Approve Inventory Item No. 327 to provide a grant to Silicon Valley Educational Foundation in the amount of $15,000 relating to educational opportunities for students and teachers in District Two, 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 for the approval of a $15,000 grant to the Silicon Valley Educational Foundation (SVEF) to support educational programs for K–12 students in District Two. The grant aims to fund three programs: Elevate [Math], [CS] Innovate, and the Eastside Education Initiative (EEI), which focus on underserved communities in East San José. The document includes details about the programs' impacts and the intended use of funds. It also notes that the recommended action will benefit children and families, while having no implications for seniors or sustainability. Following approval, county staff will execute an agreement with the grantee and distribute the funds.

Key points

• Recommendation for a $15,000 grant to SVEF for educational programs.
• Programs include Elevate [Math], [CS] Innovate, and Eastside Education Initiative.
• Focus on historically underserved communities in East San José.
• Funds will support staffing, materials, and professional development.
• Positive impacts reported from previous program participants.
• No implications for seniors or sustainability.
• County staff will execute agreement and distribute funds post-approval.

Limitations

• The document appears to be a draft as it includes placeholders and unresolved sections.
• Specific dates for final consideration and approval are mentioned but not summarized.

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This document is a cover sheet for a funding request from the Silicon Valley Education Foundation to the County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors. The foundation is requesting $15,000 for program activities that will take place from August 2026 to August 2027, focusing on enhancing support for children and families. The foundation has previously received funding from the County for similar programs. The document indicates that the entity does not have a fiscal sponsor and affirms compliance with the County's grant agreement terms.

Key points

• Entity requesting funding: Silicon Valley Education Foundation
• Amount requested: $15,000
• Type of entity: Nonprofit
• Fiscal sponsor: No
• Geographical reach: Countywide, including Districts 1, 2, and 3
• Duration of program: August 2026 - August 2027
• Levine Act disclosures: Yes
• Supports strategic priority: Enhancing support for children and families
• Previous funding: Yes, from August 2025 - August 2026 for $15,000
• Current contracts with County: Yes, for the same amount and duration as previous funding
• Affirmation of compliance with grant agreement: Yes
• Supervisor requesting approval: Supervisor Duong

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Dr. Lisa Andrew, President and CEO of the Silicon Valley Education Foundation, submitted a letter supporting Supervisor Betty Duong's proposed Budget Inventory Item #327, which requests $15,000 for the Summer Acceleration Program. The funding aims to sustain STEM programs for East San José students. The letter highlights the foundation's commitment to improving student performance in STEM fields and the integration of AI tools into their curriculum. The request is for the Board to approve the agenda item for final consideration on June 18, 2026.

Key points

• Letter from Dr. Lisa Andrew, President & CEO of Silicon Valley Education Foundation.
• Support for Budget Inventory Item #327 proposed by Supervisor Betty Duong.
• Request for $15,000 to support the Summer Acceleration Program.
• Focus on improving STEM education for East San José students.
• Integration of AI tools into the curriculum.
• Request for final consideration on June 18, 2026.

Limitations

• The text contains unresolved placeholders such as '[Math]' and '[Computer Science]'.
• The document appears to be a draft due to the presence of corrections and informal formatting.

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