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68℉Gardner Community Center — Request for Proposals (RFP)
The City of San José is seeking qualified nonprofit organizations to provide impactful community services and assist with facility management at the Gardner Community Center. This is a unique, rent-free grant opportunity to bring meaningful programming to Gardner neighbors.
Request for Proposal (RFP)
The decision to issue this RFP was shaped by extensive engagement with Gardner neighborhood residents and stakeholders. There is a shared interest in bringing inclusive, high-quality services to the community out of the Gardner Community Center. This RFP ensures a fair and transparent opportunity for nonprofit partners to meet those needs.
Notice of Request for Proposal Opportunity for Gardner Community Center
Why Apply?
- Rent-free access to a City-owned facility
- $1 million dollar grant designated to support programming (provided by the Google Community Benefit Fund)
- Expand your organization’s reach in a vibrant San José neighborhood
What Will You Bring?
We’re inviting proposals from nonprofit organizations that offer services such as:
- Children, youth, and family programs
- Older adult services health and wellness resources
- Other community-based initiatives tailored to the neighborhood’s needs
Who Should Apply?
- Local nonprofits and community-based organizations
- Groups focused on children, youth, families, older adults, and wellness
- Organizations offering recreation or social services
RFP Timeline
The application deadline has been extended to Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 4 p.m.
| KEY MILESTONE | DATE |
|---|---|
| RFP Release | May 30, 2025 |
| Site Visit | June 24, 2025, 1-3 p.m. |
| WebGrants System Upgrade |
June 19 - June 23, 2025 WebGrants system will be down during this time. |
| Pre-Proposal Workshop Recording | Friday, June 27, 2025, at 4 p.m. |
| Q&A Period | May 30 - July 11, 2025 |
| RFP Closes | August 5, 2025, at 4 p.m. |
| 10 Day Protest Period | Fall 2025 |
| Negotiations & Contract Award | Late Fall / Early Winter 2025 |
| Operating Start Date | Winter 2025 |
How to Apply
To register and access the application, please go to grants.sanjoseca.gov/index.jsp. Completed proposals can only be submitted online via WebGrants. Proposals must be submitted by 4 p.m. on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. The average time for a new WebGrants account registration to be complete is three (3) business days.
Contact us at PRNSprocurements@sanjoseca.gov if you have questions.