Approve Inventory Item No. 226 to provide a grant to Building Skills Partnership in the amount of $10,000 relating to a year-round outdoor wellness and environmental engagement program for low-wage property service workers, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (Duong)
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This document outlines a recommendation from Supervisor Betty Duong to the Board of Supervisors regarding Budget Inventory Item No. 226, which proposes a grant of $10,000 to Building Skills Partnership. The funds are intended for a year-round outdoor wellness and environmental engagement program for low-wage property service workers. The document includes fiscal implications, reasons for the recommendation, and potential impacts on children and seniors. It also describes the background of Building Skills Partnership and the steps to be taken following approval.
Key points
Recommendation to approve a $10,000 grant to Building Skills Partnership.
Funds will support outdoor wellness activities and community engagement for low-wage property service workers.
The grant aims to benefit children and youth whose parents participate in the program.
Building Skills Partnership is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization focused on low-wage workers.
County staff will execute the agreement and distribute funds upon approval.
Limitations
The document appears to be a draft as it includes a placeholder for the date and lacks final approval details.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District Two Supervisor Betty Duong 128686 DATE: May 13, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Betty Duong, Supervisor SUBJECT: Budget Inventory Item No. 226 Building Skills Partnership RECOMMENDED ACTION Approve Inventory Item No. 226 to provide a grant to Building Skills Partnership in the amount of $10,000 relating to a year-round outdoor wellness and environmental engagement program for low-wage property service workers, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (Duong) FISCAL IMPLICATIONS There is a one-time cost of $10,000. The recommended amount is less than the requested amount in order to align with the Board of Supervisors’ policy cap while still funding the maximum number of requests. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION Funds will be used for year-round outdoor wellness activities, environmental stewardship and community engagement activities, family engagement and community building, and environmental learning experiences for property service workers. Funds will support program coordination, transportation to activity sites, and program supplies. All promotional materials will include...
The document is a cover sheet for a funding request from Building Skills Partnership to the County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors. They are requesting $45,000 to support their Health and Wellness programming, which aims to enhance community health through nature activities. The organization is a nonprofit and does not have a fiscal sponsor. The funding request aligns with several strategic priorities of the Board, including enhancing support for children and families and promoting sustainability. Building Skills Partnership currently holds two contracts with the County, totaling $35,000, for related activities. The organization can effectively utilize partial funding if the full amount is not awarded.
Key points
Entity requesting funding: Building Skills Partnership
Amount requested: $45,000
Type: Nonprofit Entity
Fiscal Sponsor: No
Geographical reach: Countywide
Duration: Multi-year
Levine Act disclosures: Yes
Strategic priorities supported: Enhancing support for children and families, Promoting sustainability, Health and Wellness
Current contracts with County: $10,000 (District 2), $25,000 (District 1)
Ability to use partial funding: Yes
Supervisor requesting approval: Supervisor Duong
Amount recommended: $10,000
Limitations
The document does not specify the exact duration of the proposed program or activities.
There are unresolved placeholders regarding the identification of other supervisorial districts for funding.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Budget Inventory Item Cover Sheet Entity or Individual(s) requesting funding: Building Skills Partnership Amount of funding requested: $45,000 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 Duration of program or activities (specify dates): Multi-year? No ✔ Yes Levine Act: The entity/individual will...