This contract is for professional services to support the distribution of stipends to family members who participate in the Family Engagement Workgroup and other related activities. The vendor, Charitable Ventures of Orange County, will provide services such as monitoring and maintaining records of payments, purchasing and distributing digital gift cards, and ensuring that families are informed about potential tax implications. The contract has a term of one year, from August 2, 2023 to June 30, 2024, and a maximum obligation of $100,000. Key aspects of the contract include:
• The vendor's expertise in distributing stipends and monitoring payments to families
• The importance of family voice and engagement in the commission's work
• The need for transparency and accountability in the distribution of stipends
• The potential for tax implications and the need for the vendor to inform families about these implications