Spotlight on Evelyn E. Perkins Foundation: offering opportunities for college prep
Creating legacies is key for the Evelyn E. Perkins (EEP) Foundation. The organization was co-founded in 2006 by Michelle Heard, Danessa Jackson, and Trudi Perkins, the daughters of the late Evelyn E. Perkins, an intrepid educator in the region. Since its inception,...
SCE Honors Black Equity Initiative of the IE with Community Partnership Award
“Fostering Thriving Communities” was the theme of Southern California Edison’s 2024 Black History Month event, where the Black Equity Initiative of the Inland Empire (BEI-IE) was a Community Partnership honoree! Dina Walker, Executive Director of BLU Educational...
Celebrating Jose A. Marquez, CSPG: a legacy built on passion, purpose and community
Jose A. Marquez, a name synonymous with relationship-building and a deep understanding of our communities, is closing the door on his chapter at the Inland Empire Community Foundation as he embarks on a well-deserved retirement. But within the walls of our Foundation...
One Application, Many Opportunities: IECF scholarships are open!
IECF has opened its Common Application portal, providing access to over 30 scholarships available to students for the 2024-2025 academic year. The portal streamlines the overall application process and also maximizes an individual’s chances to successfully land a...
