Historic $16 Million Gift from S.L. Gimbel Fund Supports Social and Environment Causes in the IE and Beyond
IECF is thrilled to announce a generous $16 million gift from the S.L. Gimbel Fund, a milestone investment that will support a diverse range of causes throughout the region, across the U.S., and internationally. This significant funding will be directed toward...
The Women’s Giving Fund 2025 Spring Fling Champagne Brunch was A Sparkling Success! $64K in grants awarded, Debbie Cannon named Woman of Achievement
We're so grateful to everyone who contributed to the success of our Spring Fling brunch on March 23rd! Whether you joined us in person, supported us from afar, or helped lift this event behind the scenes, your presence and partnership made a lasting impact. This year,...
Grantee Spotlight: Rising Stars Business Academy reaches new milestones
A recent grant from Inland Empire Community Foundation (IECF) through the Riverside County ARPA Fund has allowed Rising Stars Business Academy (RSBA) to pilot a unique culinary career pathways initiative that guides and assists teenagers and young adults along their...
IECF Appoints Michael Hinkle as New Charitable Giving Officer for Coachella Valley
Brie Griset Smith, CSPG, Chief Development Officer at IECF, has announced Michael Hinkle's appointment as the new Charitable Giving Officer for Coachella Valley. Hinkle is a native of the Coachella Valley with deep roots in the region’s philanthropic and community...
Grantee Spotlight: New grant helps Redlands ANCA increase outreach
Redlands Accelerate Neighborhood Climate Action Redlands (Redlands ANCA) wants to help build climate-resilient communities—one neighborhood at a time. Thanks to a recent grant from Inland Empire Community Foundation (IECF) through the League of California Community...
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...
