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Authorize the County's contribution of $1,000 from the General Fund contribution allocated to District 3 to benefit Touro University California ($1,000)
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Public Hearing Required? Yes ____ No _X _
DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
Supervisor Williams requests that the Board of Supervisors authorize the County's contribution of $1,000 from the General Fund contribution allocated to District 3 to benefit Touro University California ($1,000).
SUMMARY/ DISCUSSION:
District 3 has identified one (1) local non-profit organization for which to contribute its non-county contribution allocation:
Touro University California, $1,000
Touro University California (TUC), a nonprofit graduate institution established in 1997, stands as a beacon of social justice, knowledge, and service to humanity. Nestled on a 44-acre campus within the historic Mare Island Naval Base, the university's mission is clear: to serve, lead, and teach. TUC boasts an impressive array of programs aimed at empowering future healthcare professionals and educators. From Osteopathic Medicine and Pharmacy to Physician Assistant, Public Health, Nursing, and Education a total of 13 degrees are offered to shape the leaders of tomorrow.
This contribution will be used to help provide student scholarships.
Guidelines for Grant Funding Requests:
During the FY2026/27 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 author...
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