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Authorize the County’s contribution of $3,500 from the General Fund contribution allocated to District 1 to benefit the following organizations, including Leaders in Men ($500), Solano Pride Foundation ($1,000), Reservoir of Help ($1,500), and Rebuilding Together Solano County ($500)
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DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
Supervisor James requests that the Board of Supervisors authorize the County’s contribution of $3,500 from the General Fund contribution allocated to District 1 to benefit the following organizations, including Leaders in Men ($500), Solano Pride Foundation ($1,000), Reservoir of Help ($1,500), and Rebuilding Together Solano County ($500).
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
District 1 has identified the following local nonprofit organizations to receive its non-county contribution allocations:
Leaders in Men - $500
This contribution will serve as a sponsorship for the Women’s Blueprint Empowerment Panel and reflects a shared commitment among nonprofit leaders-particularly men across Solano County-to support the advancement and empowerment of women in our communities.
Solano Pride Foundation - $1,000
This contribution will sponsor the Foundation’s annual Pride event in Suisun, which brings together community members, families, and local organizations in a celebration of inclusion, identity, and unity. The funding will support event programming, outreach efforts, and the creation of a safe, welcoming space where individuals can be seen, heard, and valued.
Reservoir of Help Foundation - $1,500
This contribution will support young men in Vallejo by providing essential resources, mentorship opportunities, and access to programs that promote personal growth, leadership development, and overall well-being-helping to build a strong foundation for long-term success.
Rebuilding Solano County - $500
Rebuilding Together Solano County provides a critical safety net for some of the community’s most vulnerable residents, including veterans, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. Through essential home repairs, safety modifications, and food distribution, the organization addresses housing stability, health, and basic needs. This contribution will support their 2026 Cinco de Mayo event, helping to sustain these vital services and ensure residents can remain safe and supported in their homes.
Guidelines for Grant Funding Requests:
During the FY2025/26 Budget Hearings, the Board appropriated $75,000, $15,000 to each supervisorial district, to allow Board members to support community service programs. The Board directed County Counsel to provide guidelines on how to recommend funding for qualifying agencies or programs. The Guidelines are as follows:
1.) Each supervisor must submit the proposed expenditure to County Counsel and the Auditor-Controller for initial review.
2.) The Board must approve the expenditure by a majority vote.
3.) The Board must determine that the expenditure is for a public purpose.
4.) The Board may authorize an expenditure of public funds to a nonprofit organization so long as the County retains ultimate control over the exercise of judgment and discretion of the intended program.
5.) To ensure accountability, all expenditures are subject to periodic audit by the Auditor-Controller; and
a) If the recipient provides an activity, program or service (“activity”), it shall provide an activity report within 30 days of the activity that states the number of persons attending (if applicable) or participating activities carried out, feedback from participants (if applicable) and benefits of the activity. The recipient’s failure to provide a report may result in its being considered ineligible for future funding.
b) If the recipient is purchasing property or making improvements, it shall use the funds for only the specified purposes and allow representatives of the county to inspect and/or audit the purchase or the contractor’s performance, the facility or the portion improved with the funds and/or the records pertaining to the expenditures. The recipient shall retain for inspection and audit purposes any and all books, receipts, documentation and other records of the expenditures for three (3) years from date of receiving funds.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The expenditures totaling $3,500 in contributions are included in the Department’s FY2025/26 Working Budget. The costs associated with preparing the agenda item are nominal and absorbed by the department’s FY2025/26 Working Budget.
ALTERNATIVES:
The Board could choose not to authorize these expenditures; however, this is not recommended as this is consistent with Board policy.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
This report was prepared in coordination with the County Administrator’s Office, County Auditor/Controller’s Office, and County Counsel.
CAO RECOMMENDATION:
APPROVE DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION