Shape the future of your community with the San Mateo County Youth Commission.
🎓 Immigrant Youth Scholarship now open!
High school seniors and college students who are immigrants or first generation, this is for you.
✨Deadline: May 7, 2026✨
smcgov.org/ceo/youth-comm…
Have a voice in county government 🏛️🗣
The San Mateo County Youth Commission is now recruiting for the 2026–27 cohort!
Ages 13–21 who live in San Mateo County are encouraged to ✨ apply by May 3 ✨ smcgov.org/ceo/how-to-join
Are you attending a high school in Palo Alto in the 2026-2027 school year? If you have a passion for sustainability and climate action, consider joining the Youth Climate Advisory Board (YCAB)! Apply at bit.ly/41gHWa7. Applications close on June 14.
🤝 Get involved and make a difference! Stop by The Vibe Teen Center this Saturday from 10am–12pm for the Teen Volunteer Fair.
Connect with local organizations and discover opportunities that match your interests.
Learn more: loom.ly/qxnqhWU
📣 Nonprofits: Join our Safer Community Spaces training!
Learn practical policies your organization can implement to help protect immigrant community members.
📆 Mar 25 | ⏰ 1:00–2:30 p.m. | 💻 Zoom Training
🔗 Register: forms.gle/9EJfKBcKWnShiK…
With the Super Bowl bringing big crowds and activity across the region, make sure you’re signed up for emergency alerts.
San Mateo County residents:
Text SUPERBOWL to 672-83 or visit smcalert.info to sign up for alerts.
Is your home lead-safe?
Lead in the home can be harmful, especially for children. If you live in San Mateo County, you may qualify for free lead paint testing and remediation through the Unleaded Homes San Mateo County program.
rebuildingtogetherpeninsula.org/lead-paint-saf…
New year, fresh information. 📅
Now is a great time to review and update your family preparedness plan—contacts change, plans evolve, and a quick refresh can make all the difference when it counts.
A few minutes today = a lot more peace of mind later. 💪
SmcRapidResponse.org
Nothing has changed with COVID-19 recommendations for adults 65+.
Older adults still face the highest risk from COVID-19. COVID-19 vaccines continue to be safe and effective. Protect yourself. Stay up to date on your vaccines.
📲 cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/D…@Cal_HHS
How does the Rapid Response Hotline work?
The hotline activates community and legal response to immigration enforcement actions in our county. Tips to remember:
1. Call the Rapid Response Hotline to share any potential detainments to be verified.
2. Distribute orange cards in the vicinity or leave them in the area for families to call for support.
3. Be mindful of impacted people’s privacy.
SmcRapidResponse.org / 204-666-4472
Board of Supervisors established the San Mateo County 2026 Charter Review Committee & seats are now open. Residents from all 5 districts encouraged to apply & help shape the future of our county.
Apply by 12/19: smcgov.org/bnc/2026-chart…
District info here: smcgov.org/bos
NEWS: This holiday season, @SMCHSA is calling on residents to open their hearts and homes to children who need safe, stable care. ❤️
Learn how to become a Resource Family: helpsanmateokids.com
📞 (650) 802-7636
📧 ResourceFamily@smcgov.org
More info: smcgov.org/ceo/news/famil…
The County of San Mateo wants to hear from residents via a 10-minute emergency preparedness survey—available in English, Spanish and Chinese—to help shape plans that work for everyone. Survey closes Dec. 7. 🔗 Link to survey here: surveymonkey.com/r/SMCEM_Commun…
Knowing your HIV status is an essential part of taking charge of your health — and testing is the only way to know for sure. For more information about HIV testing visit: smchealth.org/hivstds#WorldAIDSDay
🦃🍂 Give thanks, not germs!
Keep your loved ones safe from respiratory virus season:
✔️ Stay up to date on vaccines
🧼 Wash your hands
🤧 Stay home if you’re sick
A healthy holiday is something we can all be thankful for!
Your school can be part of the food waste solution by adopting the Share Table Program. Share tables prevent leftover, unopened, uneaten cafeteria food from going to the landfill and instead is shared with other students. Find out how by visiting smchealth.org/sharetable.