The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors is asking for input on how to spend approximately $14 million in one-time federal funds, and we want to make sure families like yours are part of the conversation. This is a key opportunity to let elected officials know what matters most to you and your community, especially when it comes to programs and services that support young children and families.
Two opportunities to make your voice heard
The Board of Supervisors is launching two separate processes to determine how the funds will be used:
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Countywide Funding: Using the results of a community survey, approximately $9M will be decided on by the county with direction by the Board of Supervisors, and
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District-Specific Funding: Each of the five Supervisors will decide how to allocate an additional $1 million in their own district through grants or community projects.
Both of these processes are shaped by community input, and your participation is essential.
Step 1: Complete (and share) the community survey
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For Parents and Families: your voice is needed! The community survey (available in English and Spanish) asks about child care, housing, transportation, and other critical needs. It takes just 5 minutes and will directly inform how $9 million is spent countywide.
- Providers and Early Childhood Champions: encourage your partners and the families you serve to complete the short online survey. The more voices we gather, the stronger our collective impact will be.
Survey link here: https://bit.ly/45ZmbhY
Step 2: Help guide how $1M will be spent in each District:
- Help get the word out: each Supervisor is developing their own process, from town halls to grant applications. Details are still developing, but here are the district-level activities that have been announced:
District 1
Richmond, San Pablo, El Cerrito, part of Pinole, and the unincorporated communities of Bayview, East Richmond Heights, El Sobrante, Kensington, Montalvin Manor, Tara Hills, North Richmond, and Rollingwood
Supervisor John Gioia is hosting a series of hybrid town halls (in-person and virtual) to gather input. All events are open to people who live or work in District 1.
Upcoming Town Halls:
- Monday, September 23 at 5pm: Youth (Ages 13–24), RYSE Center, 3939 Bissell Ave., Richmond
- Monday, September 30 at 6pm: Pinole City Hall, 2131 Pear St., Pinole
- Wednesday, October 2 at 5:30pm: St. Peter CME Church, 5324 Cypress Ave., El Cerrito
- Sunday, October 6 at 6pm: San Pablo City Hall, 1000 Gateway Ave., San Pablo
- Friday, October 11 at 10am: RYSE Center, 3939 Bissell Ave., Richmond
RSVP and learn more here: tinyurl.com/CCCIFPadlet
District 2
Alamo, Blackhawk, Canyon, Danville, Diablo, Lafayette, Moraga, Orinda, Rossmoor, San Ramon, Tassajara Valley, and parts of unincorporated Walnut Creek
Supervisor Candace Andersen will be awarding grants to nonprofits (including Family Child Care Homes) and her office is also holding several town halls planned for people who live or work in her district:
Upcoming Town Halls:
- Sunday, September 15 at 6pm, San Ramon (Location TBD)
- Tuesday, September 24 at 6pm, Lamorinda (Location TBD)
More info and RSVP link coming soon
District 3
Bethel Island, Byron, Discovery Bay and Knightsen and the cities of Antioch, Brentwood and Oakley
Board of Supervisor Diane Burgis has one town hall planned for people who live or work in her district.
Upcoming Town Hall:
Stay tuned for more details about funding opportunities in District 3.
District 4
Walnut Creek, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Clayton and some unincorporated areas:
Supervisor Ken Carlson is offering one-time grants ranging from $10,000 to $100,000 to nonprofits serving District 4 residents.
District 5
Antioch, Bay Point, Hercules, Martinez, Pacheco, Pittsburg, Port Costa, Rodeo
Board of Supervisor Shannelle Scales-Preston has several town halls planned for people who live or work in her district:
Upcoming Town Halls:
- Sunday, September 22 from 5:30–7pm, Hercules City Hall, 111 Civic Dr., Hercules
- Sunday, September 29 from 6–7pm, Pittsburg City Hall, 65 Civic Ave., Pittsburg
- Monday, September 30 from 6–7pm, Martinez City Hall, 525 Henrietta St., Martinez
How You Can Help:
- Complete and share the community survey with families, providers, and partners: https://bit.ly/45ZmbhY
- Attend a town hall in your district—or encourage families you serve to join
- Apply for funding (if eligible) or help connect organizations to these grant opportunities
- Reach out to your Supervisor’s office with questions, ideas, or feedback