Grants Archive - Page 16 of 180 - Kenneth Rainin Foundation

Urban Releaf, founded by Kemba Shakur, focuses on job training for at-risk youth and improving Oakland’s urban forest, aiming to create opportunities and address environmental challenges. Through initiatives like “Plant a Tree Day” and partnerships with organizations and volunteers, Urban Releaf promotes community engagement and revitalization, recognizing the transformative impact of trees on both the […]

The Viking Future Foundation is a non-profit organization founded and operated by Edison High School alumni focused on providing support for Edison High in Stockton, CA. Rosie Cabanig Scholarship (formerly the Intellectual Acuity Award) is a scholarship recognizing students for quick and critical thinking and innovative solutions to improve their community.

The Viking Future Foundation is a non-profit organization founded and operated by Edison High School alumni focused on providing support for Edison High in Stockton, CA. Rosie Cabanig Scholarship (formerly the Intellectual Acuity Award) is a scholarship recognizing students for quick and critical thinking and innovative solutions to improve their community.

Village Connect (VC), a Black-led nonprofit since 2009, offers community-driven programs in the Bay Area, emphasizing mental health and wellness through culturally-congruent coaching and community building. By fostering self-awareness and advocating for systemic change, VC aims to transform individuals and families, leading to improved well-being, strengthened relationships, and increased access to opportunities.

Located in Northwest Berkeley, the Waterfront Playhouse & Conservatory is dedicated to teaching both amateur and professional actors cutting-edge acting techniques. Known for its focus on methodical approaches to acting and movement, the playhouse also hosts occasional productions, providing opportunities for both amateur and professional actors to showcase their skills.

The PeopleÕs Conservatory empowers young artists, particularly from Black and Brown marginalized communities, to create meaningful art that addresses social issues, fostering cultural awareness and positive change. Through a curriculum rooted in ethnic and cultural studies, students develop their artistic voices and become leaders in their communities.

The Tanzania School Foundation Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing educational opportunities for children in Tanzania. Through various programs and initiatives, the foundation works to improve access to quality education, infrastructure and resources in underserved communities, aiming to empower students and create brighter futures for them and their communities.