The Kenneth Rainin Foundation shares news, what we’re learning and stories written in collaboration with our grantees and partners. Read our blogs to learn about the work of the Foundation and the incredible artists, educators and researchers we support.
07/18/2023 | Education
Listening and learning is at the heart of High Expectations’ approach and ongoing success in helping families and school staff partner to support holistic achievement for students.
06/28/2023 | Equity + Opportunity Foundation News
We are excited to welcome you to the Kenneth Rainin Foundation’s new website with improved accessibility and a better user experience.
06/08/2023 | Equity + Opportunity Foundation News
Learn about the process and outcomes of our cross-departmental deep dive into our stakeholder compensation data to better align our practices with our values.
05/08/2023 | Foundation News
Megan joined the Foundation in 2018 and has played an integral role in advancing equity through our communications.
04/26/2023 | Arts
Meet the 2023 Rainin Fellows—Mohammad Gorjestani (Film), Joanna Haigood (Dance), Related Tactics (Public Space) and Sean San José (Theater).
04/18/2023 | Equity + Opportunity Foundation News
Learn how the Diversity and Inclusion Strategies in Communications Group, which includes representatives from each program area and grants management, works and what we’ve accomplished since forming in 2021.
04/17/2023 | Foundation News
William Rogers joined our Board in 2017. He speaks about the value of “second chances,” which stems from his life story and now shapes his leadership philosophy.
04/13/2023 | Arts
Community Arts Stabilization Trust (CAST) has proven its success in securing safe, affordable spaces for artists to thrive in the Bay Area.
03/21/2023 | Foundation News
Kenneth Rainin Foundation CEO, Jen Rainin, was profiled in the latest issue of “Lifestyles Magazine.”
03/21/2023 | Arts
The Kenneth Rainin Foundation is excited to partner with the Oakland Museum of California to present the Exploring Public Art Practices symposium.
03/15/2023 | Education
FULCRUM and Ignite! Reading are showing the power of what’s possible when Oakland children get equitable access to evidence-based learning and supports.
03/15/2023 | Health
As a preeminent clinician-scientist studying the molecular mechanisms underlying inflammation and cancer, Dr. Averil Ma’s expertise has guided our focus on IBD research.
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