Berkeley Public Schools Fund
AI Summary
The Berkeley Public Schools Fund is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on supporting educational initiatives in Berkeley, California. With a total of $142.5K in grants paid to 13 grantees in 2024, the Fund operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the Fund can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
To improve the education of students in all Berkeley's Pre K-12TH grade public schools through direct grants and community partnerships.
Cause Areas
2
Education
Elementary and secondary education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Community Resources for Science
Berkeley, CA
$232.8K
4%
BERKELEY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Berkeley, CA
$150.4K
2%
COMMUNITY ALLIANCE FOR LEARNING DBA WRITERCOACH CONNECTION
Oakland, CA
$98.5K
2%
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Total No. of Grants
4
Median 1st year grant
$16K
Median 2nd year grant
$17.4K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Berkeley Public Schools Fund?
No. Berkeley Public Schools Fund does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Berkeley Public Schools Fund give?
Berkeley Public Schools Fund primarily gives to organizations located in California. 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 Berkeley Public Schools Fund’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Berkeley Public Schools Fund fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $16 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Berkeley Public Schools Fund make each year?
In 2024, Berkeley Public Schools Fund awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $143 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Berkeley Public Schools Fund fund recently?
In 2024, Berkeley Public Schools Fund awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include Community Resources for Science, BERKELEY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, and COMMUNITY ALLIANCE FOR LEARNING DBA WRITERCOACH CONNECTION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Berkeley Public Schools Fund?
Berkeley Public Schools Fund does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.