Approve Inventory Item No. 263 to provide a grant to Japantown Community Congress of San José in the amount of $10,000 relating to its program Japantown Prepared, an initiative to assist with educational materials and classes to relieve the strain on first responders in times of disaster, 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 for a grant to the Japantown Community Congress of San José. The grant of $10,000 is intended to support the Japantown Prepared program, which provides educational materials and classes to assist first responders during disasters. The document includes fiscal implications, reasons for the recommendation, and potential impacts on children and seniors. It also provides background information on the Japantown Prepared initiative and outlines the steps following approval.
Key points
The recommended action is to approve a $10,000 grant to the Japantown Community Congress of San José.
The grant supports the Japantown Prepared program, which focuses on disaster preparedness education.
The funding is intended to relieve the strain on first responders during disasters.
The organization will adjust its services to align with the grant funding.
The action is expected to benefit children and seniors in the community.
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The document appears to be a draft as it includes placeholders and lacks final approval details.
The date for final consideration and approval is mentioned but not confirmed.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District Two Supervisor Betty Duong 128777 DATE: May 13, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Betty Duong, Supervisor SUBJECT: Budget Inventory Item No. 263 Japantown Community Congress of San Jose RECOMMENDED ACTION Approve Inventory Item No. 263 to provide a grant to Japantown Community Congress of San José in the amount of $10,000 relating to its program Japantown Prepared, an initiative to assist with educational materials and classes to relieve the strain on first responders in times of disaster, 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. The organization has confirmed that it will scale services to align with grant funding and utilize non-restricted funds to support the program. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION The proposed District 2 grant funding will support the Japantown Community Congress of San José Japantown Prepared all volunteer Community Emergency Response...
This document is a budget inventory item cover sheet for a funding request by the Japantown Community Congress of San Jose. The organization is requesting $44,850 in funding for a program that spans from June 2026 to December 2028. The request indicates that the entity does not have a fiscal sponsor and is not a current or past recipient of County funding for similar programs. The proposed activities align with the strategic priority of strengthening community safety and reforming the criminal justice system. The document also confirms that the requested funding will not be used for prohibited purposes and that the entity can comply with the County's standard grant agreement.
Key points
Entity requesting funding: Japantown Community Congress of San Jose
Amount requested: $44,850
Duration of program: June 2026 - December 2028
Multi-year funding: Yes
No fiscal sponsor involved
No current or past County funding for similar programs
Proposed activities support community safety and criminal justice reform
Affirmation that funding will not be used for prohibited purposes
Limitations
The document contains unresolved placeholders, such as the specific type of entity and the identification of a fiscal sponsor.
The document does not provide specific details about the geographical reach of the program or activities.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Budget Inventory Item Cover Sheet Entity or Individual(s) requesting funding: Japantown Community Congress of San Jose Amount of funding requested: $44,850 Type of Entity/Individual(s):□ Governmental Entity D Other: □ ___________________________ Nonprofit Entity For-Profit Entity .__ __, 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 □ 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. □ Countywide Or specific district(s) (check all that apply): □ District 1 [Z] District 2 □ District 3 □ District 4 □ District 5 Geographical reach of program or activities to be funded: Duration of program or activities (specify...
Pam Yoshida, President of the Japantown Community Congress of San Jose, submitted a letter to the County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors expressing appreciation for their support of the Japantown Prepared! grant application. The letter highlights the importance of the $10,000 grant for community education and emergency preparedness. The organization aims to preserve the cultural heritage of Japantown and enhance community viability.
Key points
Pam Yoshida is the President of the Japantown Community Congress of San Jose.
The letter is addressed to the County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors.
The grant application discussed is for the Japantown Prepared! program.
The grant amount is $10,000.
The program aims to educate residents about emergency preparedness.
The organization advocates for the preservation of Japantown's cultural heritage.
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The document includes placeholders for tax ID and other information that are not filled in.
The text indicates a specific date for a budget workshop but does not provide details on the outcome.
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BoardOperations From: Sent: To: Subject: Attachments: Pam Yoshida Monday, May 11, 2026 11:44 PM D2Inventory; BoardOperations [EXTERNAL] RE: Inventory Item #263 2026-JTP! D2 County Grant -260511.pdf To the County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors and the Office of District 2: Please find attached, a letter in support of the proposed Grant for Japantown Prepared! Thank you for the consideration. Sincerely, Pam Yoshida, President Japantown Community Congress of San Jose 1 2026 OFFICERS May 11, 2026 Pam Yoshida President Board of Supervisors, County of Santa Clara 70 West Hedding Street San Jose, CA 95110 Robin Goka Huynh Vice-President Dear Board of Supervisors: Richard Kogura Treasurer Mariko Fujimoto Secretary BOARD MEMBERS Carolyn Brown Garrett Chun Janice Doi I would like to express my appreciation to you for your support of our Japantown Prepared! grant application (Item 221, Inventory Item No. 263), which will be voted on at the May 13 Budget Workshop. We realize that there are many wonderful organizations in the County and in D2, that need financial assistance to help further their mission. We truly appreciate that we are recommended for this Grant and thank Supervisor...