Foundation Welcomes Investment Analyst
The Kenneth Rainin Foundation is thrilled to welcome Tavin Jensen as our new Investment Analyst.
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A Farewell And Thank You To Adriana Griñó
Over eight years of service, Adriana has developed meaningful connections with grantees, peer funders, partners and staff, and has strengthened the Foundation’s contributions and impact in the field.
A Conversation With Board Member Rivkah Beth Medow
Rivkah Beth Medow joined our Board of in 2011. She is an Emmy award-winning filmmaker who’s known for working collaboratively on character-driven films that deepen connections and build community.
Dana Cilono Appointed Director Of Education Strategy & Ventures
Dana’s commitment to the Foundation’s mission and vision, our grantees and partners, and Oakland’s youngest learners is unwavering.
2022 SFFILM Rainin Filmmaker With Disabilities Grantee Announced
The SFFILM Rainin Filmmaker with Disabilities Grant, introduced in 2020, supports Bay Area-based filmmakers whose films specifically address stories from the disability community.
The Literacy Crisis Is Real. We Have The Tools To Help Now.
This opinion piece by Dana Cilono, which appeared in “CalMatters,” makes the case for doubling down on proven strategies like structured literacy.
Rainin Foundation Promotes Two Staff Members
The Kenneth Rainin Foundation is pleased to announce the promotion of Alexandria (Alex) Featherston-Gomez to Grants Officer and Victoria Pozzato to Investment Operations Analyst.
Changing Literacy Outcomes One Neighborhood At A Time
One neighborhood at a time, Dr. Bri Moore is moving toward 3Ls’ vision of Black and Brown children flourishing, free from the interrelated trappings of systemic illiteracy and poverty.
Showcasing IBD Discoveries At Our 2022 Symposium
We welcomed students, academic and industry researchers, clinicians, funders and editors of science and health journals to our 2022 virtual Innovations Symposium.
2022 Filmmaking Grants Announced
SFFILM, in partnership with the Kenneth Rainin Foundation, announced the 18 feature projects that will receive SFFILM Rainin Grants totaling $450,000
