San Manuel Band of Mission Indians Funds $500K in New Scholarships
This November, coinciding with Native American Heritage Month, IECF announced a $1 million gift from the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians (SMBMI) to benefit the dependents of SMBMI team members through the newly created San Manuel Band of Mission Indians Team Member...
Black Equity Fund and CIELO Fund Open for Applications
Local nonprofit organizations can now apply for grants through two funds that support work benefiting Latino and Black communities. The Inland Empire Community Foundation (IECF) is now accepting applications for the first round of grants from the Cultivating Inland...
FRieNDS OF VETERANS FUND Launches with a $40K gift
On November 10, 2022, just ahead of Veterans Day, IECF announced the launch of the FRieNDS of VETERANS FUND at a breakfast gathering held at the March Air Field Museum. The new 80th Anniversary Signature Fund will benefit veterans residing in San Bernardino and...
Phil and Lynda Savage III – Philanthropists for Today and Tomorrow
Philanthropy can take many forms, including volunteerism, community service and charitable giving. These are just some of the outward-focused practices that enrich our communities and promote the well-being of our neighbors. In this Conversation with Donors, we’d like...
Spotlight on Native American Land Conservancy: Stewarding the IE’s Sacred Lands
Every day throughout Coachella Valley, countless organizations work painstakingly to ensure everything from civil rights and proper health care to environmental protection and stewardship of the area's diverse and historic sites. For the latter, Native American Land...
Spotlight on Camp of Champions: Better Grades with Soccer Balls
Kick it. Bump it. Catch it. Those are few things you can do with a soccer ball, but one of the most interesting things Tim Ingram realized he could do with it was motivate elementary, middle, and high school students to improve their grades and boost their...
Spotlight on First Tee: On the Green with Kids – Building Life Skills and Character
From birdie to bogey and everything else in between, First Tee Coachella Valley has remained vigilant in its mission to provide the area’s children ample opportunities to build new life skills and strengthen their character. Doing it through the game of golf, the...
Spotlight on Palm Springs Art Museum: Moving Forward with Vibrant Initiatives
Like a passionate artist craving to create wonders on a new canvas, Palm Springs Art Museum is moving into the 21st century with newfound vigor and vibrant initiatives. Michael Hinkle, the museum’s Associate Director of Advancement, has been with the enclave for 10...
Spotlight on Friends of the Desert Mountains: Preserving the Unique Environment of the Coachella Valley
“For many years, we were the best-kept secret people didn't know about,” says Tammy Martin, Executive Director of Friends of the Desert Mountains. “But that has changed a lot in the last few years. Many people are getting to know who we are and really appreciate the...
Spotlight on Joshua Tree Foundation for Arts & Ecology: The Harrison House
Creativity and environmental stewardship converge in an artistic symphony at Harrison House Music, Arts & Ecology. The Joshua Tree-based lair, a residency and performance program for international artists and environmental activists, was the former home of Lou...