Approve Inventory Item No. 244 to provide a grant to Empower And Excel in the amount of $10,000 relating to its Nurturing Children, Strengthening Families program, a learning initiative designed to serve underserved families in District Two neighborhoods, 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 a budget inventory item to provide a grant of $10,000 to Empower and Excel for its Nurturing Children, Strengthening Families program. The program aims to support underserved families in District Two by offering summer learning initiatives. The document discusses the fiscal implications, reasons for the recommendation, and the impact on children and families. It also provides background information on the nonprofit organization Empower and Excel.
Key points
Recommendation to approve a $10,000 grant to Empower and Excel.
The grant supports the Nurturing Children, Strengthening Families program.
The program targets underserved families in District Two.
The initiative aims to combat the 'summer slide' in academic skills.
Empower and Excel is a nonprofit focused on youth engagement and community service.
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The document includes placeholders for specific dates and details that are not filled in.
The document appears to be a draft.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District Two Supervisor Betty Duong 128740 DATE: May 13, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Betty Duong, Supervisor SUBJECT: Budget Inventory Item No. 244 Empower and Excel RECOMMENDED ACTION Approve Inventory Item No. 244 to provide a grant to Empower And Excel in the amount of $10,000 relating to its Nurturing Children, Strengthening Families program, a learning initiative designed to serve underserved families in District Two neighborhoods, 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 to align with the Board of Supervisors' policy cap while still funding the maximum number of requests. Empower and Excel has confirmed that partial funding will enable them to provide services as noted below. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION Empower And Excel is seeking support for its “Nurturing Children, Strengthening Families” summer learning initiative, designed to serve underserved families in the Valley Palms Unidos Community, students from Katherine Smith Elementary School, and others in the...
This document is a cover sheet for a funding request by Empower and Excel to the County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors. The entity is seeking $25,000 in funding and identifies as a nonprofit entity. The request does not involve a fiscal sponsor and aims to support the unhoused community. The entity has previously received a $10,000 grant for a similar program. The document includes sections on strategic priorities, funding history, and compliance with grant agreements.
Key points
Entity requesting funding: Empower and Excel
Amount of funding requested: $25,000
Type of entity: Nonprofit
No fiscal sponsor involved
Geographical reach: Not specified
Multi-year program: No
Previous funding received: $10,000 grant from Supervisor Betty Duong
No current contracts or funding from the County
Affirmation that funding will not be used for prohibited purposes
Limitations
Geographical reach of the program is not specified.
Duration of the program or activities is not specified.
Details on strategic priorities supported are incomplete.
Unresolved placeholders in the document affect the completeness of the summary.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Budget Inventory Item Cover Sheet Entity or lndividual(s) requesting funding:! Empower And Excel Amount of funding requested:!a=I= $_2_5_,o_o_o_______~ ~- - - - - -~ Type ofEntity/lndividual(s):0 Governmental Entity Nonprofit Entity 0 = ~--------~ D For-Profit Entity D Other:._!_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ____ Note: Nonprofit and for-profit entities must provide current Certificate ofStatus from Secretary ofState showing good standing to receive funding. Does Entity/Individual have a Fiscal Sponsor?[2] 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 Q!}]J;_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: Or specific district(s) (check all that apply): D Countywide D District 1 0 District 2 0District 3 0District 4 ODistrict 5 _______________...