THE EDGE
Oakland Fund’s
Monthly Newsletter
The Edge is the Oakland Fund’s monthly newsletter and thought platform. Each issue offers a digest of key initiatives, partnerships, events, and stories advancing the Fund’s mission and shaping Oakland’s future. More than updates, The Edge highlights bold ideas and fresh perspectives that move our city forward.
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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month & Welcome, Liz!
September 2026
This Hispanic Heritage Month, CEO Kyra Mungia reflects on her family’s story, her connection to her Latina identity, and a belief that guides our work: opportunity shouldn’t depend on luck. We also spotlight Cinthia Diaz and the East Bay Broadband Consortium, our newest fiscally sponsored project; Irving Torres and the launch of RAIZ’s first funding round; and welcome Liz McDonough to the Rooted team. Plus, the news shaping Oakland.
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month & Welcome, Liz!
From Kyra’s Hispanic Heritage Month reflection to broadband access and responsible AI, here’s what shaped our September.
An August Full of New Faces, Remembrance, and the Town Showing Up
From welcoming two new leaders to our team to honoring Black August and celebrating Oakland's educators and neighbors, here's what shaped our month.
Bringing an HBCU to Oakland
This July, the Oakland HBCU Initiative turned growing momentum into action—bringing its vision to local leaders, the national stage, and new audiences across Oakland.
A June Full of Community, Culture, and Connection
From the launch of the new Oaktown Thursdays event series to Juneteenth celebrations, here's what inspired us this month.