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This document outlines a recommendation from Supervisor Sylvia Arenas to approve a grant of $10,000 to Valley Verde to support low-income families in Gilroy through sustainability programs. The funding aims to enhance food security via the Shared Garden and Deep Roots Program. The grant will allow Valley Verde to continue its initiatives, which include providing gardening resources and education to families. The document emphasizes the positive impacts on children, seniors, and sustainability.
Key points
- The grant amount is $10,000 for Valley Verde.
- The funding supports low-income families in Gilroy.
- Programs include the Shared Garden and Deep Roots Program.
- The Shared Garden Program provides gardening resources and education.
- The Deep Roots Program focuses on advanced gardening workshops.
- The initiative aims to improve access to healthy foods and agricultural education.
- Valley Verde has helped over 900 families since 2012.
Limitations
- The document contains placeholders for certain sections that are not filled in.
- The document is dated May 13, 2026, but it is unclear if this is a draft or final version.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District One Supervisor Sylvia Arenas 128879 DATE: May 13, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Sylvia Arenas, Vice President SUBJECT: Budget Inventory Item 410 Valley Verde RECOMMENDED ACTION Approve Inventory Item No. 410 to provide a grant to Valley Verde in the amount of $10,000 relating to supporting low-income Gilroy families and building food security through sustainability programs including the Shared Garden and Deep Roots Program, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (Arenas) FISCAL IMPLICATIONS There is a one-time cost of $10,000. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION The grant in the amount of $10,000 is proposed by Supervisor Arenas to be used in support of families and building food security through sustainability programs, including the Shared Garden and Deep Roots Program. Valley Verde’s Shared Garden Program is a multigenerational approach to building the food security of entire neighborhoods. Participating families receive garden beds at home or in the community garden space (located in Gilroy), gardening supplies, and 6-12 months of workshops and individual mentorship. At the same...