CC 06-09-2022 Item No. 1 Community Funding_Late Written Communications (Single File)To strengthen relations and understanding among peoples of different regions and backgrounds;To promote people’s knowledge and understanding of various cultures, values, arts and communities in a peaceful and enriching way.Omniware Networks - A 501(c)3 Nonprofit Organization With Passion And Track RecordMissionWell aligned with City of Cupertino’sMission and ValueExperienced, passionate and dedicated(all volunteers, no one is paid)All funding used for programs/projects to benefit the communitiesDedicationProven Impacts To CommunitiesSelected by County of Santa Clara to organize community projectPositive Comments from Cupertino ResidentsTrack RecordIRS approved 501c(3) with complete tax records
1) to increase the awareness of the value of peace, love and unity in our communities / Cupertino2) to encourage Cupertino children to use art to express their feelings against hate crime, and foster unity in our communities3) to generate more impacts to students' families, the communities and all the Cupertino audience of the public exhibitionProject: Youth Art Contest Exhibitions Of ‘Peace Love Unity’Purpose1)Received +300 entries2) Anticipate a total of 10,000 visitors of the art exhibitions3) Have support from 20+ local art curators / art teachers / art studiosReach / Impact1)Art contest2) Public exhibitionsProject Overview
Select Community Comments - Cupertino and CountyM Gao StudentDiana ArgabriteMuseum Programs Coordinator Euphrat Museum, De Anza College S. MirzaStudentCindy ChavezSanta Clara County Supervisor“This artwork tells and shows you to do the right thing and go against hate crimes. This art also encourages you to be yourself and to not be afraid of who you are” “Children from different places in the world all love peace. They unify together by contributing a piece of peace dove puzzle.”“It sounds like a great project.”“Art is a proven and accessible tool for communication and for raising awareness about social justice and equity issues. It affects positive change in a visual, poignant way that most people can connect with during turbulent times.”Don SunFormer president, Cupertino Planning Commission and Cupertino Historical Society“It’s a very meaningful project.”
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Select Cupertino Students’ Entries By M. GaoBy Y QiuBy P. MallikBy S Mirza
Rotary Club of CupertinoCommunity Funding update•The Club is disappointed that we did not make the first cut as we have been funded for over 10 years.•We are moving ahead with plans including a joint partnership with city to coordinate or merge with the City’s annual Fall Fest Bike event.
Impact of loss of funding•No Direct City benefits, including:Health and Safety Fair including 10+ booths provided free to the City of Cupertino (replaced previous stand‐alone fair).10‐25 “Environmental Partner” booths provided with no charge. Complements the City’s April Earth Day event.10 free booths and canopies provided to the International Cultural Fair•Reduced charitable spending for Community projects
Our requestPlease review the Park and Rec recommendations and reevaluate the rankings.