Approve Inventory Item No. 241 to provide a grant to Directors Alliance San José in the amount of $100,000 relating to small business activation events, and small business support, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (LA) (Duong)
This document outlines a recommendation from Supervisor Betty Duong to the Board of Supervisors regarding Budget Inventory Item No. 241, which proposes a grant of $100,000 to the Directors Alliance San José for small business activation events and support. The grant aims to fund various community events across different neighborhoods in District 2, enhancing cultural celebrations and community engagement. The document includes details on the intended use of funds, the impact on children and seniors, and the background of the Directors Alliance as a non-profit organization focused on economic development for underserved business corridors.
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Recommendation to approve a $100,000 grant to Directors Alliance San José.
Funds will support small business activation events and community engagement activities.
Events include cultural celebrations and FIFA World Cup Watch Parties in various neighborhoods.
The Directors Alliance is a 501(c)(3) non-profit founded in late 2023.
The grant aims to benefit children and seniors in the community.
No sustainability implications are noted for the recommended action.
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Specific details regarding the final approval date and other procedural steps are not provided.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District Two Supervisor Betty Duong 128688 DATE: May 13, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Betty Duong, Supervisor SUBJECT: Budget Inventory Item No. 241 – Directors Alliance San José RECOMMENDED ACTION Approve Inventory Item No. 241 to provide a grant to Directors Alliance San José in the amount of $100,000 relating to small business activation events, and small business support, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (LA) (Duong) FISCAL IMPLICATIONS There is a one-time cost of $100,000. 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 The Directors Alliance aims to activate small business corridors across the County with events throughout 2026 and 2027. Impactful events for the community and region celebrating cultural traditions and customs continue to be very successful, such as the Story Road Night Market, Tết Festivals on Tully and Story Roads, Japantown’s Farmer’s Market, and the Story Road Moon Festival. The Directors Alliance seeks to...
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This document is a cover sheet for a funding request from the Directors' Alliance San Jose to the County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors. The organization is requesting $115,000 for activities related to community event activation. The request indicates that the organization is a nonprofit entity and does not have a fiscal sponsor. The geographical reach of the program includes District 2, and the duration of the activities is specified for the fiscal year 2026-27. The organization has previously received funding for similar programs. The document includes a note regarding compliance with the Levine Act disclosures and affirms that the funding will not be used for prohibited purposes.
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Funding request from Directors' Alliance San Jose for $115,000.
Entity type: Nonprofit.
No fiscal sponsor.
Geographical reach: District 2.
Duration: Fiscal year 2026-27.
Previous funding received for similar programs.
Affirmation of compliance with funding terms.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Budget Inventory Item Cover Sheet Entity or Individual(s) requesting funding:IDIRECTORS' ALLIANCE SAN JOSE Amount of funding requested: $115,000 .!::::::,-------------.----------==:------------' D Type of Entity/Individual(s):0 Governmental Entity ✓ Nonprofit Entity For-Profit Entity Other: !...._ _ _ _ _ _ _...;;.....i;.....;.......;...._....;...;..'----'='---------"------, D 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 D 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 9!!:JJ!.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 Sta te, and fo r-profit entities, may not use a fisca l sponsor. Geographical reach of program or activities to be funded: D Countywide Or specific district(s) (check all that apply): ODistrict 1...
The Alum Rock Santa Clara Street Business Association Board of Directors expresses gratitude to Supervisor Betty Duong for securing funding for economic development in local business corridors. They highlight the importance of this funding for community events and local businesses, particularly mentioning an upcoming FIFA World Cup Watch Party.
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The letter is addressed to Supervisor Betty Duong from the Alum Rock Santa Clara Street Business Association.
The association thanks Supervisor Duong for securing $100,000 in funding for local business corridors.
The Alum Rock corridor is described as a vibrant Latine commercial district with over 550 businesses.
The funding will support community activations and events to strengthen neighborhood identity and economic activity.
An upcoming FIFA World Cup Watch Party is planned for June 18th and 19th at Mexican Heritage Plaza.
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BoardOperations From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Attachments: Alum Rock Monday, May 11, 2026 4:09 PM BoardOperations D2Inventory; Estaniel, Peter [EXTERNAL] ARSCSBA Letter of Support for Agenda Item #200 D2 Duong Letter of Support ARSCSBA 2026.pdf Good afternoon, Thank you for the opportunity to share our board's words of gratitude and support. Please see the letter attached. Sincerely, -Alum Rock Santa Clara Street Business Association Board of Directors https://arscba.org/ Follow us on Instagram @alumrocksanjose 1 May 11, 2026 Supervisor Betty Duong Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors 70 W. Hedding Street, 10th Floor San Jose, CA 9511 O ALUM ROCK SANTA CLARA ST BUSINESS ASSOCIATION Empowering Businesses I Enrlchfng Commvnilies RE: Item #200 Dear Supervisor Duong, On behalf of the Alum Rock Santa Clara Street Business Association Board of Directors and the broader Alum Rock business community, we would like to extend our sincere gratitude for your leadership and support in securing $100,000 in funding for activation and economic development along San Jose's neighborhood business corridors, with a particular focus on our cultural districts. Your investment is a powerful...
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The document contains letters of support addressed to Supervisor Betty Duong from various business associations expressing gratitude for funding secured for activation and economic development in San Jose's neighborhood business districts. The Japantown Business Association, Monterey Corridor Business Association, and Calle Willow Business Association each highlight specific events and initiatives that will benefit from the funding, emphasizing the importance of community engagement and support for local businesses.
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The Japantown Business Association expresses gratitude for $12,500 in funding for community programming and cultural events.
The Monterey Corridor Business Association appreciates funding for neighborhood business corridor activation and economic development.
The Calle Willow Business Association is thankful for $12,500 to support events like the FIFA World Cup Watch Party and holiday celebrations.
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BoardOperations From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Attachments: Tamiko Rast Monday, May 11, 2026 4:36 PM BoardOperations D2Inventory [EXTERNAL] 05/13/26 - Agenda Item #200 2026-05-12-County-D2-Grant.pdf Dear Honorable Supervisors, Our deepest gratitude to District 2 Supervisor Betty Duong and her team for their support of our community! Regards, Tamiko Rast ----------------President, Japantown Business Association (JBA) email: trast@japantownsanjose.org JBA web: japantownsanjose.org www.jtown.org 1 THE JAPANTOWN BUSINESS ASSOCIATION 565 N. 6th Street, Suite G San Jose, CA 95112 www.japantownsanjose.org May 12, 2026 Supervisor Betty Duong Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors 70 W. Hedding Street, 10th Floor San Jose, CA 95110 Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors District 2 Grant Item #200 Dear Supervisor Duong, On behalf of the Japantown Business Association Board of Directors and the broader Japantown community, we would like to extend our sincere gratitude for your leadership and support in securing $100,000 in funding for activation and economic development across San Jose’s neighborhood business districts. We are especially grateful that Japantown will receive $12,500...