The Oakland Promise 2024 Annual Report showcases key milestones, student achievements, and community efforts driving progress toward helping 50,000 young people access upward economic mobility through educational opportunity.
OUR COMMUNITY OUR PROMISE ANNUAL REPORT 2024
TABLE OF CONTENTS OAKLAND PROMISE | ANNUAL REPORT
CEO Welcome Letter Mission, Vision, and Values Our Bold Vision Our Continuum Our School Partners Our Financial Overview
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Our Supporters Meet Our Board Join Our Promise With Appreciation
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Dear Oakland Promise Community, Reflecting on the past year, I am both grateful and energized by the progress we’ve made and the vision we’re bringing to life. This year was about more than milestones—it was about creating lasting, transformative change to shape Oakland’s future and ensure every young person has the resources to thrive in college or on their defined path to career success. Our commitment to Oakland’s youth is ambitious: by 2030, we aim to put 50,000 young people on a path to economic mobility, focusing on pivotal outcomes like college enrollment, college persistence, and graduation rates—critical drivers for long-term success. Looking ahead, the potential for continued growth and impact is extraordinary. By breaking down barriers and strengthening key partnerships, we are ensuring that every young person in Oakland has access to opportunities surrounded by a strong support system. Together, we can continue to drive equity and prosperity because we believe opportunity changes everything. Thank you for standing with us and for your dedication to Oakland’s future. We’re excited for the journey ahead and the lasting change we’ll achieve together.
OPPORTUNITY CHANGES EVERYTHING
SANDRA ERNST CEO, Oakland Promise
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At Oakland Promise, our mission centers on driving upward economic mobility and advancing equity for Oakland’s youth from cradle to career. By 2030, we aim to put 50,000 young people on a pathway to lasting economic opportunity , transforming the trajectory of families and communities for generations. We envision a future where every young person in Oakland has the resources and opportunities to achieve their educational and career aspirations. Committed to amplifying our community’s voices, potential, and dreams, Oakland Promise is paving the way for a stronger, more economically resilient Town. Our core unity principles— transparency, accountability, equity, community, joy, and integrity — are our commitment to building trust, excellence, and collaboration, ensuring inclusive, impactful programs that lay the foundation for the future Oakland deserves. MISSION, VISION, & VALUES
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OUR BOLD VISION
WE ARE ON A MISSION TO PUT 50,000 YOUNG PEOPLE ON THE PATH TO UPWARD ECONOMIC MOBILITY BY 2030.
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OUR CONTINUUM At Oakland Promise, our cradle-to-career continuum is a journey shared with Oakland’s young people and their families, starting from birth and evolving with them through every milestone until they reach their chosen careers. We understand that each stage brings new challenges, dreams, and needs, and our programs—Brilliant Baby, Kindergarten to College, College Access, and College Completion—are designed to grow and adapt alongside each young person in Oakland. We provide direct services and cultivate strong partnerships with community organizations to ensure no family or student walks this path alone. Our work is deeply rooted in the belief that all Oakland’s
As we look back on the past year, we want to highlight some of the key successes along the full continuum of our journey from cradle to career.
youth deserve a future brimming with opportunity, surrounded by a community that believes in their potential every step of the way.
KEY OUTCOMES
Promote postsecondary enrollment and persistence
Make college more affordable
Foster college-bound identity
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AGES: 5 and under
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Our Brilliant Baby program puts Oakland children under age 5 on a path towards college by establishing $500 college savings accounts for them and connecting caregivers to community resources to give each child the best possible start to their academic journey. In addition to the college savings accounts, Brilliant Baby provides financial literacy classes and financial coaching to their caregivers, as well as monthly workshops on topics such as child development, early literacy, and the importance of pre-kindergarten school attendance. Serving Oakland children born in Alameda County who meet income eligibility, Brilliant Baby offers programming in English, Cantonese, Mam, and Spanish to encourage families to start saving early and to view education as a realistic possibility for their kids.
In our organization many of our participants are low income and most people are living day to day. They don’t have access to more than what is available today and to be able to plan for tomorrow is not a possibility. Oakland Promise is offering the possibility of tomorrow.” KRISTA H. Mother, BElovedBIRTH Black Centering
692 Babies were enrolled in our Brilliant Baby program - a 56% increase from last year 84% of Brilliant Baby caregivers surveyed expect their children to attend college after one year in the program 70% of eligible Brilliant Baby caregivers opted in to financial literacy coaching through Oakland Promise and affiliated partners
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Estoy muy agradecido con Oakland Promise porque les han dado una cuenta de 500 dólares a mis dos hijos. Tengo dos cuentas para ellos, pero mi primer hijo de cuatro años ya esta creciendo su ahorro. Entonces estoy muy agradecido, muchas gracias por darles un futuro a los niños. También me ha servido mucho participar en las juntas que hacen cada mes. He sacado mucha información importante. Los coaches también nos han ayudado mucho para instruir a los niños y nos dan buenos consejos. Gracias.” MARIA V. Mother, Brilliant Baby Parent Volunteer
PROGRAM PARTNERS
rita zhang Marisela Sanchez Rebecca Contin Financial Capability Investment
Erika Wei Sadie Williams Unity Council UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital - Oakland Lotus Bloom
Brighter Beginnings NORC La Clínica Oakland Unified School District
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AGES: 6 - 11
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Oakland Promise’s Kindergarten to College (K2C) program inspires kindergarten through fifth grade students and their families to view education as a journey filled with possibilities. Through early college scholarships available to all Oakland public school students, career workshops, school celebrations that promote a college- bound identity, and college tours, K2C encourages students to see themselves as college-bound. To date, 44,000 kindergarteners have been awarded the $100 scholarship, planting seeds of hope and ambition for their futures, and can grow to $500 by the time they graduate from high school. In partnership with Oakland Unified School District and community-based organizations, K2C connects families to resources and guidance on college and career pathways to ensure they know their child has every opportunity to pursue college.
If I have a scholarship for college, it helps me get to college and I can do a sport or some- thing that helps me. One day, I want to go to UC Merced because my sister went there. Being a graduate would help give me oppor- tunities to look for a job.” ISABELLA B. Former K2C student
174 Fifth-grade students experienced a college trip to Stanford University or UC Berkeley 400+ Elementary students participated in college and career workshops $800K+ Was awarded to our kindergarten and fifth-grade students
PROGRAM PARTNERS
Kits Cubed MISSSEY Black Cultural Zone
East Oakland Youth Development Center BANANAS MOCHA
Roots Community Health Center Oakland Unified School District
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AGES: 12 - 18
Oakland Promise has played a pivotal role in my college journey. Not only has it provided me with the resources to pursue higher education, but it has also inspired me to encourage others to follow the same path. Through my involvement with Oakland Promise, I’ve had the opportunity to be part of some incredible experiences, including being featured on the news and having a full-page story about how the program has impacted my life.” “ ROYAL H. Oakland Tech graduate and current California State University, Northridge student
In Oakland Promise’s scholarship presentations, I learned that if I won the scholarship I’d actually receive more than just funds. I’d be a part of an extensive network which provides me with Mentor Support, 1 on 1 advising, and even access to different Oakland Promise related events/ workshops.” ALAN R. Envision Academy graduate (Peer Leader), and current UC Berkeley student
Our College Access program builds upon the foundational knowledge established during our K2C program to ensure that all Oakland 6-12th grade students see themselves as college material and are prepared to apply and matriculate into a postsecondary program. We do this through career exploration, college tours, one-on- one college application support, and an annual scholarship investment to a growing number of high school seniors— giving priority to those furthest from opportunity. These efforts help students build confidence in themselves and their futures. Workshops for caregivers provide tools to nurture these aspirations, and our annual Awards Ceremony celebrates our 12th graders’ achievements, highlighting the power of community support. More than financial support, our scholarships reflect our community’s belief in each student’s dreams. Together with Oakland Unified School District, our charter school partners and community-based organizations, we work to inspire young people to imagine and pursue success on their own terms. 1,170 12th grade seniors awarded scholarships, totaling $4.58 million—a 29% increase from last year 2,012 Middle school students engaged in college and career readiness programming 1,000 78 Community members attended our largest annual Awards Ceremony to honor the Class of 2024 Number of graduating seniors who received the highly competitive Great Expectations scholarship ranging from $8,000-$16,000
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PROGRAM PARTNERS
East Oakland Youth Development Center PeerForward East Bay Consortium OneGoal
Trybe uAspire MISSSEY Black Cultural Zone MOCHA
Roots Community Health Center Oakland Kids First Oakland Unified School District
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AGES: 18 - 24
Oakland Promise’s College Completion program supports Oakland students in transitioning to young adulthood after high school, navigating postsecondary programs, reaching graduation, pursuing fulfilling careers, and giving back to their community. The demographics of our postsecondary Scholars closely align with those of our 12th- grade scholarship recipients and reflect the diversity of our community, with 18.6% Black/African American, 25.7% Asian, 47.6% Latinx, 3.5% White, 2.7% Multiracial, 0.3% Native Hawaiian/ Pacific Islander, 0.2% Native American/ Alaska Native, and 1.4% other. Through scholarships, mentorship, and advising, the program provides essential resources and personalized guidance from an Oakland Promise Advisor or one of our partners - Beyond 12. Our CREWS program connects first-year students with experienced peers, establishing campus-specific networks that include financial aid, health services, and resource centers. After postsecondary graduation, our Alumni Program continues this support by encouraging scholars to continue to stay connected to Oakland Promise by participating in career development events and volunteer opportunities. College Completion also creates unique and impactful experiences, such as the recent Global Academics program, where Oakland Promise Scholars traveled to Jamaica this past year. This immersive journey offers Black women students opportunities for leadership development and cultural exploration, fostering self-discovery and deep insights into the Black diaspora.
of Oakland Promise Scholars from the class of 2017 completed postsecondary degree programs within six years of high school graduation compared to 42% nationally 1
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87% Persistence rate from first to second year of postsecondary education for Oakland Promise Scholars
1,981 Scholars supported with services ranging from 1:1 personalized advising to workshops, conferences, and mentorship opportunities $2.5M in scholarships dollars disbursed directly to enrolled postsecondary Scholars 12 Oakland Promise Scholars placed in exclusive summer internships at Credit Karma
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Oakland Promise has been such a game changer in my college journey. It was initially recommended to me by my guidance counselor at AIMS Charter High School, where I went to high school. Oakland Promise not only gave me financial assistance, but it has strongly encouraged my academic excellence. And it did so by easing a lot of financial worries and allowed me to fully focus on my education. But beyond that, they connected me with mentorship which has had such a big impact and helped me overcome any sort of imposter syndrome and navigate college life the way I want to.”
PROGRAM PARTNERS
Peralta Community College District Beyond 12
Youth Beat Oakland Unified School District
ANNIE C. AIMS Charter High School graduate and current UC Berkeley student
1 DeBaun, Bill. “NSC Report: Enrollment, Completion Largely Stable; Persistence Ticks up - National College Attainment Network.” National College Attainment Network, 20 Sept. 2024, www.ncan.org/news/682694/NSC-Report-Enrollment-Completion-Largely-Stable-Persistence-Ticks-Up.htm.
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Elementary Schools Achieve Academy ACORN Woodland Elementary Allendale Elementary ASCEND Aspire Berkley Maynard Academy Aspire College Academy Aspire Monarch Academy Aspire Triumph Technology Academy Bella Vista Elementary Bridges at Melrose
International Community School Joaquin Miller Elementary
RECOGNIZING OUR SCHOOL PARTNERS
KIPP Bridge Academy La Escuelita Elementary Laurel Elementary
Lazear Charter Academy Learning Without Limits Lighthouse Community Charter Public
Lincoln Elementary Lockwood STEAM
Academy Elementary Lodestar: A Lighthouse Community Charter Public
Academy Elementary Brookfield Elementary Burckhalter Elementary Carl B. Munck Elementary Cleveland Elementary Community School for Creative Education Cox Academy
Madison Park Academy Elementary Manzanita Community Elementary Manzanita SEED Elementary Markham Elementary Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary Melrose Leadership Academy Peralta Elementary Piedmont Avenue Elementary Prescott Elementary Reach Academy Elementary Redwood Heights Elementary Sankofa United Elementary Sequoia Elementary Think College Now Elementary Yu Ming Charter School Middle Schools AIMS College Prep Middle Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy Bret Harte Middle Claremont Middle Coliseum College Prep Academy East Bay Innovation Academy
We are inspired by our school partners’ commitment to creating new possibilities for Oakland’s students. Through your dedication and collaboration, you empower young people to unlock their potential and create big dreams for each of their futures. Together, we are shaping an educational community where every Oakland student has the opportunity to succeed.
Crocker Highlands Elementary East Oakland Pride Elementary Emerson Elementary EnCompass Academy Esperanza Elementary Fred T. Korematsu Discovery Academy Elementary Franklin Elementary Fruitvale Elementary Garfield Elementary Glenview Elementary Global Family School Grass Valley Elementary Greenleaf Highland Community School Hoover Elementary Horace Mann Elementary Oakland Academy of Knowledge Elementary
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Edna Brewer Middle Elmhurst United Middle Envision Academy of Arts & Technology Frick United Academy of Language Greenleaf Lighthouse Community Charter Public Lodestar: A Lighthouse Community Charter Public Madison Park Academy Melrose Leadership Academy Montera Middle Oakland School for the Arts Roosevelt Middle United for Success Academy Middle West Oakland Middle Urban Promise Academy Middle High Schools AIMS College Prep High Alternatives in Action ARISE High Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy Aspire Lionel Wilson College Preparatory Academy Bay Area Technology Castlemont High School Coliseum College Prep Academy Dewey Academy High East Bay Innovation Academy Envision Academy of Arts & Technology Fremont High School Gateway to College High
Community Charter Public LPS Oakland R & D Campus
Madison Park Academy McClymonds High School MetWest High School Oakland Charter Academy Oakland High School Oakland International High School Oakland Military Institute, College Preparatory Academy Oakland School for the Arts Oakland Technical High School Oakland Unity High School Ralph J. Bunche Academy Rudsdale Continuation High School Skyline High School Independent Study, Sojourner Truth Street Academy Alternative High
at Laney College Latitude 37.8 High LIFE Academy Lighthouse Community Charter High School Lodestar: A Lighthouse
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FY24 FINANCIAL REPORT OUR FINANCIAL OVERVIEW Oakland Promise is dedicated to transparency and reinvesting in our community by building partnerships with local businesses and organizations to amplify our impact. By prioritizing program support and strategic partnerships, we ensure that resources go directly toward uplifting Oakland’s youth and families.
EXPENSE BREAKDOWN ($16.41M)
INVESTMENT FEES
$427,399
ORGANIZATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS
PROGRAMMATIC & ADMIN PERSONNEL COSTS
$3,071,233
$6,230,532
19%
38%
SCHOLARSHIP & DIRECT TO FAMILY PAYMENTS
22%
$3,605,916
OTHER NON DIRECT EXPENSES OCCUPANCY, MISCELLANEOUS
5%
REVENUE BREAKDOWN ($18.09M)
7% 6%
GOVERNMENT GRANTS STATE, LOCAL & FEDERAL
PROGRAM, OPERATIONAL AND OUTREACH EXPENSES
$822,962
INDIVIDUAL CONTRIBUTIONS
EVALUATION & CONSULTANTS
$10,775,552
$1,158,722
$3,960,337
$1,098,081
22%
OTHER REVENUE SPECIAL EVENTS, CORPORATE SUPPORT
GROWTH OF ORGANIZATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS Through our annual RFP process, our investment in small and local businesses continues to grow to build our collective impact.
$3,553,643
$280,921
14%
60%
FOUNDATION CONTRIBUTIONS
$3,071,233
$2,518,240
INVESTMENT/INTEREST
$2,108,645
$543,748
PROGRAM VS. ADMINISTRATIVE COSTS ($16.41M)
PROGRAMMATIC $12,669,315
77%
$411,627
ADMINISTRATIVE $3,745,530
23%
FY22
FY23
FY24
FY25 (Projected)
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To our Oakland Promise Community, we are truly grateful for the incredible support you provide to our mission and the young people of Oakland. Your commitment and generosity make a real difference in their lives, helping to create opportunities and empowering them to reach their full potential. To our corporate partners and sponsors, your visionary support illuminates new paths, allowing us to extend our reach to more deserving young people. And to our individual donors, thank you for your profound belief in what’s possible; your contributions are the foundation of hope and opportunity that will resonate for generations to come. Together, you are not just supporters—you are the champions and catalysts driving meaningful change in our community. ACKNOWLEDGING OUR SUPPORTERS
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THANK YOU
VOLUNTEERS & MENTORS We are deeply grateful to our amazing volunteers and mentors for dedicating your invaluable time and energy to Oakland Promise. Thank you for your passion, compassion, and belief in the potential of our youth; your efforts make a profound difference in their lives and the community as a whole.
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COMMUNITY PARTNERS THANK YOU
We sincerely thank our community partners for their invaluable support in building a better Oakland for all. Your dedication and collaboration are essential to our mission, helping us create opportunities, foster connections, and drive positive change in our neighborhoods. Together, we are laying the foundation for a thriving community where every Oaklander can enjoy access to opportunity. We deeply appreciate your commitment to this vital work and look forward to continuing our journey together.
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CORPORATE PARTNERS THANK YOU
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our corporate partners for their commitment to Oakland youth and families. Your contributions are helping to ensure that every young person in our community has the opportunity to create their future on their own terms, with access to education, resources, and mentorship. Together, we are breaking down barriers, opening doors to opportunity, and empowering the next generation to build a brighter future for themselves and for Oakland. Thank you for being a vital part of this journey.
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Every dollar you contribute makes a meaningful difference, allowing us to provide essential resources, scholarships, and programs that foster growth, resilience, and hope. We recognize that your generosity reflects a shared commitment to the well-being of our youth, and we are truly thankful for your belief in our mission. Together, we are forging pathways to success for Oakland’s young people, and we are honored to have you alongside us in this important journey. Thank you for your unwavering support and for helping us make a lasting impact in our community.
Your support is invaluable to our efforts in creating opportunities for young people in our community, empowering them to pursue their educational goals and shape their own futures. OUR FY24 DONORS THANK YOU
$1,000,000 + Arthur Rock and Toni Rembe* City of Oakland* Department of Education* Kaiser Permanente Walter and Elise Haas Fund* $500K - $999K Mark and Susan Stutzman The Koshland Foundation*
Carl Washington Kingmakers of Oakland Oakland Rotary* Quest Foundation
We would especially like to thank the City of Oakland and the Oakland Children’s Initiative , which have invested deeply in our work and enabled us to serve more students and families throughout our community.
$10K - $49K Anonymous Donor Ama Torrance Amazon
Their commitment proves that the people of Oakland support the next generation of our young people, and we are proud to help make that commitment a reality.
Alex Graf Memorial Scholarship Fund at the East Bay Community Foundation Barb and Andrew Fremder Barry Bonds Family Foundation Bruce McCarthy and Jim Macksood Cornell C Maier 1979 Trust Credit Karma Evan Seevak and Sarah Pearson Florence Baldwin Scholarship at the East Bay Community Foundation * Gina Rafanelli and Jason Flynn Kenia and Juan Philanthropic Fund Libitzky Family Foundation Lin and Adam Cheyer John Nelson and Hortensia Chang Joseph and Lisa Downes Journey to Achieve Foundation* Oakland Athletics Investment Group LLC Oakland Public Education Fund
$100K - $499K Anonymous Donor
Chime Scholars Foundation* Ken Lin and Serrie Singhasiri
CalKIDS - California Kids Investment and Development Savings Program* Irene S. Scully Foundation Karen Platt Pacific Gas and Electric Company
Payette River Foundation* The Golden State Warriors Community Foundation Susie and Eric Poncelet The Hellman Foundation
Every effort has been made to include all supporters of Oakland Promise between July 1, 2023 and June 30, 2024. If you notice an omission or error, please contact development@oaklandpromise.org.
$50K - $99K Brickyard J Fund
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Paul and Andrea Swenson PolicyLink
Carlos Vera Craig Shields Colleen A Montag Daniel Kahn Dan Saper Dana R. Goodman and John Burns David and Joni Cropper David and Brynne Staley Deborah and Stephen Shefler Derin Alemli Diana R Goodman and John Burns Doug and Mary Ireland Douglas and Nancy Abbey Douglas Love
Margaret Rust Mary Kathryn Lynch
Amy Kivel Anahid Katchian Andrew and Tina Coleman Annie Kerstring Aracely Contreras Arthur Abelson Ashley Geo Alex Youngquist Barbara Morrissette and Philip Rich Barrie Ornstil Ben Mand Beth Steinberg Bertina Yen Beverly Blatt Bonnie Jonsson Bonnie Volk and Jonathan Blatteis
Regina and Melodie Myers Robert and Jordan Stark Sylvia Smith and Stanley Kowalski
Melinda Vahedi Meng Williams Michael Jameson and Hillary Hayden Michael Loeb Michelle Stevens Nancy Erb and Dick Kolbert Patricia Dinner Oakland 68S Olson Remcho LLP Richard and Sandra Gilbert Richard Kolbert S.H. Cowell Foundation Sandra Gilbert Shelby Solomon Silverado Contractors Inc. Steve and Alison Burke Stephen and Susan Chamberlain
University of California, Office of the President* Vistra Corp.
$5,000 - $9,999 Alan Harper and Carol Baird Bret Dickey Frederick and Anne Barstow Jane Sherman and Paul Smith James and Claudia Harrison Jeffrey Goodby and Jan Deming Kevin McNeely Kim Thompson and John Bliss Mary Strauss Ron and Mary Nahas
Eric Perko Gail Coney Geoff Bass
Bridget Brennan Brenda Goldstein Bruce Keilin Bryan Kassing Cayman Simpson Catherine Barale Carol Copperud
Greg and Sally Hartman Guy and Tracy Jaquier H Brian Hoppe James and Bettie Felton Jason Fish and Courtney Benoist John Chalik John Claisse Karen Carlson Kathryn GIlje Kenneth Greenberg and Clara Gerdes
Steven Mathews Susan Kuchinskas Tarang and Hirni Amin Terry Kramer The Indigo Oak Fund The Swig Company Trish Chapman
Samuel Test Susan Moss Tom and Virginia Steuber
Carol S. Dunkle Carolyn B Long Charles Marlowe Chen Feng Ng Cheri and Jack Rhodes Chris Ertel and Johanna Buurman Chuck Marlowe Claudius Reich Craig Sundstrom Costco Wholesale Daniel Connors David Berne David Capell and Sarah Hampson Deirdre Dolan Donald Falk
$1,000 - $4,999 Anonymous Donor Alice and Frederick Butler Alpha Gamma Boule Foundation Amanda Feinstein and Paul Leonard Ann Branston Barbara Tomash and Edward Bussa Ben and Mary Feinberg Benjamin and Sarah Holzemer Betsy Buchalter Adler and Barry Adler Beverly Ark Bonnie and Lee Jameson Brian Jackson Carl Shapiro
T.R. Levin and Rona Bar-Din Wanda and Karl Cole-Frieman William Higbee Will Miller YPO San Francisco Gold Foundation Zachary and Rebecca Blume
Kessler Family Foundation Kevin and Carolyn Knudtson Kramer-Palangio Fund Kristen Hull Lauren Kerr Leslie Zimmerman Libby Schaaf Lisa Seitz Mara Melandry Marcia and David Farrar Marcus Moore
$999 and below Anonymous Donor Alejandra Lopez Aiko and John Lee Alfred Auletta
*Multi-year gifts
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Malik Sharif Maria Pirner Martin and Ronna Benjamin Martin Kahn Matthew Kade
Samia Rashed Sandra Westall Sandy and Vivian Golden
Donald Rubenstein Donna Williams Drew and Margaret Robarts Eden Ballard Eli Altman Eliane K Geffen Elaine Leitner Elinore and Carl Kinczel Elizabeth Garcia Elizabeth Gray Elizabeth Ann Merck Emma Nothmann Eric Price Erik Harris Felicia Vargas Frances Dinkelspiel and Gary Wayne
Joel Mackey and Mary Biasotti John and Barbara Nagle John Blaustein Jon and Jenny Ettinger Jonathan Allen Jonathan Fearn Jonathan Jacobs John and Abigail McWeeny John Toupin Jordan Marcus Joseph Imwalle Judy and Gerald Merrill Karla Spormann Karen Baskind Karen Bovarnick Karen E. Greaves Karen Sternstein Kathleen Spohr Kathy Klein Kenny Dalsheimer and Marybeth Dugan Kevin Clark Khan-Gallant Family Fund Kimberly Krummel Kimberly Lum Kinuko Oiye Kristina Kozen Kristine Vanderhoof Laura Darling Lenore and Herbert Griffin Les and Linda Hausrath Leslie Radin
Sandy Goldberg Samantha Fine Sarah Royce Sarajane Winkelman Stephanie Hom Sean Alexis
Massimo Herninger Melanie Brinkman
Mhisani Miller Milind Gadre Michael and Alice Ranahan Michael Aronson and Jody London Michael Deverell Miriam Kuppermann Miriam Mangini Muriel and Howard Smalheiser Nancy Friedman Nathan Louie Nicole Offerdahl Nick Griffin Patricia Denn Patricia Kernighan and Paul Gordon Patricia Wood Paul F and Denise Kubicek Paul Saxton Paula Manildi Pilar Strutin Belinoff Prudence Ashley Proposition Chicken R Michael Barnett
Sean Apedaile Selma Alderson Shannon Fierro Stan Hebert
Stanley Weisner Stephany Garcia Stephen Harrison Steven Mitchell Stewart Florsheim and Judith Rosloff Susan Lauer and William Waters Susan Oehser Susanna Gordon and Eli Rotenberg Tammy Brown Thekla Rura-Polley Thomas Daniels Thomas Gold Tia Miyamoto and Bryce Goeking Tienne Lee Timothy Revak Verena Rau Wendy McHugh Wendy Struhl Wren Dieter Weisman Dr. and Mrs. J. William Smith William Mitchel and Amy Worth
Franklin Silver Gail Hillebrand George Seay Givinga Foundation
Gregory Linden and Pam Dernham Gwendolyn E Rino and Jess Beebe Beebe Heather Erickson Henrik Fryst Mark Berkman Jacqueline Martinez Jan Faraguna Jane Emily Porter Hunter Janet Falk Janet Hankammer Janet Hashimoto Janine Brown Jaye Erickson and Gregory Hoff
Raisa Gaines Redge Martin Richard Price Robert Lee Robert Laurentz Robert Roat Rob Vawter Rose Adams Kelly Ruth Bernstein
Leroy Morishita Linda McClain
Jennifer Elwell Jessica Briggs Joanne Alys Briggs Joanne Lauer
Lisa Glickman Llyana Landes Lynn Greenberg and Michael Rothschild
In-Kind Donors Faction Brewing Oakland Athletics
*Multi-year gifts
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DR. MICHAEL MCAFEE* Board President | PolicyLink, CEO, Board President SUSAN STUTZMAN* Board Vice President | Former EBCF Board President ANNE CAMPBELL WASHINGTON Senior Assistant Dean at UC Berkeley Goldman School of Public Policy BARB FREMDER East Bay College Fund, Founder CARL WASHINGTON Strategic Partnerships Executive & Business Development Leader COLIN LACON Kaiser Permanente East Bay, Director of Public Affairs JAMES HARRISON* Board Secretary | Olson Remcho, LLP, Partner JOEL MACKEY Bay Area Community Resources, Associate Professional Clinical Counselor and Attorney at Law in Private Practice KIM THOMPSON* PwC Principal, CEO Action for Racial Equity KYLA JOHNSON TRAMMELL Oakland Unified School District, Superintendent MARIA PIRNER Oakland Unified School District, Teacher, Elementary ROBERT STARK* SpencerStuart, Partner SETH HAMALIAN* Board Treasurer | Mission Bay Development Group, Managing Principal STEPHANIE ISAACSON Senior Director of Community Relations/Executive Director, The PG&E Corporation Foundation SUSIE PONCELET Former East Bay College Fund Board Secretary
MEET OUR BOARD
* Executive Board Members
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JOIN OUR PROMISE
Help us shape a brighter, more hopeful future for Oakland’s youth! Together, we can put 50,000 young people on the path of opportunity and upward economic mobility by 2030. Whether you choose to donate, mentor, volunteer, or advocate for Oakland Promise, your support transforms lives and uplifts the entire community. Stand with us as we break down barriers, create opportunities, and inspire every young person in Oakland to reach their full potential. Join our mission of equity and possibility, from cradle to career, and be part of the change. Learn more and get involved at oaklandpromise.org/get-involved because it truly takes a village to power this movement and together, we can make real and lasting change for the next generation of Oaklanders.
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WITH APPRECIATION
Dear Oakland Promise Community,
This report highlights our incredible work together and reaffirms our shared commitment to Oakland’s students and families. Every milestone achieved is a testament to your dedication and belief that Oakland’s young people can thrive with the support of caring adults, intentional programs, and a collective vision by the community. Thank you for standing with us. Together, we are creating lasting change for our community’s children—one rooted in opportunity, equity, and resilience.
With deep appreciation,
SANDRA ERNST CEO, Oakland Promise
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THANK YOU,
OAKLAND!
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