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Matter SCC-128745

Approve Inventory Item No. 293 to provide a grant to Neighborhood Hands in the amount of $10,000 relating to their homeless outreach and community-based park cleanup programs, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (Duong)

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Fiscal/Budget Item Printout

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This document outlines a recommendation from Supervisor Betty Duong to approve a grant of $10,000 to Neighborhood Hands for their homeless outreach and community-based park cleanup programs. The item is scheduled for final consideration on June 18, 2026. The grant will support five programs, providing stipends to participants and connecting them to various services. The document also highlights the benefits for children and seniors, as well as the nonprofit's mission to connect individuals experiencing homelessness with resources.

Key points
  • Recommendation to approve a $10,000 grant to Neighborhood Hands.
  • The grant supports homeless outreach and park cleanup programs.
  • Scheduled for final consideration on June 18, 2026.
  • Funding will provide stipends to 500 participants across five programs.
  • Neighborhood Hands connects participants to services like employment and housing.
  • The action benefits children and seniors in the community.
Limitations
  • The document includes placeholders for some sections that are not filled in.
  • The fiscal implications mention a one-time cost but do not provide additional financial details.

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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District Two Supervisor Betty Duong 128745 A DATE: May 13, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Betty Duong, Supervisor SUBJECT: Budget Inventory Item No. 293 Neighborhood Hands RECOMMENDED ACTION Approve Inventory Item No. 293 to provide a grant to Neighborhood Hands in the amount of $10,000 relating to their homeless outreach and community-based park cleanup programs, 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. Neighborhood Hands has confirmed that partial funding will enable them to provide services as noted below. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION The grant will support 5 programs, providing $20 stipends to 100 unhoused or low-income participants per program, for a total of 500 participants, to participate in Neighborhood Hands’ homeless outreach and park cleaning programs at Guadalupe Gardens in District 2. The cash stipends serve as an incentive for participation, and all...
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D2 Neighborhood Hands_budget-inventory-item-cover-sheet

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This document is a budget inventory item cover sheet for a funding request from Neighborhood Hands, a nonprofit entity, seeking $20,000. The program will operate every other Saturday year-round and aims to expand access to behavioral health services, increase access to housing, and promote sustainability. The entity has not previously received county funding for similar programs and does not have current contracts or agreements with the county. Supervisor Duong is requesting approval for a recommended amount of $10,000.

Key points
  • Entity requesting funding: Neighborhood Hands
  • Amount requested: $20,000
  • Type of entity: Nonprofit
  • Geographical reach: Districts 2, 3, 4, and countywide
  • Program duration: Every other Saturday, year-round
  • Strategic priorities supported: Expanding access to behavioral health services, increasing access to housing, promoting sustainability
  • Current or past funding: No previous county funding for similar programs
  • Current contracts with the county: No
  • Supervisor requesting approval: Supervisor Duong
  • Recommended funding amount: $10,000
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  • The document contains unresolved placeholders and unfilled options.
  • The text indicates a recommended funding amount but does not clarify if it is the final amount requested.

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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Budget Inventory Item Cover Sheet Entity or Individual(s) requesting funding: Neighborhood Hands Amount of funding requested: $20,000 Type of Entity/Individual(s): ✔ Nonprofit Entity Governmental 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: Or specific district(s) (check all that apply): District 1 Countywide ✔ District 2 ✔ District 3 ✔ District 4 Duration of program or activities (specify dates): Every other Saturday, year-round District 5 ✔ Levine Act: The entity/individual...