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.
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.
02/28/2023 | Health
The Kenneth Rainin Foundation is pleased to announce that Scott Snapper, MD, PhD, is the new Co-Chair of our Scientific Advisory Board, joining fellow Co-Chair Bana Jabri, MD, PhD.
02/15/2023 | Health
We are thrilled to welcome scientists and other colleagues back in person to the Foundation’s annual Innovations Symposium on July 17-18 in San Francisco.
02/14/2023 | Arts Equity + Opportunity
A recap from the “Let’s Talk” series pilot, what we learned and upcoming session dates for 2023.
02/10/2023 | Arts
Congratulations to CounterPulse on achieving a major milestone—finalizing the $7 million acquisition of its San Francisco venue at 80 Turk Street.
02/01/2023 | Education
All awards aligned with the Education Program’s goals to identify and mitigate system gaps, foster alignment and collaboration in the field, and amplify equitable literacy solutions for students.
01/31/2023 | Foundation News
The Kenneth Rainin Foundation is thrilled to welcome Tavin Jensen as our new Investment Analyst.
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