Special Screening of Firebreak: A documentary on the intersection of climate change and social justice
Recently, IECF hosted a private screening of the inspiring documentary Firebreak for our community partners. Firebreak highlights the intersection of climate change and social justice. The film showcases how marginalized communities, often disproportionately impacted...
Spotlight on Temple Beth El: Grants Help Fund Programs that are Welcoming to All; New rabbi leads the way
A happy fate shines down on Temple Beth El in Riverside. The revered spiritual institution is benefitting from two recent shifts that will stretch its impact. One of them is an Inland Empire Community Foundation Field of Interest Fund grant that the organization uses...
Wildfire Resilience in Action: Insights from the SoCal Convening
On November 13, 2024, Celia Cudiamat, Chief Impact Officer at IECF, and David Hernandez, Regional Forest and Fire Capacity Coordinator and Shared Stewardship Advisor, attended the SoCal Regional Wildfire Resilience Convening at the University of Redlands. This...
How to Talk to Your Clients about Charitable Giving (November 2024 Professional Advisors Council Meeting)
Phil Savage IV is a director at Fennemore’s San Bernardino office. His practice focuses on helping clients navigate complex legal matters, including business succession, estate planning, and trust administration. With a keen eye for detail and a client-centered...
Maximize Your Impact: The benefits of charitable giving as a year-end strategy
The holiday season is a time for giving, and many people consider charitable contributions as part of their year-end plans. At the Inland Empire Community Foundation (IECF), we're committed to helping you make the most of your generosity. Our Charitable Giving Officer...
Spotlight on IECF grantee, Variety Children’s Charity of the Desert: Helping kids reach their full potential
A recent Inland Empire Community Foundation grant through the Fred Stebler and Eva V. Stebler Foundation Fund allows Variety Children’s Charity of the Desert to enhance several vital programs the organization offers to Coachella Valley children. “All around, the grant...
Spotlight on IECF Grantee, Riverside Library: Funding supports vast offerings for the digital age
The Digital Age continues to spawn an endless stream of technical advancements. One of the most refreshing perks to that is how well modern libraries have adapted, somehow making these treasured institutions all the more hip and fun by how much they now can offer the...
Spotlight on IECF Grantee, Elder Love USA: Branching out with the help of a grant
Shannon Shea, Founding Executive Director of Elder Love USA, has made it her mission to make in-home care accessible and affordable for seniors. She can quickly recall the impetus behind her decision to help others, which sprang from leaving her job in outside sales,...
Riverside City Council Approves contract with IECF for $2.8M Nonprofit Resilience Fund
Nonprofit Resilience Funds: A Lifeline for Community Organizations IECF applauds the Riverside City Council's recent approval of a $2.8 million Nonprofit Resilience Fund to be managed by IECF. The fund will use federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) dollars to...
Empowering Young Philanthropists: The Youth Grantmakers Program is accepting applications for Spring 2025 cohort
Want to make a difference in your community? IECF's Youth Grantmakers program offers youth ages 15-21 a unique opportunity to do just that. By participating in this program, young people can learn about local nonprofits, analyze grant applications, and make informed...
