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Uniting Around Trust And Solidarity

by Communications | May 7, 2025

We’ve joined foundations across the nation who are uniting to uphold the fundamental rights and liberties we all deserve and need to thrive.

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Using Our Resources To Face The Challenges Ahead

by Shelley Trott | January 30, 2025

The threats made during the campaign are real and upon us and we must protect the most vulnerable among us.

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Reflections From Our New Executive Director

by Communications | December 4, 2024

Shelley Trott reflects on her journey, her aspirations for the Foundation and the influences that have shaped her leadership.

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A Message Of Support And Commitment To Our Mission

by Shelley Trott | November 7, 2024

At the Rainin Foundation, our vision remains steadfast, and in the face of division, we will lean into our mission more than ever.

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Rainin Foundation Announces Promotions And New Staff

by Communications | October 23, 2024

The Foundation announced the promotion of two valued colleagues, Miyesha Perry to Chief Program Officer and Karina Ryan to Executive Team Officer, and welcomed dani lopez as Program Assistant.

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An Update On Our Accessibility Journey

by Megan DeTrane | September 16, 2024

In the year since our website launched, we’ve continued to work with our partners to improve the accessibility of all our content.

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Announcing The Rainin Foundation’s First Executive Director

by Communications | August 12, 2024

The Kenneth Rainin Foundation has appointed Shelley Trott as its first Executive Director. This new position will implement the Foundation’s vision and oversee its effective and impactful grantmaking and operations.

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Serena’s Next Chapter: Graduate School

by Communications | June 10, 2024

Serena Solórzano, Program Assistant, will leave the Rainin Foundation in July to pursue graduate studies in social work.

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Saying Goodbye To Our Colleague

by Communications | June 10, 2024

After seven years of dedicated service to the Rainin Foundation, Ted Russell is departing to re-establish his consultant practice where he will continue to support artists.

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Alex Featherston-Gomez Promoted To Grants Management & Learning Officer

by Communications | June 3, 2024

The newly expanded Grants Management & Learning Team will lead the grantmaking practice and oversee the strategic and cultural development of the Foundation’s Learning and Evaluation framework.

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