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From A to Z,
Help Us Fuel Futures

Every student deserves access to the same enriching, inspiring, and transformative
school experiences

Since 2017, the A to Z Fund has helped ensure that all Oakland students can experience meaningful classroom
enrichment opportunities.

This mini-grant program funds educator-led projects in consistently underfunded areas that have immense value for students - including STEM, Arts, Literacy, Special Education, and educator Professional Development that helps teachers develop new skills to best serve their students. 

By committing to a monthly gift to the A to Z Fund, you’re joining over 500 donors in helping sustain unique learning opportunities in classrooms across Oakland. Your support will help us reach our goal of raising $100,000 for A to Z Fund mini-grants.

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Oakland Public Education Fund is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization, and your donation is tax deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law. Please keep your receipt as your official record. We'll email it to you upon successful completion of your donation.

See the Impact of Your Gift

Your donation helps bring projects like these to life at schools across Oakland

Help Oakland's Youngest Artists Thrive Creatively

Your gift of $50 could support performing arts projects like Costumes for Dance, which facilitated unique performance opportunities for middle school students at school events, local college showcases, and community festivals across the Bay Area.
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Support Learning That Goes Beyond the Classroom

Your gift of $100 could help fund overnight sustainability trips like Slide Ranch, where 5th graders explore and connect lessons on ecosystems and environmental justice to the real world.
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Build Real-World Skills and Student Confidence

Your gift of $250 could invest in hands-on programs like the Bike Hub, where students learn to repair bikes, build self-reliance, and support a collaborative learning environment.
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Invest in Educator Professional Development

Your gift of $500 will help teachers access professional development opportunities that help them meet their students' needs - such as the 2024 Arab Health Summit, where educators gained knowledge to help address the health and wellness challenges faced by Arab youth.
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"The grant allowed me to build an incredible recording studio for both the rock and roll club and the School of Rap club at Montera Middle School.

The joy and excitement is palpable, and students tell me how much they look forward to utilizing the studio for their projects. Thank you, A to Z! I can't wait to share the music we create."

-Elijah Behar, Montera Middle School: “Rock and Roll Club"


"I cannot say just how amazingly life-changing this experience was for the students. They were so happy to experience indoor skydiving as a means to connect with science, but also as a way to develop their courage and resilience during experiences."

-Jose Arriaga, Community United Elementary School: "Skydive into 6th Grade!"

“The A to Z Mini Grant did wonders for our school! We were able to set up new systems for literacy that helped identify where students may need help in literacy, embracing the idea that learning requires consistency to really see any change…The hope for our school is to continue working towards the goal of literacy proficiency with excellence! Thank you for this opportunity to achieve as we believe we can!

- Victoria Gambrell, Sankofa United Elementary: “R.E.A.D Read WE CAN READ"

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