Events
Thrive’s events bring the nonprofit community together through meaningful connection and shared learning. Whether networking with peers or diving into hands-on educational sessions, our events are designed to be engaging, relevant, and impactful. Members receive special benefits such as complimentary or discounted access, ensuring that participation is both accessible and rewarding.
Signature Events
Mix & Mingle
Our annual Mix & Mingle event is a vibrant celebration that brings the community together to connect, collaborate, and inspire one another. This gathering features insightful discussions with industry leaders and local experts, fostering an atmosphere of partnership and innovation. Attendees can engage in meaningful conversations, share ideas, and explore new possibilities for the year ahead. Whether you’re a long-time community member or new to the area, this event offers a wonderful opportunity to network, build relationships, and unite around our mission to create positive change. Don't miss the chance to connect and kick off the year with purpose!
Partnerships in Education
Emerging from the work of the Coalition for Safe Schools and Communities and the broader United for Youth: Vision 2030 Plan of Action effort, Partnerships in Education convenings bring together education leaders, nonprofits, philanthropy, health partners, and government to strengthen collaboration and advance a holistic approach to youth well-being. In 2025, the series included two gatherings: the Convening on Partnerships in Education, which introduced the United For Youth: Vision 2030 Plan of Action, and the Partnerships in Education Summit, which brought together nearly 250 attendees to highlight local nonprofit efforts supporting youth mental health through community cultural wealth, healing practices, and cross-sector partnerships. This year, the San Mateo County Office of Education, Thrive Alliance, and the Haas Center for Public Service at Stanford University are partnering to recommit to achieving the goals of the United for Youth plan, even in this uncertain environment.
Thrive OnBoard
OnBoard is Thrive’s annual board matching event, the ultimate gathering for those looking to join a nonprofit board. This interactive event creates a dynamic environment where nonprofit organizations and potential board members can connect and build meaningful relationships. OnBoard offers an opportunity for local nonprofits to showcase their impactful work and available board positions, while community members can explore ways to support their community by serving on a board. In addition to networking, the event features mini-educational sessions designed to provide valuable insights and strategies for board recruitment and retention. Whether you’re seeking to expand your board or eager to contribute your expertise, OnBoard is the perfect space to make lasting connections and strengthen the nonprofit sector.
Climate Summit
Each year, Nuestra Casa, Climate Resilient Communities, Rise South City and Thrive Alliance collaboratively plan the Climate Summit for San Mateo County with the goal of highlighting the needs and voices of underrepresented communities that are confronting the uneven impacts of climate change.
Our vision is that every person is San Mateo County and beyond breathes clean air, drinks clean water, lives in a healthy home, and is part of a disaster-resilient community in which their voice matters. The Summit is a venue to push for the policy change, cross-sector partnerships, and power shifting necessary to achieve this vision.
Submit an Event or Community Announcement
Share your organization’s event or community announcements with our exclusive Thrive community. The entire Thrive network benefits from your contribution of information about local events, workshops, funding opportunities, and reports. Submitted items will be added to the Thrive Event Calendar and sent out in our Thrive Weekly Newsletter.
Free for all Thrive members; $50 for non-members.
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