Approve Inventory Item No. 317 to provide a one-time sponsorship to San Jose State University Research Foundation in the amount of $10,000 relating to a weeklong Queer Hope Institute community event, 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 $10,000 to the San Jose State University Research Foundation for the Queer Hope Institute community event. The funding aims to support a weeklong series of events promoting inclusivity and community engagement. The recommendation includes fiscal implications, reasons for the sponsorship, and the anticipated positive impact on youth.
Key points
Recommendation for a one-time sponsorship of $10,000 to San Jose State University Research Foundation.
Funding supports the Queer Hope Institute's weeklong community event.
The event aims to promote inclusivity and community belonging.
Youth will be involved in planning and organizing the event.
The sponsorship is aligned with the Board of Supervisors' policy cap.
Limitations
The document contains placeholders for unfilled fields such as specific dates for final consideration.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District Two Supervisor Betty Duong 128704 DATE: May 13, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Betty Duong, Supervisor SUBJECT: Budget Inventory Item No. 317 SJSU Research Foundation RECOMMENDED ACTION Approve Inventory Item No. 317 to provide a one-time sponsorship to San Jose State University Research Foundation in the amount of $10,000 relating to a weeklong Queer Hope Institute community event, 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. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION This sponsorship proposed by District 2 will support event costs (such as facility or equipment rentals and food costs) for the Queer Hope Institute’s weeklong series of open community events aimed at creating an inclusive and welcoming community that promotes belonging through an internationally recognized celebration of beauty, joy, love, creativity, and hope within an often marginalized community. The...
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Cover Sheet - San Jose State University Research Foundation (on behalf Robert Marx)
This document is a cover sheet for a funding request from the San Jose State University Research Foundation on behalf of Robert Marx. The request is for $24,460 to support programs aimed at enhancing support for children and families, as well as LGBTQ+ youth visibility and empowerment. The program duration is from March 25 to March 31, 2027. The entity is a nonprofit and does not have a fiscal sponsor. It has previously received funding from the County for similar activities and has current contracts with the County, though the proposed program is unrelated to these contracts. The document indicates that partial funding could be utilized if the full amount is not awarded.
Key points
Entity requesting funding: San Jose State University Research Foundation (on behalf Robert Marx)
Amount requested: $24,460
Type: Nonprofit Entity
Fiscal Sponsor: No
Geographical reach: District 2, Countywide
Multi-year: No
Strategic priorities supported: Enhancing support for children and families, LGBTQ+ youth visibility and empowerment
Program duration: March 25 - March 31, 2027
Current or past recipient of County funding: Yes
Current contracts with County: Yes, but unrelated to the proposed program
Partial funding can be used: Yes
Limitations
The document does not specify the type of entity/individuals beyond nonprofit.
There are unresolved placeholders regarding the identification of a fiscal sponsor.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Budget Inventory Item Cover Sheet Entity or Individual(s) requesting funding: San Jose State University Research Foundation (on behalf Robert Marx) Amount of funding requested: 24460 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: Or specific district(s) (check all that apply): District 1 Countywide ✔ District 2 District 3 District 4 District 5 Multi-year? ✔ No Levine Act: The entity/individual will provide...