Approve Inventory Item No. 259 to provide a grant to Housing Choices Coalition for Persons with Developmental Disabilities in the amount of $3,700 relating to residential programming, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (Duong)
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The document outlines a budget item for a grant to the Housing Choices Coalition for $3,700 to support programming for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The funding aims to enhance community integration and provide essential resources to residents. The grant will also include self-care goodie bags for participants. The item is scheduled for final consideration on June 18, 2026.
Key points
The grant amount is $3,700.
The funding supports the Resident Coordination Program for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The grant aims to provide opportunities for community integration and reduce social isolation.
Participants will receive self-care goodie bags with essential items.
The Housing Choices Coalition is a nonprofit focused on affordable housing for individuals with IDD.
The recommended action has no/neutral implications for children and seniors.
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The document includes placeholders for some sections that are not filled in.
The document appears to be a draft as it includes a date for future consideration.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District Two Supervisor Betty Duong 128615 DATE: May 13, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Betty Duong, Supervisor SUBJECT: Budget Inventory Item No. 259 Housing Choices Coalition RECOMMENDED ACTION Approve Inventory Item No. 259 to provide a grant to Housing Choices Coalition for Persons with Developmental Disabilities in the amount of $3,700 relating to residential programming, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (Duong) FISCAL IMPLICATIONS There is a one-time cost of $3,700. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION District 2 grant funding will support programming for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) through the Resident Coordination Program by expanding opportunities for community integration. Many of the individuals served by Housing Choices have very limited financial flexibility, as most of their income goes toward essential needs such as rent, food, and basic services. As a result, opportunities for recreation, social engagement, and celebration are often out of reach. Some residents are unable to participate in community activities or even celebrate personal...
This document is a cover sheet for a funding request from the Housing Choices Coalition to the County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors. The Coalition is requesting $3,700 to support their Resident Coordination Program, which aims to enhance community-building and quality-of-life for residents already housed in partner properties. The program aligns with several strategic priorities, including enhancing support for children and families and advancing community belonging for people with disabilities. The Coalition has an active contract with the County through the Homelessness Prevention System, but this funding request focuses on a different population and purpose. The Coalition can effectively utilize partial funding if the full amount is not awarded.
Current contracts with County: Yes, through the Homelessness Prevention System
Funding will support community-building and quality-of-life through the Resident Coordination Program
Funding will not be used for political or prohibited purposes
Limitations
The document does not specify the exact dates for the program activities beyond June 2026.
There are unresolved placeholders regarding the identification of a fiscal sponsor, which is marked as 'Yes' but not specified.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Budget Inventory Item Cover Sheet Entity or Individual(s) requesting funding: HOUSING CHOICES COALITION Amount of funding requested: $3,700 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...
Melody Fuentes, a Resident Coordinator at Monterey Villa and Edenvale, expresses strong support for a $3,700 grant to Housing Choices Coalition for Persons with Developmental Disabilities. She highlights the importance of providing basic hygiene items and opportunities for social connection for residents with developmental disabilities. Fuentes urges the Board of Supervisors to approve the funding on June 18, 2026, emphasizing its role in promoting dignity, stability, and inclusion for marginalized individuals.
Key points
Melody Fuentes supports a $3,700 grant to Housing Choices Coalition.
The funding aims to provide basic hygiene items and social connection opportunities for residents with developmental disabilities.
Fuentes shares a personal experience demonstrating the need for social connection among residents.
Many residents live on limited incomes and struggle to afford essential hygiene items.
The grant is intended to help maintain residents' dignity and housing stability.
Limitations
The text includes a placeholder for the date of the Board of Supervisors meeting, which is June 18, 2026.
There are unresolved placeholders in the email header and footer sections.
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BoardOperations From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Melody Fuentes Monday, May 11, 2026 12:35 PM BoardOperations D2Inventory; gia@housingchoices.org [EXTERNAL] grant Dear Supervisor Duong and Members of Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors, Thank you for all of your leadership, especially in these challenging times. I am writing to express my strong support for the recommended $3,700 grant to Housing Choices Coalition for Persons with Developmental Disabilities through District 2 funding. Much appreciation to Supervisor Betty Duong for recognizing the importance of this work and advancing this recommendation. My name is Melody FuentesI am a Resident Coordinator at Monterey Villa and Edenvale in San Jose, where I work directly with residents with developmental disabilities—supporting them with lease compliance, recertifications, budgeting (including utilities and phone costs), conflict resolution, and day-to-day needs—and I consistently see a strong need for access to basic hygiene items and more opportunities for social connection and community building. I have personally worked with a resident who eagerly seeked social connection within her community that at times led to conflict...
Daisy Porras, a Resident Coordinator, expresses strong support for a $3,700 grant to Housing Choices Coalition for Persons with Developmental Disabilities. She highlights the importance of providing basic hygiene items and opportunities for social connection for residents with developmental disabilities. Porras urges the Board of Supervisors to approve the funding recommendation on June 18, 2026.
Key points
Daisy Porras supports a $3,700 grant to Housing Choices Coalition.
The grant aims to provide hygiene items and community-building opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Porras emphasizes the challenges faced by residents due to limited incomes and the need for essential hygiene items.
She notes the importance of social connection for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Porras urges the Board of Supervisors to approve the recommendation on June 18, 2026.
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BoardOperations From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Daisy Porras Tuesday, May 12, 2026 12:40 PM BoardOperations D2Inventory; Gia [EXTERNAL] Agenda Item #217 Housing Choices D2 Grant Dear Supervisor Duong and Members of the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors, Thank you for your leadership, especially during these challenging times. I am writing to express my strong support for the recommended $3,700 grant to Housing Choices Coalition for Persons with Developmental Disabilities through District 2 funding. Much appreciation to Supervisor Betty Duong for recognizing the importance of this work and advancing this recommendation. My name is Daisy Porras, and I am a Resident Coordinator at Casa Feliz, The Meridian in Santa Clara, and Roosevelt Park Apartments, where I work directly with residents with developmental disabilities. In my role, I support residents with lease compliance, recertifications, budgeting (including utilities and phone costs), conflict resolution, and day-to-day needs. Through this work, I consistently see a strong need for access to basic hygiene items as well as more opportunities for social connection and community building. I have personally worked with...