Family Resources
At Oakland Promise, we have an array of family resources in our programs at each stage of a young person’s educational development. Listed below are just a sampling of resources by program. Use the Search feature in “Find Resources” to find more resources by program, category or your role.
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COVID-19 Resources
Oakland Promise is committed to supporting students and families during this challenging time and we have compiled various resources*. You can also find resources on each program’s social media channels. If you have any questions or need support, reach out to your respective program staff member.
Virtually Navigating Campus Resources: Looking for tips about navigating campus remotely? Check this out!
Six Wellness Reminders: "Taking care of yourself is important. Learn six wellness tips that will help you to get there"
One Degree ~ COVID-19 Resources, 3/19
Oakland Promise ~ Compiled COVID-19 Resources ~ March 2020
CARES Act: Frequently Asked Questions
Freedom Community Clinic ~ Bay Area COVID-19 Resources, 3/19
Brilliant Baby Resources
Here are some resources available for parents of newborns, including information on financial wellness and asset building tools like College Savings Accounts (CSA)
Oakland Early Learning Symposium | Family Resources
Brilliant Baby Parent Handbook
Manual para padres/madres/tutores de Brilliant Baby
Brilliant Baby家长手册
Article on how Brilliant Baby program helps children and parents during the pandemic
FindHelp.org: Find food assistance, help paying bills, and other free or reduced cost programs
4Cs of Alameda County: Childcare enrollment, referral
2-1-1 Alameda County: Information and Referral for a broad range of needs and resources
Help Me Grow: Information and Referral to early childhood development services
Healthy Food Resources in Alameda County
What is DACA?
Undocumented Student Resource Guide: Resources for Undocumented Immigrants
Kindergarten to College
Here are some resources available to parents and caregivers of K-5 children who have received a K2C Early College Scholarship or have opened a College Savings Account (CSA)
Scholarships and Mental Health Resources for Students
FindHelp.org: Find food assistance, help paying bills, and other free or reduced cost programs
K2C FAQ's: A detailed list of K2C's frequently asked questions and responses.
Signing up for a SHFCU Savings Account: Unique Self Help Federal Credit Union savings account enrollment form.
Signing up for a my529 CSA: Description of an interest growing 529 college savings account and questionnaire enrollment form.
Verifying your child's ECSF: This online tool allows you to verify whether your child has received their Early College Scholarship Fund
What is the K2C Early College Scholarship Fund - ECSF? (Video): Explainer video for the K2C Early College Scholarship Fund and eligibility.
K2C & Partner Schools: Official 2019-2020 K2C program brochure detailing activities and partner schools.
Healthy Food Resources in Alameda County
OUSD Family Central Website: OUSD Website for families. It includes resources for distance learning, technology, food, health, and legal assistance.
The Oakland Reach (The City-Wide Virtual Hub): Here families will receive the help they need to survive this moment intact, housed, and physically and mentally healthy — including individual guidance through a Family Liaison, seminars, and connections to services.
What is DACA?
College Access Resources
Here are some resources for families of middle and high school students and/or part of our Future Centers.
Scholarships and Mental Health Resources for Students
Oakland Promise Scholarships
FindHelp.org: Find food assistance, help paying bills, and other free or reduced cost programs
Healthy Food Resources in Alameda County
OUSD Family Central Website: OUSD Website for families. It includes resources for distance learning, technology, food, health, and legal assistance.
The Oakland Reach (The City-Wide Virtual Hub): Here families will receive the help they need to survive this moment intact, housed, and physically and mentally healthy — including individual guidance through a Family Liaison, seminars, and connections to services.
What is DACA?
What is CA DREAM Act Application?
What is FAFSA?
Time Management and Study Strategies: "Are you looking for time management and study strategies? "
SDSU Scholar Resource Guide
UCSC Scholar Resource Guide: "Learn more about tips and resources available in this campus"
College Completion Resources
Scholarships and Mental Health Resources for Students
Oakland Promise Scholarships
FindHelp.org: Find food assistance, help paying bills, and other free or reduced cost programs
What is DACA?
Time Management and Study Strategies: "Are you looking for time management and study strategies? "
Services We Offer: "Are you interested in learning more about all services College Completion offers?" (Video)
SDSU Scholar Resource Guide
UCSC Scholar Resource Guide: "Learn more about tips and resources available in this campus"
Berkeley City College Scholar Resource Guide: "Learn more about tips and resources available in this campus"
UCM Scholar Resource Guide: "Learn more about tips and resources available in this campus"
SFSU Scholar Resource Guide: Learn more about tips and resources available in this campus
UCD Scholar Resource Guide:
Assistance for all college-bound Scholars
The Advising Team provides Scholars with college advising services and share campus-specific resources to support each Scholar’s well being and development. Whether it be emotional distress, confusion over financial aid, or questions relating to their academic trajectory, Advisors are there to assess our Scholars’ needs and connect them to the resources that help them thrive.Please reach out to the Advising team for support.
- Office Phone: (510) 858-6054 EXT. 3
- Email: [email protected]
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