Grants Archive - Kenneth Rainin Foundation

To support BLACspace Cooperative’s work advancing collective sustainability and cultural permanence for Oakland’s arts ecosystem through shared infrastructure, mutual aid and collective power building.

Continued support for BLACspace Cooperative’s work developing shared infrastructure, mutual aid networks and capacity-building resources that strengthen Oakland’s arts and cultural ecosystem.

Officially launching in 2026, the Accelerating Literacy Leadership (ALL) Grant supports Oakland schools in dramatically improving PreK–Second grade students’ reading outcomes by strengthening conditions for educators, students and families. This grant provides flexible funding for ALL school site projects including stipends, materials and substitute coverage, while also supporting expert consultation for schools and Oakland Unified […]