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Community Services
SUBJECT:
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Co-Sponsorship Application Cycle (2) FY 2025/2026
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RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
Review and approve seven (7) Co-Sponsorships recommended for the remainder of the 2025/2026 fiscal year (January 2026 through June 2026) totaling an amount of $22,565.00 as recommended by Parks, Community, and Human Services Commission.
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COUNCIL GOALS:
• Operate in a businesslike manner by creating a memorable customer experience with every interaction.
• Increase citizen involvement by seeking community input.
• Increase citizen involvement by promoting healthy lifestyle opportunities to residents of all ages.
DISCUSSION:
The current Co-Sponsorship procedure, as approved by the Parks, Community and Human Services Commission and City Council, requires organizations to submit all Co-Sponsorship requests for activities taking place during the next fiscal year be submitted between February 1-February 28 (cycle one) or between September 1-September 30 (cycle two).
Organizations considered for Co-Sponsorship must meet all Co-Sponsorship criteria (Attachment A - Co-Sponsorship Policy), which include the following items:
• Proof of non-profit status (501c3) or proof that the event is not for profit.
• Organizations must be based in the incorporated boundaries of the City of Fontana.
• Event must benefit and be open, free of charge, to Fontana residents.
• Organization must adhere to the Co-Sponsorship tier rating.
A brief description of individual applications is provided (Attachment B - Co-Sponsorship Application Descriptions).
Seven (7) eligible applications were received during the September 2025 requested period, five (5) requesting assistance with community events and two (2) facility use requests. (Attachment C - organizations applying for Co-Sponsorship and Attachment D - Co-Sponsorship in-kind cost breakdown).
Tier Levels:
Tier One:
The organization provides a minimum of eight percent (80%) of program resources and funding.
Tier Two:
The organization provides a minimum of seventy percent (70%) of program resources and funding.
Tier Three:
The organization provides a minimum of fifty percent (50%) of program resources and funding.
Although all organizations requesting funding must provide a minimum of fifty percent (50%) of program funding, tier funding levels are not applicable to organizations requesting the use of facilities during regular center hours.
Funding for Co-Sponsorships in the amount of $37,500.00 is approved by the City Council in the 2025/2026 fiscal year budget. Requested funding during the February application period totaled $47,379.00, which left a negative balance of funding in the amount of
-$9,879.00 for the remainder of FY 2025/2026 operating budget.
All applications were discussed and reviewed at the regular Parks, Community, and Human Services Commission meeting on October 24, 2025. The Commission individually reviewed the seven (7) applications and approved the recommendation for Co-Sponsorship requests be forwarded for City Council to review and consider.
After review of the applications, the Commission had consensus to recommend seven (7) applications for full funding of in-kind services.
Approved Applications
Below are the recommended applications that were approved:
|
Group |
Event |
In-Kind Request |
Commission Recommended Funding |
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Ephesians New Testament Church |
MLK Celebration |
$1,245.00 |
$1,245.00 |
|
Concerned Citizens for N. Fontana |
Black History Parade and Expo |
$6,389.00 |
$6,389.00 |
|
Uplifting Arts Academy |
Voices Rising Neighborhood Series |
$1,643.00 |
$1,643.00 |
|
Fontana Aquatics Club |
Spring Splash Swim Meet |
$8,948.00 |
$8,948.00 |
|
Living Way Church |
The Mission 2026: Annual Car & Motorcycle Show |
$4,340.00 |
$4,340.00 |
|
Girl Scouts of San Gorgonio |
Girl Scout Troops 203 |
$0 |
$0 |
|
Girl Scouts of San Gorgonio |
Girl Scout Troops 884 |
$0 |
$0 |
Notes From Commission:
• Black History Parade - Concerned with declining attendance and participation.
• MLK Celebration - Approval pending full payment of outstanding scholarship payments.
FISCAL IMPACT:
City Council approved funding for Co-Sponsorships in the amount of $37,500 for the FY 2025/2026 operating budget. Requested funding during the February application period totaled $47,379.00, resulting in a deficit of -$9,879.00. Requested funding during the September filing period totaled $22,565, resulting in a deficit of -$32,444.00.
The Co-Sponsorship budget does not represent actual monetary funds; instead, it measures the value of the in-kind services requested by the organizations, such as equipment, street closures, staffing, and facility rental. The budget deficit does not impact other programs, services, or resources.
MOTION:
Approve Parks, Community, and Human Services Commission recommendation.