THE OAKLAND PUBLIC EDUCATION FUND
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The Oakland Public Education Fund is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in California, with a total of $8 million in grants paid to 98 grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in applying for funding can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
SECURE AND MANAGE RESOURCES FOR OAKLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS SO ALL STUDENTS CAN LEARN, GROW, AND THRIVE.
Cause Areas
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Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE SAN FRANCISCO FOUNDATION
$2.5M
3%
OAKLAND PROMISE
$2.2M
3%
Lead Liberated
$1.4M
2%
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Total No. of Grants
22
Median 1st year grant
$29.9K
Median 2nd year grant
$36.6K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE OAKLAND PUBLIC EDUCATION FUND?
No. THE OAKLAND PUBLIC EDUCATION FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE OAKLAND PUBLIC EDUCATION FUND give?
THE OAKLAND PUBLIC EDUCATION FUND primarily gives to organizations located in California, Maryland, and Minnesota. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE OAKLAND PUBLIC EDUCATION FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE OAKLAND PUBLIC EDUCATION FUND fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $30 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE OAKLAND PUBLIC EDUCATION FUND make each year?
In 2024, THE OAKLAND PUBLIC EDUCATION FUND awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $8 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE OAKLAND PUBLIC EDUCATION FUND fund recently?
In 2024, THE OAKLAND PUBLIC EDUCATION FUND awarded grants to about 100 grantees. Recent grantees include THE SAN FRANCISCO FOUNDATION, OAKLAND PROMISE, and Lead Liberated. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE OAKLAND PUBLIC EDUCATION FUND?
THE OAKLAND PUBLIC EDUCATION FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.