Approve Inventory Item No. 319 to provide a grant to Santa Clara Valley Legal Assistance Center in the amount of $5,000 relating to legal education and outreach services for underserved communities, 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 regarding Budget Inventory Item No. 319, which proposes a grant of $5,000 to the Santa Clara Valley Legal Assistance Center for legal education and outreach services aimed at underserved communities. The recommendation includes a request for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. The grant will support workshops on domestic violence prevention and elder abuse awareness, benefiting both children and seniors. The Santa Clara Valley Legal Assistance Center is a nonprofit organization that provides pro bono legal education and support.
Key points
Recommendation to approve a $5,000 grant to Santa Clara Valley Legal Assistance Center.
The grant aims to provide legal education and outreach services for underserved communities.
Final consideration and approval of the item is scheduled for June 18, 2026.
The funding will support workshops focused on domestic violence prevention and elder abuse awareness.
The Santa Clara Valley Legal Assistance Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
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The document does not provide information on the voting outcome or additional context regarding the approval process.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District Two Supervisor Betty Duong 128724 DATE: May 13, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Betty Duong, Supervisor SUBJECT: Budget Inventory Item No. 319 – Santa Clara Valley Legal Assistance Center RECOMMENDED ACTION Approve Inventory Item No. 319 to provide a grant to Santa Clara Valley Legal Assistance Center in the amount of $5,000 relating to legal education and outreach services for underserved communities, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (Duong) FISCAL IMPLICATIONS There is a one-time cost of $5,000. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION The grant will support the delivery of legal information workshops throughout the year focused on domestic violence prevention, elder abuse awareness, and counseling resources. Funding will be used for administrative support, outreach, and development of culturally and linguistically appropriate materials to serve underserved communities. Programs and services funded by this grant must be open to eligible participants of all backgrounds. CHILD IMPACT The recommended action will benefit children by supporting families with access to legal education and...
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This document is a budget inventory item cover sheet for the Santa Clara Valley Legal Assistance Center, requesting $5,000 in funding. The entity is a nonprofit and does not have a fiscal sponsor. The program will operate from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and supports strategic priorities related to community safety, equity, and justice. The entity has current funding from the County for immigration rights but the proposed program is distinguishable from past services. The document confirms that the funding will not be used for prohibited purposes.
Key points
Entity requesting funding: Santa Clara Valley Legal Assistance Center
Amount requested: $5,000
Type: Nonprofit Entity
Fiscal Sponsor: No
Geographical reach: District 2 and Countywide
Program duration: July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027
Supports strategic priorities: community safety, equity, and justice
Current funding from County for immigration rights
Funding will not be used for prohibited purposes
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Budget Inventory Item Cover Sheet Entity or Individual(s) requesting funding: Santa Clara Valley Legal Assistance Center Amount of funding requested: 5000 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): itself Santa Clara Valley Legal Assistance Center 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 Duration of program or activities (specify...
The document contains letters of support for the Santa Clara Valley Legal Assistance Center's grant application for the term 2026-2027. Various organizations, including the Community Foundation of the United Vietnamese American Community of Northern California, the Northwestern Association of Former Viet Political Prisoners, and the South Vietnam Marine Corps Association, express their endorsement of the center and highlight its contributions to the Vietnamese community through pro bono legal assistance.
Key points
The letters support the Santa Clara Valley Legal Assistance Center's grant application for 2026-2027.
The Community Foundation of the United Vietnamese American Community of Northern California emphasizes the center's pro bono legal assistance to small nonprofit organizations.
The Northwestern Association of Former Viet Political Prisoners highlights the center's legal and non-legal support for community organizations.
The South Vietnam Marine Corps Association requests support for the center due to its invaluable pro bono legal assistance.
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The specific details of the grant application, such as amounts or specific terms, are not provided.
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BoardOperations From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Attachments: Khoi Nguyen Monday, May 11, 2026 8:10 PM BoardOperations D2Inventory [EXTERNAL] Letter of support for Santa Clara Valley Legal Assistance center Agenda Item 272 Letter of Support of Santa Clara Valley Legal Assistance Center Item 272.pdf Dear Members of the Board of Directors, Please read the attachment about our support Item #272. Regards, Khoi Nguyen CFO Community Foundation - The United Vietnamese American Community of Northern California (Community Foundation - The UVAC of NC) 1 May 11, 2026 Board of Supervisors County of Santa Clara 70 West Hedding Street San Jose CA 95113 via email at BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org, cc D2Inventory@bos.sccgov.org, Re: Board Agenda Item No 272 Santa Clara Valley Legal Assistance Center Dear Members of the Board of Directors We write this letter of recommendation to your office in support of Santa Clara Valley Legal Assistance Center's application for a grant for the term 2026-2027. Our organization is very familiar with the work of Paul Nguyen through the legal clinic program. His office for many years has provided bono legal assistance for many small nonprofit organizations in the...