The Taylor Family Legacy: Education, Perseverance, and Paying it Forward
One scholarship can change the future for many When Roz Taylor received a Brouse Scholarship in the mid-1970s, it was a crucial stepping stone toward the completion of her education and the launch of a successful career. Decades later she would pay it forward by...
IECF in Washington, DC for 22nd Annual Foundations on the Hill Conference
IECF’s CEO Michelle Decker participated in the 22nd Annual Foundations on the Hill Conference in Washington, DC hosted by United Philanthropy Forum, Independent Sector, and the Council on Foundations. Every year, this public policy and advocacy conference unites the...
The 2025 Scholarship Season is Open: Inland Empire students invited to apply for more than 30 scholarships
Calling all students! IECF is excited to announce that our 2025 scholarship applications are now open! With just one Common Scholarship Application, students can access over 30 scholarship opportunities available to students in the Inland Empire and beyond. Awards...
From Migrant Roots to Educational Impact: Dora Buchner honors her husband’s memory by supporting the next generation
Jim and Dora Buchner were long-time Whittier residents, but vacationing in the Coachella Valley grew into a deep connection to the community. For years, the couple spent weekends and holidays in the desert, becoming active participants in their church and the Italian...
Grantee Spotlight: El Informador Del Valle receives a boost from recent grant
From the communities of Palm Springs and Rancho Mirage to Thousand Palms and Thermal, El Informador Del Valle has long been making an impact. But a recent grant from Inland Empire Community Foundation through the Desert Community News Fund is providing the...
A Path to Homeownership: Inland Empire Families Can Now Get Up to $40K in Downpayment Assistance
The Inland Empire Community Foundation (IECF) and Neighborhood Partnership Housing Services, Inc. (NPHS) are excited to introduce the Inland Empire Down Payment Assistance Program (IEDPA), a transformative initiative designed to make homeownership more accessible for...
A New Chapter for Inland Empire Latino Stories: CIELO Fund partners with De Los through the LA Times
This story summarizes a recent piece by Fidel Martinez in the L.A. Times' De Los, which highlighted the growing cultural influence of the Inland Empire and the need for more dedicated media coverage in the region. The CIELO Fund at IECF is thrilled to partner with De...
IE Journalism Innovation Hub + Fund Announces $220K in Grants to Strengthen Local News, Foster Collaboration
The IE Journalism Innovation Hub + Fund at IECF recently awarded $220,000 to 12 local news outlets and independent media makers in its inaugural grantmaking round! This initial investment highlights IECF’s commitment to revitalizing local news and ensuring our...
John McGuirk, Giving Officer for Coachella Valley, is set to retire; job opportunity announced
After nearly two and a half years of dedicated service with IECF, John McGuirk, Giving Officer for the Coachella Valley, is set to retire this spring. He and his husband, Richard, will embark on an exciting new chapter in Bournemouth, England. Brie Griset Smith, Chief...
IECF Launches New Initiative to Elevate Student Voices and Advance Educational Equity
IECF is proud to announce a new initiative aimed at advancing educational equity in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties, with a focus on amplifying youth voices. Supported by a $1.5 million grant from the Gates Foundation, this two-year effort will empower students...
