Interdependence, creativity and equity are at the heart of what we do. We embed principles of equity in every aspect of our work. Our core program grants support Bay Area artists to thrive, Oakland children to read and succeed, and innovative research to improve the lives of people with Inflammatory Bowel Disease.
Funding Areas
The Foundation’s three giving areas are Arts, Education and Health. Explore our funding strategies and initiatives.
Arts
Our Arts Program supports diverse, visionary Bay Area artists working in dance, film, theater and public space.
Education
Our Education Program supports early childhood education to ensure that Oakland children have the literacy skills to communicate, learn and thrive by third grade.
Health
Our Health Program provides early support for innovative research ideas that can lead to improvements in preventing, diagnosing and treating Inflammatory Bowel Disease.
What We’re Learning
The Kenneth Rainin Foundation reports on our progress and shares what we are learning so others can build on that knowledge and amplify its impact.
Foundation News & Stories
06/24/2026 | Blog
July marks America’s 250th anniversary. In the current climate, it feels like a complicated milestone, one that invites both pride in our country’s achievements and outrage over the recent attacks on our constitution and democracy. I’ve been thinking and writing about the country’s failure to live up to its promise, lamenting the ways it has […]
06/03/2026 | Blog Foundation News
The Kenneth Rainin Foundation is pleased to announce the promotions of Megan De Trane and Tavin Jensen to newly created roles.
04/16/2026 | Blog Foundation News
Jazmyne is leaving the Kenneth Rainin Foundation effective April 30 to attend graduate school and become a special education teacher.
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