Approve Inventory Item No. 84 to provide a grant to Opportunities For Change (OFC) in the amount of $5,000 relating to supporting the OFC Reentry Training Center, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (Lee)
The document outlines a recommendation from Supervisor Otto Lee to approve a grant of $5,000 to Opportunities For Change (OFC) to support their Reentry Training Center. The grant is intended for life skills and job readiness programs in Santa Clara County for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The item is set for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026.
Key points
The grant amount is $5,000.
The grant is for Opportunities For Change (OFC) to support their Reentry Training Center.
The funds are designated for life skills and job readiness programs in Santa Clara County.
The item is scheduled for final consideration on June 18, 2026.
All funded programs must be open to eligible participants of all backgrounds.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District Three Supervisor Otto Lee 128592 DATE: May 13, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Otto Lee, President SUBJECT: Budget Inventory Item No. 84 - Opportunities For Change (OFC) RECOMMENDED ACTION Approve Inventory Item No. 84 to provide a grant to Opportunities For Change (OFC) in the amount of $5,000 relating to supporting the OFC Reentry Training Center, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (Lee) FISCAL IMPLICATIONS There is a one-time cost of $5000. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION The grant may only be used by Opportunities for Change to deliver life skills and job readiness programs in Santa Clara County during the 2026-2027 fiscal year. Opportunities for Change (OFC) was founded to address the needs of clients by providing opportunities to change the course of their lives. The organization’s focus is on positive coaching and empowering people with practical life skills when they face challenges in achieving stability and dignity. Positions, programs, services, and/or events funded by this grant must be open to eligible candidates/participants/attendees of all backgrounds. STEPS...
This document is a cover sheet for a funding request by Opportunities For Change (OFC) to the County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors. OFC is requesting $25,000 for a new training center, which will include technology, furniture, and whiteboards. The funding aims to support various strategic priorities, including expanding access to behavioral health services and increasing access to housing. The request indicates that OFC has not previously received county funding for similar programs and does not have current contracts with the county. The proposed program is not multi-year and is set to run from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027.
Key points
Funding requested: $25,000 for a new training center.
Entity requesting funding: Opportunities For Change (OFC).
Type of entity: Nonprofit.
Geographical reach: District 5.
Duration of program: July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027.
Supports strategic priorities including behavioral health services and housing access.
OFC has not previously received county funding for similar programs.
OFC does not have current contracts or funding from the county.
Limitations
The document contains unresolved placeholders, such as specific dates and amounts for previous funding.
The document does not specify the amount of funding recommended by the supervisor.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Budget Inventory Item Cover Sheet I Amount of funding requested:1$25,000 - New Training Center (technology, furniture, whiteboards, etc.) I Entity or Individual(s) requesting funding:!Opportunities For Change (OFC) Type of Entity/Individual(s):□ Governmental Entity D [Z] □ __________________________ Nonprofit Entity For-Profit Entity Other: .__ _. Note: Nonprofit and for-profit entities must provide current Certificate of Status from Secretary ofState showing good standing to receive funding. Does Entity/Individual have a Fiscal Sponsor?[Z] No □ Yes (please identify): lso1 (c)(3) Non-Profit I EIN #99-484-7008 / Incorporated in California A Fiscal Sponsor is a nonprofit that is taking on responsibility for accepting and/or disbursing funds on behalf of the grantee or sponsored entity. Note: Fiscal Sponsors are available only for new initiatives or projects that have not yet incorporated, or for individuals. Nonprofits that are not in good standing with the California Secretary of State, and for-profit entities, may not use a fiscal sponsor. □ Countywide Or specific district(s) (check all that apply): □ District 1 □ District 2 □ District...