Approve Inventory Item No. 185 to provide a one-time sponsorship to SOMOS Mayfair, Inc., in the amount of $2,500 relating to Gracias a la Vida 2027, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (Abe-Koga)
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The document outlines a recommendation from Supervisor Margaret Abe-Koga to the Board of Supervisors regarding a one-time sponsorship of $2,500 to SOMOS Mayfair, Inc. for their event Gracias a la Vida 2027. The recommendation includes a request for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. The sponsorship aims to support community-centered services in East San José and requires that the funded event be open to all eligible attendees. SOMOS Mayfair will provide a narrative description of the event planning by February 28, 2027.
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Recommendation for a one-time sponsorship of $2,500 to SOMOS Mayfair, Inc.
Sponsorship relates to the Gracias a la Vida 2027 event.
Final consideration and approval requested for June 18, 2026.
SOMOS Mayfair provides community-centered services in East San José.
Event must be open to eligible attendees of all backgrounds.
SOMOS Mayfair to provide a narrative description of event planning by February 28, 2027.
No/neutral impact on children, seniors, or sustainability.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District Five Supervisor Margaret Abe-Koga 128444 DATE: May 13, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Margaret Abe-Koga, Supervisor SUBJECT: Budget Inventory Item No. 185 – SOMOS Mayfair, Inc. RECOMMENDED ACTION Approve Inventory Item No. 185 to provide a one-time sponsorship to SOMOS Mayfair, Inc., in the amount of $2,500 relating to Gracias a la Vida 2027, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (Abe-Koga) FISCAL IMPLICATIONS There is a one-time cost of $2,500. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION SOMOS Mayfair provides community-centered services to build leadership, strengthen families, and address systemic inequalities in East San José. Their programs include expanding access to resources, developing community leadership, and supporting long-term neighborhood stability. This sponsorship would support Gracias a la Vida 2027, the organization’s annual community celebration and fundraiser that uplifts leadership, resilience, and power in San José families. This event brings together community members to invest in solutions that advance opportunity in underserved neighborhoods. Events funded by this...
This document is a Budget Inventory Item Cover Sheet for SOMOS Mayfair, requesting $2,500 in funding from the County of Santa Clara. The entity is a nonprofit and does not have a fiscal sponsor. The program has a countywide geographical reach and aligns with several Board of Supervisors strategic priorities, including expanding access to behavioral health services and increasing access to housing. The proposed funding duration is until April 9, 2026. SOMOS has current funding from the County for other projects and affirms that the requested funds will not be used for prohibited purposes.
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Entity requesting funding: SOMOS Mayfair
Amount requested: $2,500
Type: Nonprofit Entity
Fiscal Sponsor: No
Geographical reach: Countywide
Multi-year: No
Levine Act disclosures: Yes
Strategic priorities supported: Expanding access to behavioral health services, Increasing access to housing, Strengthening community safety and reforming the criminal justice system, Enhancing support for children and families
Duration of funding: Until April 9, 2026
Current contracts with County: Yes
Ability to use partial funding: Yes
Affirmation of compliance with funding terms: Yes
Supervisor requesting approval: Supervisor Margaret Abe-Koga
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Budget Inventory Item Cover Sheet Entity or Individual(s) requesting funding: SOMOS Mayfair Amount of funding requested: $2,500 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 Board approval:...