Matter SCC-128814

Approve Inventory Item No. 358 to provide a one-time sponsorship to Community Seva, Inc., in the amount of $10,000 relating to their Annual Awareness Event in support of programs to provide nutritional meals for people experiencing homelessness, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (Arenas)

Homelessness Board of Supervisors

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Fiscal/Budget Item Printout

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This document outlines a recommendation from Supervisor Sylvia Arenas to approve a one-time sponsorship of $10,000 to Community Seva, Inc. for their Annual Awareness Event, aimed at providing nutritional meals for people experiencing homelessness. The item is set for final consideration on June 18, 2026. The document details the fiscal implications, contract history, and the positive impacts on children and seniors experiencing homelessness. It also emphasizes the need for transparency in the use of public funds.

Key points

Recommendation to approve $10,000 sponsorship to Community Seva, Inc.
Sponsorship supports the Annual Awareness Event for nutritional meals for the homeless.
Final consideration scheduled for June 18, 2026.
Previous funding history includes $15,000 for the Ray of Hope Gala and $10,000 for food assistance programs.
Positive impacts on children and seniors experiencing homelessness.
Community Seva, Inc. founded in 2013, focuses on feeding the hungry and serving the homeless.

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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District One Supervisor Sylvia Arenas 128814 DATE: May 13, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Sylvia Arenas, Vice President SUBJECT: Budget Inventory Item 358 Community Seva RECOMMENDED ACTION Approve Inventory Item No. 358 to provide a one-time sponsorship to Community Seva, Inc., in the amount of $10,000 relating to their Annual Awareness Event in support of programs to provide nutritional meals for people experiencing homelessness, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (Arenas) FISCAL IMPLICATIONS There is a one-time cost of $10,000. CONTRACT HISTORY Community Seva, Inc. received a budget inventory grant proposed by the Office of Supervisor Sylvia Arenas for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 in the amount of $15,000 to support their Ray of Hope Gala event and for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 in the amount of $10,000 to support food assistance programs for the unhoused in Santa Clara County REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION The sponsorship in the amount of $10,000 is proposed by Supervisor Arenas to be used in support of Community Seva, Inc.’s Annual Awareness Event in support of programs to provide nutritional...

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Cover Sheet - Community Seva

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This document is a cover sheet for a funding request by Community Seva to the County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors. The organization is requesting $25,000 to support programs aimed at serving unhoused individuals and families from July 2026 to June 2027. Community Seva has previously received funding from the County for similar activities. The document indicates that the organization has a fiscal sponsor and confirms compliance with the County's grant agreement terms.

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Entity requesting funding: Community Seva
Amount requested: $25,000
Type of entity: Nonprofit
Geographical reach: District 1, Countywide
Duration of program: July 2026 to June 2027
Previous funding received from County: Yes
Funding for similar programs: Yes
Affirmation of compliance with grant agreement: Yes

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The document contains a recommendation for funding amount ($10,000) but does not clarify if this is the final amount approved.

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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Budget Inventory Item Cover Sheet Entity or Individual(s) requesting funding: Community Seva Amount of funding requested: 25000 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 Yes Levine Act: The entity/individual will provide required Levine Act disclosures prior to Board approval:...