Approve Inventory Item No. 296 to provide a one-time sponsorship to Nihonmachi Outreach Committee, through San Jose Japanese American Citizens League as fiscal sponsor, in the amount of $3,000 relating to the 47th annual Day of Remembrance, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (Duong)
This document outlines a recommendation from Supervisor Betty Duong to the Board of Supervisors for a one-time sponsorship of $3,000 to the Nihonmachi Outreach Committee, facilitated through the San Jose Japanese American Citizens League. The funds are intended to support the 47th Annual Day of Remembrance, scheduled for February 14, 2027. The sponsorship aims to foster community engagement and reflection on the history of Japanese American incarceration. The document includes implications for children and seniors, stating that the action will provide immediate support to families served through the District 2 Budget Inventory process. It also notes that the recommended action will have neutral sustainability implications.
Key points
Recommendation for a one-time sponsorship of $3,000 to Nihonmachi Outreach Committee.
Sponsorship supports the 47th Annual Day of Remembrance on February 14, 2027.
Event aims to reflect on the history of Japanese American incarceration.
Funds will support essential event needs for a meaningful community gathering.
Action will benefit children and seniors in families served by District 2.
Neutral sustainability implications noted.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District Two Supervisor Betty Duong 128596 DATE: May 13, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Betty Duong, Supervisor SUBJECT: Budget Inventory Item No. 296 Nihonmachi Outreach Committee RECOMMENDED ACTION Approve Inventory Item No. 296 to provide a one-time sponsorship to Nihonmachi Outreach Committee, through San Jose Japanese American Citizens League as fiscal sponsor, in the amount of $3,000 relating to the 47th annual Day of Remembrance, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (Duong) FISCAL IMPLICATIONS There is a one-time cost of $3,000. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION This sponsorship proposed by District 2 will support the Nihonmachi Outreach Committee (NOC) who will organize the 47th Annual Day of Remembrance, proposed for February 14, 2027. This cherished tradition brings together the Japanese American community and the broader Santa Clara County region to reflect on the history of Japanese American incarceration. The event will be held at the San José Buddhist Church Betsuin, who also participates as a co-sponsor. The requested funds will support essential event needs to help ensure a...
The Nihonmachi Outreach Committee is requesting $3,000 in funding from the County of Santa Clara. The organization is a nonprofit entity with a fiscal sponsor, the San Jose Japanese American Citizens League. The funding will support programs that may align with various Board of Supervisors strategic priorities, including expanding access to behavioral health services and enhancing support for children and families. The proposed activities are set to begin on February 14, 2027. The committee has not previously received County funding for similar programs and affirms compliance with the County's grant agreement terms.
Fiscal sponsor: San Jose Japanese American Citizens League
Geographical reach: Countywide
Program duration starts on February 14, 2027
No prior County funding for similar programs
Affirms compliance with grant agreement terms
Limitations
The duration of the program is specified as February 14, 2027, but no end date is provided.
The text does not specify which Board of Supervisors strategic priorities are supported by the proposed programs or activities.
There are unresolved placeholders regarding the identification of other supervisorial districts for funding.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Budget Inventory Item Cover Sheet Entity or Individual(s) requesting funding: Nihonmachi Outreach Committee Amount of funding requested: $3,000 Type of Entity/Individual(s): Governmental Entity ✔ Nonprofit Entity For-Profit Entity Association Note: Nonprofit and for-profit entities must provide current Certificate of Status from Secretary of State showing good standing to receive funding. No ✔ Yes (please identify): Does Entity/Individual have a Fiscal Sponsor? San Jose Japanese American Citizens League 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): February 14, 2027...