Hello JFY Members, and happy September!

Can you believe it's already September?! Neither can we!

This month, we invite you all to join us in celebrating National Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month. Each year from September 15 through October 15, Americans celebrate the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.

The observation started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded under the Reagan administration in 1988 to cover a 30-day period starting on September 15 and ending on October 15.

The day of September 15 is significant because it is the anniversary of independence for Latin American countries Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on September 16 and September18, respectively. Also, Indigenous Peoples Day or Día de la Raza, which is October 12, falls within this 30 day period.

Please find more information regarding National Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month by visiting the website linked here.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

Youth Commissioner: Parks & Recreation

Are you a City of San Mateo resident between the ages of 13-17 who is interested in gaining career development experience while working toward bettering your community? 

Look no further! The City of San Mateo is looking for Youth Commissioners for the first time ever to voice their perspectives on the City's Parks & Recreation Commission!

Please find the flyer attached below for more information, as well as the form to apply to this opportunity.

Youth Commissioner Apply 2023 Flyer.pdf

San Mateo P&R Youth Commissioner Application.pdf

Special Olympics Volunteer Opportunities

Are you over the age of 14 and interested in supporting with the Special Olympics in your area?

The Special Olympics of Northern California are looking for youth ages 14 and older to help with their programming. Please feel free to take a look at the two flyers attached below for more information on how to get involved! 

Ranging from coaching to refereeing to office & administration, there is surely something for you!

2023-Volunteer with a Purpose.pdf

Volunteer Coaches Needed Flyer.pdf

COMMUNITY EVENT:

Daly City Art & Literature Festival

DCPLA is excited for the 2nd Annual Art & Lit Fest on Saturday, September 9, 2023!

This event will showcase local artists and encourage the cultural rise of Daly City’s art community. The Art & Lit Fest will be a day of arts and crafts, performances, workshops, live music, and fun – celebrating the talent in our community while raising funds for Daly City Public Library.

For more information about the event please find the site linked here!

California Coastal Clean-Up

On September 23, join San Mateo County Parks & Rec for a Coastal Clean-up Day at Coyote Point. Gather at 9 a.m. in the Yacht Club parking lot and move into the park and along the Bay Trail from there. The event will end at noon at the same place. Gloves, grabbers and buckets will be provided.

All ages are welcome. Youth 15 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.  Ages 16 to 18 can attend with a waiver form (see below) signed parent or guardian.

Please register for this event on our Eventbrite page and fill out and bring the Volunteer Agreement form.

SAN MATEO COUNTY YOUTH RESOURCE HUB

A directory of community, government and nonprofit resources for youth in San Mateo County.  

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JFY WORKSHOPS & JOB BOARD

Do you need additional resources to help you? Please visit our San Mateo County Youth Resources Hub to find resources near you. https://youth.smcgov.org/