Approve Inventory Item No. 122 to provide a grant to Step Forward Foundation in the amount of $15,000 relating to supporting accompaniment services, 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 regarding a grant to the Step Forward Foundation. The recommended action is to approve a grant of $15,000 for the foundation to provide accompaniment services for clients in the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The document includes fiscal implications and reasons for the recommendation, highlighting the foundation's work with underserved communities and survivors of crime.
Key points
Recommendation to approve a grant of $15,000 to Step Forward Foundation.
Grant intended to fund a position for client accompaniment services.
Step Forward Foundation provides pro bono legal services to underserved communities.
Funding must support positions and services open to all backgrounds.
Next steps include executing a contract amendment and distributing funds.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District Three Supervisor Otto Lee 128491 DATE: May 13, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Otto Lee, President SUBJECT: Budget Inventory Item No. 122 - Step Forward Foundation (SFF) RECOMMENDED ACTION Approve Inventory Item No. 122 to provide a grant to Step Forward Foundation in the amount of $15,000 relating to supporting accompaniment services, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (Lee) FISCAL IMPLICATIONS There is a one-time cost of $15,000. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION The grant may only be used by Step Forward Foundation to fund a position to support and accompany clients to critical appointments in the 2026-2027 fiscal year. Step Forward Foundation (SFF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing pro bono legal services in immigration, family, and employment law to underserved communities across Santa Clara, San Benito, and Monterey Counties. SFF specializes in supporting survivors of crime, including domestic violence, human trafficking, sexual assault, and hate crimes through culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and healing-centered legal services. Positions, programs,...
The Step Forward Foundation (SFF) is requesting $85,564 in funding from the County of Santa Clara for operational and logistical support for casework for clients in Santa Clara County. The funding aims to address an increase in requests for services and expand areas serviced. The proposed program is countywide and aligns with several Board of Supervisors strategic priorities, including strengthening community safety and reforming the criminal justice system, enhancing support for children and families, and promoting sustainability. SFF has existing contracts with the County totaling $1,009,000 and plans to apply for funding from all supervisorial districts. The proposed program duration is from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027.
Key points
Entity requesting funding: Step Forward Foundation (SFF)
Amount of funding requested: $85,564
Type of entity: Nonprofit
Geographical reach: Countywide
Program duration: 07/01/2026 - 06/30/2027
Current contracts with County: Yes, totaling $1,009,000
Funding will support operational and logistical support for casework
SFF has not previously sought funding for this role
Funding aligns with multiple strategic priorities of the Board of Supervisors
SFF plans to apply for funding from all supervisorial districts
Limitations
The text contains unresolved placeholders regarding the identification of the fiscal sponsor.
The text does not specify the exact nature of the proposed programs or activities beyond operational support.
The text does not provide specific details on the requested funding from other districts.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Budget Inventory Item Cover Sheet Entity or Individual(s) requesting funding: Step Forward Foundation (SFF) Amount of funding requested: $85,564 Type of Entity/Individual(s): Governmental Entity Other: ✔ Nonprofit Entity For-Profit Entity Note: Nonprofit and for-profit entities must provide current Certificate of Status from Secretary of State showing good standing to receive funding. Does Entity/Individual have a Fiscal Sponsor? ✔ No Yes (please identify): 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. Geographical reach of program or activities to be funded: ✔ Countywide Or specific district(s) (check all that apply): District 2 District 1 District 3 District 4 District 5 Multi-year? ✔ No Yes Levine Act: The entity/individual will provide required Levine Act disclosures prior to...
Lynette Parker, an Associate Clinical Professor of Law at the Katharine & George Alexander Community Law Center, submitted a public comment supporting the Step Forward Foundation's budget requests for the 2026-2027 year. The letter emphasizes the importance of funding for nonprofits that provide legal aid services to low-income and marginalized communities, particularly in immigration and family law. Parker highlights the vital role of Step Forward Foundation in serving vulnerable populations in Santa Clara County.
Key points
Lynette Parker supports Step Forward Foundation's budget requests for 2026-2027.
The comment is directed to the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors.
Step Forward Foundation provides legal aid services to low-income and marginalized communities.
The Katharine & George Alexander Community Law Center collaborates with Step Forward Foundation.
Funding is deemed crucial for nonprofits to improve their infrastructures.
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BoardOperations From: Sent: To: Subject: Lynette Parker Friday, May 8, 2026 3:28 PM BoardOperations [EXTERNAL] Agenda Items 90_283_347 May 8, 2026 VIA ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisor Sylvia Arenas, District 1 Supervisor Betty Duong, District 2 Supervisor Otto Lee, District 3 Supervisor Susan Ellenberg, District 4 Supervisor Margaret Abe-Koga, District 5 Board of Supervisors 70 W. Hedding Street San Jose, CA 95110 Re: Recommendation of Step Forward Foundation for Proposed Budget Agenda Item No. # 90, 283, and 347 Dear Santa Clara County Supervisors: I write this letter in support of Step Forward Foundation’s (Step Forward) Inventory Budget Items from Supervisor Sylvia Arenas (Agenda Item No. 347/Inventory Item No. 408), Supervisor Betty Duong (Agenda Item No. 283/Inventory Item No 331), and Supervisor Otto Lee (Agenda Item No. 90/ Inventory Item No. 122) for the 2026-2027 year. The Katharine & George Alexander Community Law Center (KGACLC) is a nonprofit legal services agency providing immigration, workers rights and consumer rights legal services to low-income members of the Santa Clara County community. Step Forward Foundation is a...
This document contains letters of support for the Step Forward Foundation regarding budget items for the 2026-2027 year. Mimi Nguyen expresses gratitude for the support her family received from Step Forward in navigating immigration processes. Huy Tran, Executive Director of SIREN, supports the budget request for Step Forward, emphasizing its vital role in providing legal aid services to marginalized communities.
Key points
Mimi Nguyen submitted a letter of support for Step Forward Foundation.
A.G., a client of Step Forward, shared how the foundation helped their family with immigration processes.
Huy Tran, Executive Director of SIREN, supports Step Forward's budget request for the 2026-2027 year.
Step Forward Foundation provides legal aid services to low-income and marginalized communities.
Limitations
The document contains redacted client information.
Some placeholders and unresolved sections are present, such as specific agenda item numbers.
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BoardOperations From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Attachments: Mimi Nguyen Friday, May 8, 2026 6:20 PM BoardOperations D2Inventory; Grants Administrator [EXTERNAL] Letter of Support for Step Forward Foundation | Agenda Item #s 90, 283, 347 Letter of Support_AG_Redacted.pdf Dear Board Operations Team: Please find attached a letter of support for Step Forward Foundation (Agenda Item #s 90, 283, 347). Please note: Client information is redacted to maintain client's privacy. -With Gratitude, Mimi Nguyen (she/her) Response Disclaimer: I am sending this email at a time that is convenient for me given my role, workload, and schedule; I do not expect a response outside of your work hours. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------To help protect y ou r priv acy , Microsoft O ffice prev ented automatic download of this picture from the Internet. Donate to Step Forward Foundation. Every dollar makes a difference. This message and its attachments are sent by a law office and may contain information that is confidential and protected by privilege from disclosure. If you are not the intended recipient, you are prohibited from printing, copying,...
This document is a letter of support from Philip Nguyen, Executive Director of the Vietnamese American Roundtable, for the Step Forward Foundation's budget items proposed for the 2026-2027 year. The letter addresses the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors and outlines the importance of funding for the Step Forward Foundation, which provides legal aid services to low-income and marginalized communities. The letter emphasizes the collaboration between the Vietnamese American Roundtable and the Step Forward Foundation in supporting vulnerable community members.
Key points
The letter is addressed to the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors.
Philip Nguyen is the Executive Director of the Vietnamese American Roundtable.
The letter supports the Step Forward Foundation's budget items for the 2026-2027 year.
The Step Forward Foundation provides legal aid services to low-income and marginalized communities.
The Vietnamese American Roundtable advocates for the Vietnamese American community and collaborates with the Step Forward Foundation.
Limitations
The document contains placeholders for some agenda item numbers and inventory item numbers.
The document is dated May 11, 2026, but it is unclear if this is a draft or final version.
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BoardOperations From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Attachments: Philip Nguyen Monday, May 11, 2026 5:15 PM BoardOperations Mimi; D2Inventory [EXTERNAL] Letter of Support for Step Forward Foundation for Proposed Budget Agenda Item No. # 90, 283, and 347 VAR _ SFF Inventory Item Support 2026.pdf Dear Board Operations Team, Please see attached the letter of support from the Vietnamese American Roundtable (VAR) for the Step Forward Foundation for Inventory Budget Items from Supervisor Sylvia Arenas (Agenda Item No. 347/Inventory Item No. 408), Supervisor Betty Duong (Agenda Item No. 283/Inventory Item No 331), and Supervisor Otto Lee (Agenda Item No. 90/ Inventory Item No. 122) for the 2026-2027 year. Best wishes, Philip -Philip Nguyen (he/him) Executive Director Vietnamese American Roundtable | http://varoundtable.org To help protect y our priv acy , Microsoft O ffice prev ented automatic download of this picture from the Internet. Vietnamese A merican Roundtable 1 May 11th, 2026 Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors 70 W. Hedding Street San Jose, CA 95110 Re: Recommendation of Step Forward Foundation for Proposed Budget Agenda Item No. # 90, 283, and 347 Dear Santa Clara County Board...
This document is a letter of support for the Step Forward Foundation regarding proposed budget agenda items for the 2026-2027 year. It highlights the importance of funding for nonprofits that assist marginalized communities, particularly Filipino migrants and workers. The letter is addressed to the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors and is signed by Jordan Espiritu, the PAWIS Financial Officer.
Key points
The letter supports Step Forward Foundation's budget items for the 2026-2027 year.
Step Forward Foundation provides legal aid services to low-income and marginalized communities.
PAWIS is a grassroots organization focused on the rights of Filipino caregivers facing exploitation.
Funding is deemed crucial for nonprofits to improve their infrastructures and support immigrants.
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BoardOperations From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Attachments: Jordan Espiritu Wednesday, May 13, 2026 11:56 AM BoardOperations D2Inventory; mimi@stepfwd.org [EXTERNAL] Letter of Support for Step Forward Foundation for Agenda Items No. # 90, 283, and 347 PAWIS Letter of Support for SFF_2026-2027.docx.pdf Hello, Please see attached letter of support for Step Forward Foundation. Thank you, Jo Espiritu 1 May 13, 2026 VIA ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisor Sylvia Arenas, District 1 Supervisor Betty Duong, District 2 Supervisor Otto Lee, District 3 Supervisor Susan Ellenberg, District 4 Supervisor Margaret Abe-Koga, District 5 Board of Supervisors 70 W. Hedding Street San Jose, CA 95110 Re: Recommendation of Step Forward Foundation for Proposed Budget Agenda Item No. # 90, 283, and 347 Dear Santa Clara County Supervisors: I write this letter in support of Step Forward Foundation’s (Step Forward) Inventory Budget Items from Supervisor Sylvia Arenas (Agenda Item No. 347/Inventory Item No. 408), Supervisor Betty Duong (Agenda Item No. 283/Inventory Item No 331), and Supervisor Otto Lee (Agenda Item No. 90/ Inventory Item No. 122) for the 2026-2027...