Join Social Impact Advisory Network for a special guest speaker at the next SIAN meeting!

Geoff Green, the CEO of CalNonprofits, will provide an update on some major legislation to support nonprofits, how advisors and consultants to the sector fit in, and how CalNonprofits supports all contributors to the nonprofit sector.

Join the Redwood City Parks and Arts Foundation for Picnic en Blanc, a magical evening filled with community spirit, live music, dancing, and giving back. This annual event is the perfect opportunity to enjoy a festive outdoor picnic under the stars with friends while contributing to a meaningful cause.

Experience an unforgettable night that not only offers fun and connection but also supports youth programs in Redwood City. Your participation helps provide scholarships and opportunities for local teens, making a real difference in their lives. Don't miss out on this chance to be part of something special!

Join San Mateo County Parks for Coyote Point SummerFest on Saturday, August 15, from 12:00–4:00 PM at Coyote Point Recreation Area in San Mateo!

Bring the whole family for an afternoon filled with giant kites, train rides, live performances, food trucks, face painting, fun crafts, community resource booths, and more. Admission to the event is free (standard $6 vehicle entrance fee to the park applies). Don't miss this exciting community celebration of fun, culture, and connection!

The League of Women Voters is back for its 4th Annual Ice-Cream Crawl! It's like a pub crawl but with ice cream and boba tea. Participants can look forward to an enjoyable time with food, drink, and their League friends! They will meet at SF Gelateria, located at 2621 Broadway in Downtown Redwood City, and will walk along Broadway, visiting two boba shops along the way to Humphrey Slocombe Ice Cream at the intersection of Jefferson Ave.

Join the Department of Emergency Management, San Mateo County, for Disaster Preparedness Day.

This is a FREE, FUN, and family-friendly event where you can meet first responders and learn life-saving tips to help keep you and your family safe during a disaster.

Free parking and hot dogs available while supplies last! Please keep your pets comfortably at home.

2026 has been a year where our laws and practices around voting and our democracy have been under a spotlight, and not always in a good way. There have been questions about the safety and security of elections, the ability of nonprofits to do voter engagement, and more. Join us to hear from experts from 866-OUR-VOTE, Me Too, and others about voter ID laws, address confidentiality programs, and election protection as we approach the midterm elections.

Have you ever wondered who was responsible for fundraising and how this can be accomplished effectively? If so, this training is for you! The basics are revealed in our Fundraising Basics Workshop, while this session will help you identify best practices for successful fundraising while clarifying roles at every level of a nonprofit organization. Together we will explore and practice strategies and techniques to set proper expectations, expand your team's ability to raise money for your organization (including special strategies during times of crisis), and maximize your impact.

Join us and learn how county budgets work and how to advocate for change.

Are you looking to better understand how county budgets work and what you can do to advocate for change? Join us for Budget Justice 101: A Foundation for Advocacy in San Mateo County on Tuesday, July 28, 1:00-2:30 pm. This workshop is designed for community members, nonprofit staff, and advocates looking to strengthen their voice and influence how San Mateo County spends public dollars. No prior budget or policy experience needed.

We'll cover the essential concepts for budget justice work and answer questions like:

• What is budget justice? What does advocacy look like in other counties?

• County budget basics: Where does the money come from? What's restricted or unrestricted? Where is there flexibility? How does the budget process and decision-making actually work?

You'll also gain:

• An overview of HR 1's impact on current and future budgets, including Medi-Cal and SNAP cuts, and CalAIM's reforms to Medi-Cal

• Insights on Measure K and how the Vehicle License Fee affects this year's county budget

Whether you're new to budget advocacy or looking to sharpen your strategy, this session will help you engage meaningfully in county budgeting.

This is the first in a series of workshops to build budget justice advocacy in San Mateo County, and it's free to attend.

Reserve your spot today.

Handmade Pacifica returns to the Sanchez Art Center, celebrating the creativity of over two dozen local artisans offering a variety of handcrafted goods, from sea glass jewelry to ceramics and fine art prints. Attendees can savor delicious treats from local food vendors while enjoying energizing beverages from Pacific Java.

In addition to the marketplace, visitors can explore the center’s galleries featuring curated exhibitions and live music by Blue City Jazz. Local artists will also open their studios, providing an opportunity for guests to engage with them and gain insights into their creative practices. This vibrant event invites the community to discover unique treasures and support independent craftsmanship along the coastside.

Join the Social Impact Advisor Network (SIAN) for a more informal, mastermind-style gathering — where the focus is on real conversations, not presentations. We’ll go around the room to share what we’re working on and, more importantly, the challenges we’re facing as business owners serving nonprofits and nonprofit professionals.

Bring whatever’s top of mind — whether you’re trying to grow, feeling overloaded, or stuck on something — and let’s help each other move forward.

If you’ve been hearing more conversations about fiscal sponsorship lately, you’re not alone. As federal funding cuts, policy shifts, and increased uncertainty reshape the nonprofit landscape, many community initiatives and emerging organizations are looking for flexible ways to sustain their work.  

Whether you’re exploring fiscal sponsorship for a new initiative, currently operating under a fiscal sponsor, or simply want to better understand this model, now is the time to get informed.

Join us for Fiscal Sponsorship in Uncertain Times on Friday, July 17 where we’ll explore:

• What fiscal sponsorship is and commonly used models

• Legal, financial, and governance considerations

• Best practices for establishing successful sponsor-project relationships

• Common pitfalls and misconceptions about fiscal sponsorship

Learn the essential tips and strategies for successful fundraising in Center for Excellence in Nonprofit's (CEN) interactive Fundraising Basics Workshop! Participants will explore the basic fundraising process, gain a framework for building a comprehensive fundraising plan, and learn how to develop a case for support and then strategies to communicate it effectively to donors. CEN will also touch on the Board's role in fundraising and how best to support these efforts. This beginner level session will leave you with the templates and resources you need to start fundraising more strategically.

Fixin’ SMC is inviting everyone to celebrate its Five Year Anniversary at their annual fundraising Garden Party. The event will take place on June 28th from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Guests can look forward to enjoying food, refreshments, and engaging conversations in a beautiful garden setting in San Carlos.

Join fellow SIAN members and guests for an in-person happy hour sponsored by Five Star Bank. There’s nothing like getting together in person to build relationships and friendships. Everyone is encouraged to hang out with local Social Impact Advisor Network friends! The gathering will take place on the patio of Five Star Bank, the hosts of the event. For any questions, attendees can reach out to Deborah at sian@fairlightadvisors.com.

Voting does not have to be boring. If one is stuck with the image of voter engagement as merely two seated volunteers behind a table with clipboards, there are ample opportunities to expand that imagination when it comes to engaging communities around voting and civic engagement. Participants will hear from various partners about how they have transformed their initiatives from basic to bustling, igniting excitement within their communities about participating in democracy. Americans for the Arts will share insights on voter engagement initiatives that range from flash mobs to voter line serenades, highlighting opportunities to collaborate with artists in voter engagement efforts. Additionally, Warm Cookies of the Revolution will discuss creative initiatives like “The Huddle” during televised football games, “High Stakes” Texas Hold‘em to provoke thought on money in politics, and “This Machine Has a Soul,” an arts-based participatory budgeting process. While real cookies may not travel well via a virtual webinar, the experience promises to be worthwhile for all attendees!

On behalf of Supervisor Gauthier, the community is invited to join San Mateo County’s Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony at the County Courtyard, 500 County Center, Redwood City. Juneteenth serves as a time to honor Black freedom, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of equity and justice, creating an opportunity for reflection, celebration, and community. This year’s ceremony will feature special performances, speakers, and moments of recognition as they commemorate the significance of Juneteenth and celebrate the rich contributions of Black communities throughout the county. It would be a great honor for everyone to come together for this meaningful occasion.

The Social Impact Advisory Network (SIAN) Social Hour invites guests to join their gatherings. This initiative was founded by a group of like-minded professionals dedicated to serving the nonprofit community as consultants, board members, nonprofit leaders, donors, and local public officials. Their mission is to raise awareness about the critical need for investment in a nonprofit organization's infrastructure, aiming to ensure long-term stability and strength.

Join the Half Moon Bay community for live music, drag performances, food, family fun zone, local vendors, and non-profit resources!

During a crisis, nonprofits need the support of their board to navigate the challenge with intentionality. This includes responding to internal challenges like leadership changes or financial strain, as well as the broader political context and the impact it can have on an organization’s stability, decision-making, and community relationships. Megan Joseph from Impact Launch will present a forward-looking workshop on the skills boards need to be resilient, collaborative, and grounded during a complex political and funding landscape.

East Palo Alto residents are invited to a Free Emergency Preparedness Event. Come learn about how to better prepare for emergencies and disasters that could impact our local area.

Free Emergency Preparedness Kit for All Attendees!

Call/text 650-200-0814 To reserve your spot!

Join Thrive Alliance and the Sobrato Center for Nonprofits community for a Stroll to the Polls as we walk together from the Center to the ballot drop box at the Redwood Shores Library. Making our voices heard matters—and sometimes, it starts with simply showing up, side by side.

You’re welcome whether you’re dropping off your ballot that day or have already submitted it. This is a chance to connect, reflect, and engage in conversation about the kind of change we hope to see in our communities. The walk is about 25 minutes each way, so we’ll be together for a little over an hour.

Let’s move together, build community, and honor the power of civic participation—one step at a time.

Sustainable San Mateo County is hosting a free online workshop to help residents learn how to give public comment and provide input to their city governments about the programs and policies that can help drive the transition to clean energy, clean air and a more resilient San Mateo County. This is a hands-on workshop to refine your message, connect with local partners and practice the art of the public comment. Coaches joining the session include current and former councilmembers and experienced community advocates.

Sustainable San Mateo County is hosting a free online workshop to help residents learn how to give public comment and provide input to their city governments about the programs and policies that can help drive the transition to clean energy, clean air and a more resilient San Mateo County. This is a hands-on workshop to refine your message, connect with local partners and practice the art of the public comment. Coaches joining the session include current and former councilmembers and experienced community advocates.

PAL Center is hosting a Neighborhood Block Party on Saturday, May 16, inviting the community to join in an afternoon of fun and excitement. Attendees can look forward to a variety of engaging activities, including Zumba classes, free food, and delicious ice cream, among other attractions. It promises to be a lively celebration, perfect for families and friends to gather and enjoy a memorable day together in the neighborhood.

Join this free webinar featuring Rita Haronian, Survey Director at Nonprofit Compensation Associates, as she shares the latest findings from one of California’s most trusted nonprofit compensation surveys. Drawing on data from nonprofit organizations across Northern and Southern California, this session explores how compensation, benefits, and workforce trends are evolving in 2026. 

The 2026 Nonprofit Compensation Survey Webinar is a long standing resource for the entire nonprofit community. Whether you are an executive, program staff member, operations professional, or early career nonprofit worker, this webinar provides valuable context on how compensation trends are shaping the sector. 

Youth mental health challenges are increasingly visible across communities, yet cultural stigma, language barriers, and limited access to care can make it especially difficult for AAPI youth and families to seek support. In this Community Health Talk, Dr. Xinshu She will address key factors influencing youth mental health and resilience development through an Asian cultural lens. She borrows from research on early childhood development, mindfulness, school interventions and family-based programs both in the US and abroad. She will explore evidence-based, culturally responsive approaches to support children and families in fostering resilience and accessing care in a timely manner. The talk will also address how Asian communities can leverage their cultural connectivity and values to enrich community resilience and wellbeing.