Since 1983, the Ed Fund has worked side-by-side with community partners and the private sector to direct resources to West Contra Costa County public schools.
Richmond, CA
Joined September 2010
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The Ed Fund was on KTVU! Our Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships shared how we mobilize resources for those most in need so every student can thrive. As a Richmond native, Shakira is proud to do this work at home and give back to her community. 💙ktvu.com/video/fmc-6qkhczbv9…
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Community Connections Grants are NOW OPEN!
Funding is available for arts-based projects that celebrate WCCUSD students’ cultures, heritages, identities, and lived experiences.
💰 Up to $1,500
📅 Apply by Oct. 18
🔗 bit.ly/CCGrants2026
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🍎 Back-to-School Mini-Grants are NOW OPEN! @WCCUSD teachers can apply for a $250 grant to help with classroom setup and supplies. 📚✏️
🗓️ Apply by Sept. 7
⏰ Grants awarded on a rolling basis while funds last
Apply early: bit.ly/B2SGrants
The Ed Fund awarded more than $28,000 in Bradley Arts Grants through the generous donors of the Brad Bradley Bequest & the Ahlsten Foundation. These funds supported 38 projects across WCCUSD, including 22 classroom grants, 11 school-wide initiatives, and 5 community arts events🎨
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Our application for Richmond Freedom School Spring Break is open for WCCUSD TK-6th grade students! This is a FREE program at Nystrom Elementary School. Applications will be accepted until all slots are filled. Apply at bit.ly/26RFS_SpringBreak
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You know that teacher — the one who somehow makes everything work. 👀
Nominate a WCCUSD educator for the 2026 Teaching Excellence Awards today!
🗓️Deadline: Jan. 11, 2026
🔗bit.ly/26-TEA
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The Ed Fund’s Black History Month Grants deadline has been extended! @WCCUSD
educators, students, & school communities are invited to apply for funding to support BHM projects, events, and student-centered programming. Deadline: Jan. 11, 2026
🔗bit.ly/26-BHM
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Today is #GivingTuesday. WCCUSD students need us now more than ever. Your gift supports teachers, students, and families across our community. Give today and be the anchor they can count on. 💙 bit.ly/DonateEFW
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We’re excited to share that nominations for the 2025–2026 Teaching Excellence Awards are now open!
🗓 Nominate by: January 11, 2026
📝 Submit your nomination(s): bit.ly/26-TEA
Help us honor the outstanding educators who make a difference in our schools every day!
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Teachers, students & community orgs — bring your BHM projects to life in WCCUSD schools.
💰 Up to $500–$1,500 available
🎨 Fund art supplies, costumes, visiting artists & more!
📅 Apply Nov 5–Dec 7, 2025
💡 Tips: bit.ly/EdFundGrantsPPT
📲 Apply: bit.ly/26-BHM
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Our Black History Month Grant application opens this Wednesday, November 5th! Apply online at edfundwest.org ❤️🧡💚💛🖤 $500-$1,500 grants available to support WCCUSD schools and classrooms!
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Today we’re celebrating our Executive Director, Robert Bunce, whose leadership & heart have shaped the Ed Fund for 15 years.
From building trust to pushing for equity, Robert’s care for people and purpose guides everything we do
💚 Support our mission at edfundwest.org/take-action/d…
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From classrooms to community, this work is all about creating spaces where young people see themselves as future teachers and leaders. 🙌🏽
#CDFFreedomSchools #EducationMatters #EdFundWest #WCCUSD
#CDFFreedomSchools make an impact! West Contra Costa Public Education Fund, one of our partner sites, is helping inspire and train the next generation of teachers in the Bay Area and across California. Read more: bit.ly/4h6sQuX
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Ed Fund retweeted
#CDFFreedomSchools make an impact! West Contra Costa Public Education Fund, one of our partner sites, is helping inspire and train the next generation of teachers in the Bay Area and across California. Read more: bit.ly/4h6sQuX
🎓 We’re at De Anza High School for WCCUSD’s College & Career Night (10/9 from 5–7 PM)!
Stop by the Ed Fund table to learn more about our upcoming scholarships and how we support students across WCCUSD. 💙💚💰
#WCCUSD #CollegeAndCareerNight #EdFund #Scholarships
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Ed Fund retweeted
The principal goal of California’s ambitious five-year-old Expanded Learning Opportunities Program was to address learning loss, but it is also turning into a rich source of new teachers. #caedu #caleg #capol
edsource.org/2025/california…
California's after-school programs and summer initiative spawn surprise dividend: new teachers edsource.org/?page_id=741626 via @edsource
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Teacher: “Are the Bradley Arts Grants open yet?”
Ed Fund: “They are now. 👀🎨”
Apply for up to $1,500 to bring your creative ideas to life in WCCUSD classrooms and schools!
🗓️ Deadline: October 22nd
🔗 bit.ly/26-Bradley-Arts
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