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The board approved Inventory Item No. 285 to provide a $20,000 grant to Martha’s Kitchen for food distribution.
The board will approve a $10,000 grant to Neighborhood Hands for homeless outreach and community‑based park cleanup programs.
The board approved Inventory Item No. 277 to provide a $20,000 grant to Loaves and Fishes Family Kitchen for expanding access to nutritious meals.
The board approved Inventory Item No. 280 to provide a $10,000 grant to Los Gatos Anti‑Racism Coalition for rental assistance.
The board will approve a $5,000 grant to Mosaic America for its intercultural gathering program.
The board approved Inventory Item No. 284 to provide a $10,000 grant to Mama D 2nd Chance for the Second Chance Meals food insecurity program.
The board approved Inventory Item No. 281 to provide a one‑time $2,000 sponsorship to Luna Park Arts Foundation for the Luna Park Chalk Art Festival.
The Board will approve a $20,000 grant to Latinas Contra Cancer.
The Board will approve a $10,000 grant to Korean American Community Service, Inc.
The Board will approve a one-time $5,000 sponsorship to La Raza Historical Society of Santa Clara Valley.
The Board will approve a $25,000 grant to Law Foundation of Silicon Valley.
The Board will approve a $20,000 grant to LEAD Filipino.
The Board will approve a $20,000 grant to Latina Coalition of Silicon Valley.
The Board will approve a $10,000 grant to the Former Vietnam Armed Forces Alliance - Northern California for annual cultural and commemorative events.
The Board will approve a $5,000 sponsorship to the Former Vietnamese R&P Foundation for its 2026 Summer Picnic Event.
The Board will approve a $10,000 grant to Eastside Magazine for accessibility improvements.
The board will approve a $5,000 grant to support athletic tournaments and events.
What's happening
Why it matters
Funding helps local athletes organize tournaments, promoting community health and cultural engagement.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, CA or via Zoom at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/83415624589
Email: BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments at the meeting or email to BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org.
Decision update
The item “Grant $5,000 to Taiwanese & Chinese American Athletic Federation” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided May 13, 2026.
The board will approve a $10,000 grant to support the Día de los Muertos production.
What's happening
Why it matters
The grant enables a cultural performance that celebrates heritage and engages the community.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, CA or via Zoom at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/83415624589
Email: BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments at the meeting or email to BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org.
Decision update
The item “Grant $10,000 to Teatro Vision De San Jose” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided May 13, 2026.
The board will approve a $20,000 grant to support the Mesa Redonda Community Kitchen.
What's happening
Why it matters
Funding helps provide meals and a gathering place for community members in need.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, CA or via Zoom at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/83415624589
Email: BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments at the meeting or email to BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org.
Decision update
The item “Grant $20,000 to The Prosperity Lab” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided May 13, 2026.
The board will approve a $10,000 grant to support the Mindfulness Program.
What's happening
Why it matters
The program offers mindfulness training that can improve mental health and well‑being.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, CA or via Zoom at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/83415624589
Email: BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments at the meeting or email to BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org.
Decision update
The item “Grant $10,000 to To Be Empowered” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided May 13, 2026.
The board will approve a $10,000 grant to support community‑based cultural, health, and senior services programming.
The board will approve a $10,000 sponsorship for cultural and commemorative community events.
What's happening
Why it matters
Funding helps preserve cultural heritage and provides community gathering events.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, CA or via Zoom at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/83415624589
Email: BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments at the meeting or email to BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org.
Decision update
The item “Grant $10,000 to South Vietnamese Navy Veterans – NorCal” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided May 13, 2026.
The Board will approve a $12,500 grant to Our Daily Bread to support the provision of take‑out meals for community members in need.
What's happening
Why it matters
The grant helps provide ready‑to‑eat meals to people who lack reliable access to food.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or via Zoom at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/83415624589
Email: BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Written comments may be submitted at the meeting or emailed to BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org.
Decision update
The item “Grant to Our Daily Bread for Take‑Out Meals” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided May 13, 2026.
The Board will approve a $12,500 grant to Pro Bono Project Silicon Valley to support the Reentry Legal Project.
What's happening
Why it matters
The grant funds legal assistance that helps people transitioning from incarceration navigate legal challenges.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or via Zoom at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/83415624589
Email: BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Written comments may be submitted at the meeting or emailed to BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org.
Decision update
The item “Grant to Pro Bono Project Silicon Valley for Reentry Legal Project” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided May 13, 2026.
