San Mateo County Office of Education has compiled and continue to curate resources for the communities and classrooms for racial justice education.
Read MoreHere’s a list of restaurants offering or who have offered free or discounted meals to people affected by the CZU fire. We hope it will help you find an enjoyable, affordable meal and give you a moment to rest and relax. Bon Appetit!
Read MoreEver want to be a firefighter when you “grow up”? Now’s your chance to help fight the “fires” of daily living faced by our neighbors impacted by recent fires. Life as an evacuee is hard and returning home to rebuild will take time, effort, and fortitude. Join the Neighbors Helping Neighbors Fire Impact Team to put out a few of the day-to-day “fires” and let them know we care.
Read MoreThe CZU fire right here in our backyard has displaced thousands & the SCU fire is nearby too (Santa Clara County). Let’s help ease the difficult situation many face while displaced from their homes or as they return and rebuild their homes and lives. Here’s how you can volunteer at evacuation centers and with donation collections & “stores”.
Read MoreWant to donate goods or gift cards to help those impacted by the area fires? Here’s what, where, when, and how to show you care. Local drop spots in San Carlos & Redwood City for NEW LISTED items and clean, lightly used BABY-10 YR Old Clothing.
Read MoreFinancial and gift card donations provide the most flexibility - especially after the initial days. Two charities are recommended for best helping those in the hardest hit spots. For info on these, other great organizations, and the preferred gift cards.
Read MoreThurs. Oct. 1, 2020 10AM - 12:30PM — Online Conference | Peninsula Family Service Thought Leader Series | Advancing Justice: Confronting Anti-Black Racism
Read MoreWith fires around us in every direction and a wildfire “season” that is 75 days longer than in the past, now is a great time to make sure you’re prepared. Here’s a great list of tools to help you prepare as well as stay abreast of the latest conditions.
Read MoreInterested in learning more and supporting Racial Justice efforts? Check out this giving guide provided by SVCF.
Read MoreFree grocery delivery for people who are at risk, COVID-19 positive , and self-quarantining. If you can pay for your groceries, we'll shop at a local store. If not, we'll bring groceries from a local food bank.
The 1619 Project, inaugurated with a special issue of The New York Times Magazine, challenges us to reframe U.S. history by marking the year when the first enslaved Africans arrived on Virginia soil as our nation's foundational date.
Read MoreSan Mateo County Library Event — Book, Please! thematic book talks. First theme will focus on Social Justice on Wednesday, July 8 at 4:00PM. https://smcl.bibliocommons.com/events/5ef53591b2c93c3a008501b1
Read MoreTell me. how I can get my creative juices flowing while Making Someone’s Day with Gratifying Greetings!
Read MoreRead the Stand Together proclamation in full here: bit.ly/3cNDq77.
Read MoreExciting news from the state of California! They've announced information about the Disaster Relief Fund for undocumented Californians.
Read MoreResidents are encouraged to call Aging and Adult Services at (800) 675-8437 and speak to multi-lingual county staff to apply for meal delivery services.
Read MoreThis auction fund-raiser is two-fold: to help our amazing local business community and also to help secure the future of the Chamber of Commerce.
Read MoreFoster Seedlings for 4-6 weeks and provide future food for those in need. All it takes is a little sun & water to make the world a greener and happier place. Find out how you can help.
Read Morewe've rounded up a list of mutual aid funds that distribute emergency grants to artists, creative professionals and freelancers facing financial hardships.
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