
• Previous funding received: $25,000 in 2023 and $225,000 in 2024
• No current contracts or funding from the County
• Affirms compliance with funding terms

Limitations

• The document contains unresolved placeholders, such as specific dates and amounts for funding recommendations.
• The document appears to be a draft as it includes incomplete sections and placeholders.

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This document is a letter of support addressed to the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors regarding Agenda Items #63 and #242. The letter advocates for the approval of grants to Martha's Kitchen, which provides food distribution services in Santa Clara County. The letter outlines the organization's history, impact, and the importance of the funding to expand its services.

Key points

• The letter supports Agenda Item #63 and Agenda Item #242.
• Martha's Kitchen is requesting a $7,500 grant and a $20,000 grant.
• The organization has provided approximately 2.2 million meals in the past year.
• Martha's Kitchen rescues and redistributes about 136,000 pounds of food monthly.
• The organization mobilizes over 1,000 volunteers annually.

Limitations

• The document includes placeholders for attachments and does not specify the content of the attached letter.
• The letter does not provide specific details about the agenda items beyond the grant amounts.

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