Oakland Fund for Public Innovation
Oakland Fund for Public Innovation
Oakland, CA, US
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
87-2236607
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Fund Raising & Fund Distribution
Regional Funder
Oakland Fund for Public Innovation
Oakland, CA, US
•
501(c)(3)
•
EIN
87-2236607
•
•
Fund Raising & Fund Distribution
Regional Funder
AI Summary
The Oakland Fund for Public Innovation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives in Oakland. With a total of $1.9 million in grants paid to nine grantees in 2024, the fund operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the fund can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
The Oakland Fund reaches across the city, engaging private partners to innovate, test and scale ideas that enhance Oakland. The Fund strives to improve the prosperity, safety and quality of life for all Oaklanders with projects that: build a more trustworthy and responsive government; allow Oaklanders to stay rooted and thrive in our city and create a more vibrant and connected Oakland for all who live, work and play here.
Cause Areas
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Community and economic development
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Bay Area Community Services Inc
Oakland, CA
$1.7M
55%
REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA
OAKLAND, CA
$63K
2%
ROCA INC
CHELSEA, MA
$51.5K
2%
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Total No. of Grants
7
Median 1st year grant
$15K
Median 2nd year grant
$1.2M
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Oakland Fund for Public Innovation?
No. Oakland Fund for Public Innovation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Oakland Fund for Public Innovation give?
Oakland Fund for Public Innovation primarily gives to organizations located in California and Massachusetts. 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 Oakland Fund for Public Innovation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Oakland Fund for Public Innovation fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Oakland Fund for Public Innovation make each year?
In 2024, Oakland Fund for Public Innovation awarded about 7 grants, totaling nearly $1.9 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Oakland Fund for Public Innovation fund recently?
In 2024, Oakland Fund for Public Innovation awarded grants to about 9 grantees. Recent grantees include Bay Area Community Services Inc, REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, and ROCA INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Oakland Fund for Public Innovation?
Oakland Fund for Public Innovation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.