Childcare Preview Day, Tenant-Landlord Counseling Services, Commute.Org and More!

Our mission: Redwood City Together advances the success of youth and families in Redwood City and North Fair Oaks through community collaboration.

Redwood City Together Partner Announcements

On behalf of our partners, Redwood City Together would like to share the following opportunities available in our community. Please consider passing this information through your networks.

Childcare Preview Event

Join us for a Child Care Preview event and explore available child care options in your community. Enjoy resource tables, informative presentations, food, drawings, and more!

Saturday, January 11, 2025

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Community Activities Building

1400 Roosevelt Ave, Redwood City

Don’t miss this FREE event! Learn more HERE or contact BuildUpSMC@sanmateo4cs.org.

Triple P Positive Parenting Program

Caregivers of children (birth to 5 years) are invited to an 8-week journey to learn proven strategies for fostering strong bonds, encouraging positive behavior, and supporting emotional growth. Includes virtual sessions, personalized check-ins, and an in-person celebration. Spaces are limited!

Contact Judith Cortes for more information: jcortes@familyconnections.org | 669.226.4644

North Fair Oaks Economic and Employment Center

Unlock the potential of youth aged 17 to 24 in San Mateo County and northern Santa Clara through the NOVAworks Paid Internship Program! By hosting young individuals at your workplace, you can play a vital role in shaping their futures while benefiting from their productivity and fresh perspectives.

Contact YoungAdults@novaworks.org

for more information.

REDWOOD CITY TENANT-LANDLORD COUNSELING SERVICES

Project Sentinel can provide aid over the phone and through e-mail for tenants and landlords throughout Redwood City. They provide information on all types of tenant-landlord issues and offer dispute resolution options. They serve all areas of Redwood City, including incorporated and unincorporated areas.

Service examples:

Better understanding of rights and responsibilities.
Support to understand notices and contracts related to common housing issues.
Educational presentations and workshops offered throughout the year.
Project Sentinel does not provide housing listings.

Click HERE to learn more.

Commute.org Programs

Check out Commute.org programs that assist commuters in San Mateo County who meet income eligibility requirements or have mobility needs.

Take advantage of what they have to offer!

$100 Rewards: Bicycle, Carpool & Vanpoolers ($25/10 days, up to 4 times a year)
Travel Reimbursement: Guaranteed ride home 4 times a year, up to $60 per trip home, when emergencies arise.
Free fares: Try transit program offers free preloaded $25 Clipper cards to those interested in trying transit to get to work or college
Commute STAR Platform: earn chances to win prizes through the STAR Store, Challenges & Quarterly Prize Drawings
Free Shuttles (Bayside): during commute hours
Personalized Trip Planning

Click HERE to learn more!

Click HERE to register for a STAR account!

NOVAworks Young Adult Program

Are you between the ages of 17 and 24? Do you live in Santa Clara or San Mateo County? Would you like help in setting educational goals? Are you looking for work or starting out on your career path? NOVAworks can help!

NOVAworks' Young Adult Program is a great place for young people, ages 17-24, to learn how to search for jobs effectively, to explore careers, to find volunteer opportunities, and much more. Friendly, supportive staff help youth and young adults make good choices about jobs, education, and careers.

Click HERE to learn more!

Utilities and Medi-Cal Application Assistance

At no cost, El Concilio of San Mateo County can help you apply for Medi-Cal!

Click HERE for more information about who is eligible for Medi-Cal, what documents you need to apply, and how to make an appointment.

Would you like to save money on your phone and PG&E bill? El Concilio of San Mateo County can help you!

Click HERE to learn more.

Free Caltrain Pass

Caltrain Pass Forward provides free train trips on Caltrain between any zone at any time. Approved applicants will receive a special Clipper Card loaded with the Pass Forward. This card must be used to tag on and off at the Caltrain Stations for valid use. Go Passes are valid until 12/31/24 with limited supply.

To be eligible, you must:

Earn less than $70,000/year
Work or live in San Mateo County
Use the pass to get to work or for job searching purposes
Use the pass at least twice a week.

Job Opportunities

El Concilio of San Mateo County: Check out El Concilio of San Mateo County for different career opportunities including Case Worker and Administrative roles. Click HERE for a full list of opportunities.

Health Plan of San Mateo: Check out different career opportunities for the Health Plan of San Mateo including Manager of Community Care and Pediatric Community Health Worker.

Upward Scholars: Upward Scholars is hiring a program manager, the Program Manager will administer all academic and financial programs and services to support the Programs Director in reaching Upward Scholars’ goals and accomplishing our mission more information HERE. To apply email careers@upwardscholars.org

San Mateo County Parks: San Mateo County Parks is currently seeking a full-time extra help Bilingual Community Engagement Intern II. This position would be based out of Flood and Friendship County Parks and primarily working with the communities surrounding these parks. Click HERE to learn more!

SV2: SV2 is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Development & Communications Coordinator to support SV2’s donor recruitment and stewardship. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with an exciting group of local givers and dynamic social ventures in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Click HERE to learn more!

SV2 is seeking a dynamic and entrepreneurial Director of Impact Investing to lead and expand SV2’s impact investing practice, amplify awareness of SV2 in the broader impact investing ecosystem, and participate in SV2’s donor recruitment using a relational approach.

Click HERE to learn more!

The City of Redwood City Job Opportunities: The City of Redwood City is hiring in several departments, including Transportation, Housing, Building, Recreation, and more. Click HERE for a full list of opportunities.

Does your organization want Redwood City Together's help in publicizing a community opportunity or event? Please send information and pertinent details to redwoodcitytogether@gmail.com.

Redwood City Together partner announcements are sent on the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month.

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