Approve Inventory Item No. 331 to provide a grant to Step Forward Foundation in the amount of $25,000 relating to the accompaniment program, 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 regarding a budget item for a grant to Step Forward Foundation. The proposed grant amount is $25,000 to support an accompaniment program for immigrant clients. The document details the fiscal implications, reasons for the recommendation, and the impact on children and seniors. It also provides background information on the Step Forward Foundation's services and the steps to be taken following approval.
Key points
The document is from the County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors, specifically from Supervisor Betty Duong.
The recommended action is to approve a grant of $25,000 to Step Forward Foundation for their accompaniment program.
The grant aims to support a full-time case manager to assist immigrant clients with legal appointments.
The document highlights the increased need for accompaniment due to changes in federal immigration policies.
Step Forward Foundation serves underrepresented communities and has a significant impact on local residents, particularly in District 2.
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The document contains placeholders for certain sections, such as the date and specific details regarding the approval process.
The document appears to be a draft as it includes a date for future consideration and approval.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District Two Supervisor Betty Duong 128790 DATE: May 13, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Betty Duong, Supervisor SUBJECT: Budget Inventory Item No. 331 Step Forward Foundation RECOMMENDED ACTION Approve Inventory Item No. 331 to provide a grant to Step Forward Foundation in the amount of $25,000 relating to the accompaniment program, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (Duong) FISCAL IMPLICATIONS There is a one-time cost of $25,000. 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 Step Forward Foundation (SFF) provides critical accompaniment support for immigrant clients attending routine legal and administrative appointments and check-ins. A full-time case manager would expand SFF’s capacity to safely support clients navigating an increasingly complex and high-risk immigration system. In 2025, SFF experienced significant operational strain due to rapid changes in federal immigration policies and enforcement practices. These shifts have...
The document is a cover sheet for a funding request by the Step Forward Foundation (SFF) to the County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors. SFF is requesting $85,564 for a new position aimed at enhancing community safety and supporting vulnerable populations. The funding will support activities from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027. SFF has existing contracts with the County totaling $1,009,000. The organization affirms compliance with grant agreement terms and has not previously sought funding for this specific role.
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Entity requesting funding: Step Forward Foundation (SFF)
Amount of funding requested: $85,564
Type of entity: Nonprofit
Geographical reach: Countywide
Duration of program: 07/01/2026 - 06/30/2027
Current contracts with County: Yes, totaling $1,009,000
Funding distinguishable due to the creation of a new position
SFF will apply to all districts for additional funding
Affirms compliance with grant agreement terms
Limitations
The document does not specify the exact nature of the new position being funded.
Unresolved placeholders include specific identification of the fiscal sponsor.
The document does not provide details on the strategic priorities beyond those checked.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Budget Inventory Item Cover Sheet Entity or Individual(s) requesting funding: Step Forward Foundation (SFF) Amount of funding requested: $85,564 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: ✔ Countywide Or specific district(s) (check all that apply): District 2 District 1 District 3 District 4 District 5 Multi-year? ✔ No Yes Levine Act: The entity/individual will provide required Levine Act disclosures prior to...
Lynette Parker, representing the Katharine & George Alexander Community Law Center, submitted a public comment supporting the Step Forward Foundation's budget requests for the 2026-2027 year. The comment highlights the importance of the legal services provided by Step Forward to low-income and marginalized communities in Santa Clara County, particularly in areas such as immigration and family law. Parker emphasizes the need for funding to enhance nonprofit infrastructures to better serve vulnerable populations.
Key points
Lynette Parker submitted a public comment to the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors.
The comment supports the Step Forward Foundation's budget requests for the 2026-2027 year.
Step Forward Foundation provides legal aid services to low-income and marginalized communities.
The Katharine & George Alexander Community Law Center has collaborated with Step Forward Foundation.
Parker emphasizes the importance of funding for nonprofits to protect vulnerable immigrants.
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BoardOperations From: Sent: To: Subject: Lynette Parker <lparker@scu.edu> Friday, May 8, 2026 3:28 PM BoardOperations [EXTERNAL] Agenda Items 90_283_347 May 8, 2026 VIA ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisor Sylvia Arenas, District 1 Supervisor Betty Duong, District 2 Supervisor Otto Lee, District 3 Supervisor Susan Ellenberg, District 4 Supervisor Margaret Abe-Koga, District 5 Board of Supervisors 70 W. Hedding Street San Jose, CA 95110 Re: Recommendation of Step Forward Foundation for Proposed Budget Agenda Item No. # 90, 283, and 347 Dear Santa Clara County Supervisors: I write this letter in support of Step Forward Foundation’s (Step Forward) Inventory Budget Items from Supervisor Sylvia Arenas (Agenda Item No. 347/Inventory Item No. 408), Supervisor Betty Duong (Agenda Item No. 283/Inventory Item No 331), and Supervisor Otto Lee (Agenda Item No. 90/ Inventory Item No. 122) for the 2026-2027 year. The Katharine & George Alexander Community Law Center (KGACLC) is a nonprofit legal services agency providing immigration, workers rights and consumer rights legal services to low-income members of the Santa Clara County community. Step Forward...
This document contains letters of support for the Step Forward Foundation, addressing the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors regarding budget items related to the foundation's services. The letters highlight the positive impact of Step Forward on individuals and families, particularly in immigration and legal aid matters.
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Mimi Nguyen submitted a letter of support for Step Forward Foundation, emphasizing its life-changing impact on her family.
A.G., a client of Step Forward, shared personal experiences of receiving assistance with immigration processes and expressed gratitude for the foundation's support.
Huy Tran, Executive Director of SIREN, wrote in support of Step Forward's budget items for the 2026-2027 year, detailing the foundation's role in providing legal aid to marginalized communities.
Limitations
The document contains redacted client information to maintain privacy.
There are unresolved placeholders in the text, such as specific agenda item numbers and inventory items.
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BoardOperations From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Attachments: Mimi Nguyen Friday, May 8, 2026 6:20 PM BoardOperations D2Inventory; Grants Administrator [EXTERNAL] Letter of Support for Step Forward Foundation | Agenda Item #s 90, 283, 347 Letter of Support_AG_Redacted.pdf Dear Board Operations Team: Please find attached a letter of support for Step Forward Foundation (Agenda Item #s 90, 283, 347). Please note: Client information is redacted to maintain client's privacy. -With Gratitude, Mimi Nguyen (she/her) Response Disclaimer: I am sending this email at a time that is convenient for me given my role, workload, and schedule; I do not expect a response outside of your work hours. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------To help protect y ou r priv acy , Microsoft O ffice prev ented automatic download of this picture from the Internet. Donate to Step Forward Foundation. Every dollar makes a difference. This message and its attachments are sent by a law office and may contain information that is confidential and protected by privilege from disclosure. If you are not the intended recipient, you are prohibited from printing, copying,...
This document is a letter of support from Philip Nguyen, Executive Director of the Vietnamese American Roundtable, addressed to the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors. It supports the Step Forward Foundation's budget items for the 2026-2027 year, specifically referencing agenda items related to various supervisors. The letter outlines the mission of the Vietnamese American Roundtable and the services provided by the Step Forward Foundation, emphasizing the importance of funding for nonprofits to assist vulnerable communities.
Key points
The letter is from Philip Nguyen, Executive Director of the Vietnamese American Roundtable.
It supports the Step Forward Foundation's budget items for the 2026-2027 year.
The letter references specific agenda items related to Supervisors Sylvia Arenas, Betty Duong, and Otto Lee.
The Vietnamese American Roundtable aims to advocate for and inform the community on critical issues.
The Step Forward Foundation provides legal aid services to low-income and marginalized communities.
Limitations
The document contains placeholders for email addresses and other fields that are not filled in.
The context of the budget items and their specific implications are not detailed.
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BoardOperations From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Attachments: Philip Nguyen Monday, May 11, 2026 5:15 PM BoardOperations mimi@stepfwd.org; D2Inventory [EXTERNAL] Letter of Support for Step Forward Foundation for Proposed Budget Agenda Item No. # 90, 283, and 347 VAR _ SFF Inventory Item Support 2026.pdf Dear Board Operations Team, Please see attached the letter of support from the Vietnamese American Roundtable (VAR) for the Step Forward Foundation for Inventory Budget Items from Supervisor Sylvia Arenas (Agenda Item No. 347/Inventory Item No. 408), Supervisor Betty Duong (Agenda Item No. 283/Inventory Item No 331), and Supervisor Otto Lee (Agenda Item No. 90/ Inventory Item No. 122) for the 2026-2027 year. Best wishes, Philip -Philip Nguyen (he/him) Executive Director Vietnamese American Roundtable | http://varoundtable.org To help protect y our priv acy , Microsoft O ffice prev ented automatic download of this picture from the Internet. Vietnamese A merican Roundtable 1 May 11th, 2026 Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors 70 W. Hedding Street San Jose, CA 95110 Re: Recommendation of Step Forward Foundation for Proposed Budget Agenda Item No. # 90, 283, and 347 Dear Santa Clara...
The source text indicates this attachment appears to be a draft document.
This document is a letter of support for the Step Forward Foundation regarding proposed budget agenda items for the 2026-2027 year. The letter emphasizes the importance of funding for nonprofits that assist marginalized communities, particularly Filipino migrants and workers. It highlights the role of Step Forward Foundation in providing legal aid services and supporting the PAWIS organization.
Key points
The letter is addressed to the County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors.
It supports Step Forward Foundation's budget items from Supervisors Sylvia Arenas, Betty Duong, and Otto Lee.
PAWIS is a grassroots organization focused on the rights of Filipino caregivers.
Step Forward Foundation provides legal aid to low-income and marginalized communities.
The letter emphasizes the need for funding to improve nonprofit infrastructures to protect immigrants.
Limitations
The document contains placeholders for agenda item numbers and lacks specific details about the budget amounts.
The letter appears to be a draft as it includes formatting and structural elements typical of a draft document.
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BoardOperations From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Attachments: Jordan Espiritu Wednesday, May 13, 2026 11:56 AM BoardOperations D2Inventory; mimi@stepfwd.org [EXTERNAL] Letter of Support for Step Forward Foundation for Agenda Items No. # 90, 283, and 347 PAWIS Letter of Support for SFF_2026-2027.docx.pdf Hello, Please see attached letter of support for Step Forward Foundation. Thank you, Jo Espiritu 1 May 13, 2026 VIA ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisor Sylvia Arenas, District 1 Supervisor Betty Duong, District 2 Supervisor Otto Lee, District 3 Supervisor Susan Ellenberg, District 4 Supervisor Margaret Abe-Koga, District 5 Board of Supervisors 70 W. Hedding Street San Jose, CA 95110 Re: Recommendation of Step Forward Foundation for Proposed Budget Agenda Item No. # 90, 283, and 347 Dear Santa Clara County Supervisors: I write this letter in support of Step Forward Foundation’s (Step Forward) Inventory Budget Items from Supervisor Sylvia Arenas (Agenda Item No. 347/Inventory Item No. 408), Supervisor Betty Duong (Agenda Item No. 283/Inventory Item No 331), and Supervisor Otto Lee (Agenda Item No. 90/ Inventory Item No. 122) for the 2026-2027...