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The Inland Empire Community Foundation’s founder, Charles E. Brouse, believed that the best way to give back to the community was through scholarships for hard-working students who wanted to attend college. Because of the endowment he established years ago students from the region are still receiving support for their education.
Today, scholarships remain a large focus of our grants, averaging one million dollars a year to every public college and university in the two-county region, as well as colleges and universities across the nation. These awards recognize student achievements and offer hope for those seeking to better themselves through education.
Depending on the donor’s vision, IECF awards a wide variety of scholarships, including general and field-specific scholarships for areas of study like civil engineering, nursing, special education, veterinary sciences, and more.
Our incredible donors empower students and fuel their dreams. If you’re passionate about education, we invite you to join the ranks of Charles Brouse and all those who followed his example. Establish a scholarship fund at IECF and directly strengthen the next generation of leaders. Contact our Charitable Giving Team at giving@iegives.org.
We salute the donors who bring student achievement within reach!
See Our Scholarships
Established in 2023 in memory of Evan Metheny. The fund will provide scholarships to graduating seniors at Yucaipa High School and San Jacinto High School who meet certain eligibility requirements in developing a career in technology by obtaining a postsecondary certification or degree.
RIMS AVID Advised Scholarship Program Fund
Established in 2002 to benefit students graduating from AVID programs in Riverside, Inyo, Mono, and San Bernardino Counties.
California Retired Teachers Association Div #89 Palm Springs Advised Scholarship Fund
Established in 2005 to fund scholarships for students from the Palm Springs, California area.
Angela C. Gomez Memorial Foundation Fund
Established in 2018 by the parents of Angela Gomez for scholarships and other charitable purposes.
Dr. Horace Jackson Legacy Scholarship Fund
Established in 2021 to award scholarships to a John W. North High graduating student who demonstrates the same kind of commitment to education and inclusivity as Dr. Horace Jackson, principal of North High in Riverside, California, from 1970-1976.
D. Jain and S. Kapadia Foundation Fund
Established in 2022 to support graduating seniors at Upland High School, Riverside Unified and San Bernardino Unified, who demonstrate motivation, perseverance and a sincere desire to gain an education.
D. Glenn Hilts Donor Advised Scholarship Fund
Established in 2001 for scholarships for a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church studying to obtain a master’s degree in library science.
Major B.S. Brar Memorial Scholarship Fund
Established to provide scholarships primarily for tuition and/or educational expenses of disadvantaged and underrepresented children of farmworkers at accredited educational institutions of learning.
Richard F. and Mary C. Boyles Memorial Advised Scholarship Fund
Established in 2002 for a student graduating from Lincoln High School in Riverside USD.
Lorraine J. Cardin Donor Advised Scholarship Fund
Established in 2004 to award scholarships to seniors graduating from La Sierra High School in the Alvord Unified School District who excel in the Study of Foreign Languages.
Carl Graves Endowment Scholarship Fund
Established in 2019 through a bequest to the City of Lake Elsinore from Carl Graves to provide scholarships to needy and deserving graduates of Lake Elsinore Unified School District High Schools.
Gloria Jean Memorial Scholarship Fund
Established in 2024 to provide scholarships to students attending Riverside, San Bernardino, and Pomona Unified School Districts.
Bette Harrison Scholarship Fund
Established by Drs. Herb and Cheryl Fisher to provide scholarships to AVID students in the Chaffey Joint Union High School District where Bette was employeed for 35 years.
LEVEF Advised Endowment Fund
Established in 2007 for Scholarships to students from the Lake Elsinore Unified School District.
The Robert A. Dailey Scholarship Fund
Established in 2008 for scholarships to students in the Inland Empire who are part of the RIMS AVID Program.
Jerome Harrison Scholarship Fund
Established in 2020 to provide an annual scholarship to a graduating senior from Montclair High School in the Chaffey Union High School District who is currently enrolled in the AVID program.
Beverly J. Soderling Scholarship Fund
Established in 2014 through a bequest from Beverly J. Soderling to honor excellence in mathematics for graduating seniors at Banning High School.
Robert B. Taylor Foundation Fund
Established in 2020 to honor the life of Robert B. Taylor by providing “needs based” scholarships to low-income, underrepresented or first generation students attending Riverside Community College.
PGA WEST Education Fund
Established in 2018 to support educational opportunities for the staff at PGA WEST Country Club in La Quinta, CA and their dependents.
Huff Family AVID Scholarship Fund
Established in 2023 to provide scholarships to graduating seniors from Upland High School who are part of the RIMS AVID program.
Paige Allison Myles Scholarship Fund
Established in 2022 to support female students in the Emergency Medical Technician Academy at Moreno Valley College.
Edith Jamin Memorial Scholarship Fund
Established in 2015 to benefit graduating seniors from Palm Springs High School who are interested in pursuing a career in education.
California Retired Teachers Association Riverside Division #21 Scholarship Fund
Established in 2004 to fund scholarships for university or college students planning a career in education or a career assisting youth and to benefit teachers in purchasing equipment, supplies, or field trips for their classroom.
Dr. Loren E. Sanchez AVID Scholarship
Established in 2017 to provide an annual scholarship to a graduating senior from Upland High School who is currently enrolled in the AVID program.
The Burton Family Endowment Fund
Established in 2023 at the passing of Marc and Shirley Burton to support the Shirley Etheredge Burton and Marcellus Wooley Burton Endowed Scholarship at Brigham Young University.
The Katherine C. Webb Memorial Scholarship Fund
Established in 2014 to provide annual scholarships to current or former graduates of Riverside Poly High School who meet eligibility requirements.
Louise Taylor Scholarship Fund
Established in 2000 to benefit the Banning Dollars for Scholars, distributing scholarships to graduates of Banning High School.
Lucille B. Anderberg Scholarship Fund in Memory of Arthur and Lillian Bird
Established in 1999 to provide scholarships to graduating students of Elida High School in New Mexico who enroll at a New Mexico post-secondary educational institution.
Clara R. Brouse Fund
Established in 1962 to provide funding for needy and worthy students through grants to the Regents of the University of California for use at the University of California, Riverside.
Lucille and Roy Anderberg Nursing Scholarship Fund
Established in 2001 to provide scholarships to financially needy and academically qualified nursing students enrolling or enrolled in the RN programs at Riverside Community College and California State University San Bernardino.
Ella A. Trenchard Fund
Established in 1966 to provide scholarships for female music students at the Idyllwild Arts Academy summer program.
Edna B. Lockhart Fund
Established in 1999 to provide scholarships to seniors graduating from a Riverside Unified School District High School who will attend Riverside Community College
Roy W. Anderberg Scholarship Fund in Memory of Andrew and Betty Anderberg
Established in 1999 to benefit graduate students at a Lutheran seminary.
Louise J. Funk Scholarship Fund
Established in 1997 for college scholarships to graduates of a Riverside Unified School District high school.
Lena T. Pond Fund
Established in 1993 to establish scholarships to students who study nursing in the Inland Empire. To be distributed to qualifying IE Colleges and Universities.
Victress Bower Fund
Established in 1967 to be distributed to qualifying IE Colleges and Universities to provide scholarships to individuals who will train and teach disabled children.
Agatha J. Baxter Memorial Scholarship Endowment Fund
Established in 2008 to be distributed to qualifying Colleges and Universities to fund scholarships to needy students of high scholastic standing who are attending institutions of higher education located in Riverside County
Myron M. Winslow Fund
Established in 1976 to provide scholarships for agricultural professions, including those interested in studying to be a veterinarian at California colleges and universities.
Reginald Keith Edmond II Donor Advised Scholarship Fund
Established in 2008 in memory of Reginald Keith Edmond II for scholarships to support student athletes graduating from Arlington High School; for scholarships to a graduating senior participating in the Young Black Scholars program, residing in Riverside or San Bernardino Counties; and for other general charitable uses and purposes.
Karen and Nate Cheney Family Scholarship
Estabished in 2015 to provide scholarships for students attending College of the Desert in Coachella Valley who enroll in a four-year university or college.
The CIELO Scholars Program for Latino Empowerment
Established in 2023 to invest in Latino students attending Inland Empire colleges and universities, especially those intending to remain and work in the region upon completing their studies.
Pavement Recycling Systems Scholarship Fund in Memory of Chuck Harmon,Dick Sprinkle,Gordon Lounsbury
Established in 2009 to provide post-secondary education financial assistance to outstanding graduating seniors who are pursuing a college education or training through an approved trade school and are residents of the city of Riverside or the city of Blythe in Riverside County.
Rosemarie Cionni-Mary Pastore Educational Trust Scholarship
Established in 2013 to provide scholarships to deserving students who have graduated from any of the Lake Elsinore, CA High Schools.
James Buchner Memorial Scholarship Fund
Established in 2013 for outstanding Hispanic graduates from Cathedral City High School who are pursuing a degree from a four year college/university, or certificate from a community college or trade school with a multi-year program.
San Manuel Employee Dependent Scholarship Fund
Established in 2022 to provide scholarships to the dependents of San Manuel employees.
Desert Outreach Foundation/Desert Rainbow Foundation Scholarship Fund
Established in 2015 to provide annual scholarships to students residing in the Coachella Valley who are seeking an undergraduate/graduate degree either within or outside of Coachella Valley.
Drs. Herb and Cheryl Fischer Scholarship Fund
Established in 2007 for scholarships for seniors graduating from high schools located in San Bernardino County. Scholarship from this fund are awarded through the RIMS AVID Program (Advancement Through Individual Determination).
Safe Schools Desert Cities Fund
Established in 2022 to award annual Burton/May Pride Scholarships. The awards were established by John Burton and Ken May to recognize outstanding lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning or intersex (LGBTQI) youth who, through their participation, dedication and initiative have helped foster a positive self image among other LGBTQI youth.
CryoWorks, Inc. Employee Scholarship Fund
Established in 2018 to provide financial assistance for educational purposes to the children of CryoWorks, Inc. employees.
Shield Packaging, Chino Scholarship Fund
Established in 2021 to primarily provide scholarships to students who’s great grandparent, grandparent, parent, or legal guardian was employed by Chino, CA based Shield Packaging of California during the years 1995 – 2018.
Leonard Family Scholarship Fund
Established in 2007 to be used for one or more scholarships for the nursing program at California State University San Bernardino.
Grant Nunnally Memorial Scholarship at Woodcrest Christian High School in Riverside, CA
Established in 2005 in memory of Grant Nunnally for scholarships to an outstanding senior and student athlete at Woodcrest Christian High School in Riverside, CA.
Imperial Employee Scholarship Program Fund
Established in 2017 to provide scholarships to the children of Imperial Manufacturing employees who meet the scholarship guidelines.
Dr. Barnett and Eleanor Jean Grier Advised Scholarship Fund
Established in 2000 for RUSD high school graduates to honor the service and commitment of Dr. and Mrs. Grier in the Riverside community.
Elizabeth C. and Jack B. Clarke Sr. Donor Advised Scholarship Fund
Established in 1993 for RUSD high School graduates as a scholarship commemorating the lives of Elizabeth C. and Jack B. Clarke, Sr.
Castro/Falk Endowed Scholarship Fund of the Coachella Valley
Established in 2016 to provide scholarships to students who are current or former residents of the Coachella Valley area of Riverside County.
Randall and Janell Lewis Scholarship Fund
Established in 2007 to be used for scholarships for one or more graduating seniors from high schools of the Fontana Unified School District.
The Johnson Foundation Endowed Scholarship Fund
Established in 2013 for scholarships to students who otherwise would not be able to attend designated private elementary, middle and high schools located in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties.
Charles “Chuck” T. Harmon/Gordon A. Lounsbury Memorial Endowment a Donor Advised Fund
Established in 2007 for broad, general charitable purposes and to provide scholarships for students pursuing civil engineering degree programs.
Marvin Edward Leggett Jr Endowment Fund
Established in 2015 through the estate of Marvin Edward Leggett, Jr. to support scholarships to students graduating from Norte Vista High School and La Sierra High School in the Alvord Unified School District.
Marcia Ann Ellison Fund – Nursing Scholarship
Established in 2014 through a bequest from Marcia Ann Ellison for the education of individuals from Redlands California who are entering nursing programs.
Cardenas Markets Scholarship Fund
Established in 2019 to provide higher education opportunities for undocumented students “Dreamers” who live within the geographic areas in which Cardenas Markets are located.
Molly Adams Endowed Scholarship Fund
Established in 2006 to provide scholarships to qualifying IE Colleges and Universities for disabled youth desiring a college education.
Ruth Schroff Donor Advised Fund
Established in 1984 to assist African American and Hispanic students graduating from Riverside United School District and San Bernardino United School District in obtaining a college education.
The Community Foundation Scholarship Fund
The Community Foundation Scholarship Fund is comprised of the following Individual Scholarship funds:
Leon S. Heseman Fund
Established in 1968 to provide scholarships for students attending four-year institutions within the State of California.
Elizabeth W. Vermillion Fund
Established in 1992 to provide college level education to young men and women.
Ida B. Bruce Fund
Established in 1992 to provide scholarships benefiting needy students of the City of Riverside.
Charles E. Brouse Fund
Established in 1947 to provide scholarships to needy and worthy students so that they have an opportunity to secure a higher education.
Tillie Ayres Fund
Established in 1970 for the purposes of providing scholarships to college students.
Eleanor Pearl Hunter Trust
Established in 2000 to assist needy and deserving young people to further their education.
William B. Brooks Memorial Scholarship Fund
Established in 1997 to provide scholarships.
IECF Anniversary Scholarship Fund
Established in 2011 in celebration of The Community Foundation’s 70th Anniversary to provide college scholarships to deserving students who reside in Riverside or San Bernardino County – Distributed through The Community Foundation Scholarship Fund.
Continue scrolling to access applications through the Common App Portal and individual funds.
Supporting Higher Education Attainment
Graduate Success
Education, both two-year and four-year, changes the earning power of families and supports diverse leadership in our communities. When we focus on equity for the almost 1 million K-12 students in the Inland Empire, we understand that more students need assistance and support to achieve a higher education degree. In 2017, IECF collaborated with the College Futures Foundation to address low graduation rates in the Inland Empire. The result was the Graduate Success program – a strategy and fund designed to increase students’ potential to access, thrive, and succeed in higher education.
Partners
Currently, IECF is partnering with local organizations to provide needs-based scholarships and college guidance services to ensure our program is making an impact.
Our network of partner organizations are: BLU Educational Foundation, Promise Scholars, Making Hope Happen Foundation, OneFuture and Upward Bound (California State University, San Bernardino).
To expand our scholarship giving in the IE, Graduate Success needs continued, year-round support. Consider a gift to the Graduate Success Fund to help more students achieve their college dreams.
Scholarship Opportunities
Most scholarships from the Inland Empire Community Foundation are awarded directly through the colleges and universities in our two-county area. Students who are interested in applying should check with their school counselor or financial aid office for information and applications.
However, students are able to apply directly to IECF for many scholarships, most of which can be accessed through the Common Application Portal. After completing your account on the portal, you’ll be shown any scholarships for which you qualify.
The deadline for the Common Application is April 15th. Other individual applications have their own deadlines, which are listed below.
Additional Scholarship Opportunities
A few additional local scholarship opportunities are open and listed below with their deadlines. These scholarships are not included in the Common Application Portal. Click the individual links to download applications and guidelines.
Greater Inland Empire Area:
CIELO Fund Scholarship | Deadline: May 15, 2024
The Cultivating Inland Empire Latino Opportunity, or CIELO Fund, was launched in 2022 at the Inland Empire Community Foundation with a mission of uplifting and investing in the region’s Latino community. Earlier this year, the CIELO Fund awarded grants to Latino-led and Latino-serving organizations throughout Riverside and San Bernardino counties. The CIELO Fund Leadership and Grantmaking Committee is proud to invest in the next generation of local leaders through the CIELO Fund Scholars Program which invests in Latino students attending Inland Empire colleges and universities, especially those intending to remain and work in the region upon completing their studies.
Opening Date: April 4, 2024
Closing Date: May 15, 2024
Amount: $1,000 to $3,000
Riverside/San Bernardino Area:
David and Mary Hjorth Family Endowment Fund Scholarship | CLOSED
The Dave & Mary Hjorth Family Endowment Fund Scholarship offers one-time scholarships awarded to two students, who are graduating seniors of Upland High School and will be attending an accredited four-year college or university.
Opening Date: January 30, 2024
Closing Date: April 7, 2024
Amount: $10,000
Download Application
Download Scholarship Criteria
Qualifications To Be Submitted With Application
Letter of Recommendation
Community Service Verification
Dr. Horace Jackson Legacy Scholarship | Deadline: CLOSED
Established in 2021 to award scholarships to a John W. North High graduating student who demonstrates the same kind of commitment to education and inclusivity as Dr. Horace Jackson, principal of North High in Riverside, California, from 1970-1976.
Dr. Jackson was recognized as a courageous, compassionate, and innovative leader during a turbulent time nationally. As principal of North’s multi-ethnic campus, Jackson established a unified culture of mutual respect and inclusion that lives on today. He was known to be ever-present on campus, seeking ways to bring students together. He influenced countless lives by showing confidence in his students and his staff. That legacy continues with the goal of equipping all North High graduates with the moral principle that every person is valued.
Opening Date: February 1, 2024
Closing Date: April 5, 2024
Amount: $3,000
Dr. Horace Jackson Legacy Scholarship Fund/Continued Financial Support Scholarship | Open to previous recipients of the Dr. Horace Jackson Legacy Scholarship
The Dr. Horace Jackson Legacy Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance in the form of scholarships to graduated high school students from John W. North who demonstrate a desire to continue learning and a deep commitment toward a better, more inclusive world.
Students who have received a Dr. Horace Jackson Legacy Scholarship (HJLS) award are eligible to apply for continuing aid. Scholarship awards are not guaranteed but can be applied for until the student finishes their college or trade school degree.
Awards start at $1,000 and can be higher depending on the student’s needs and available funds.
S. L. Gimbel Scholarship | Closed
Undergraduate low income students, accepted to attend CSUSB, CSUDH, and CSULB and current undergraduate students of CSUSB, CSUDH, and CSULB from all backgrounds regardless of age, race, religion, gender, sexual preference or national origin are eligible to apply. First generation, college-going students, and/or traditionally underrepresented students in higher education, non traditional students such as single parents, older students, married students, foster youth and undocumented students who meet the requirements below are eligible to apply.
Opening Date: June 2022
Closing Date: June 30, 2022
Amount: Maximum of $10,000
Scholarship Information Application
Elizabeth C. and Jack B. Clarke, Sr. Endowed Scholarship Fund | Closed
Opening Date: February 1, 2022
Closing Date: May 11, 2022
Amount: $1,000
The Beverly J. Soderling Scholarship Fund | Closed
Opening Date: February 1, 2022
Closing Date: May 11, 2022
Amount: $1,000
Ruth Schroff Scholarship Fund | Closed
Opening Date: February 1, 2022
Closing Date: May 11, 2022
Amount: $1,000
The Dr. Barnett Grier and Eleanor Jean Grier Scholarship Fund | Closed
Opening Date: February 1, 2022
Closing Date: May 11, 2022
Amount: $1,000
Reggie Keith Edmond II Scholarship | Closed
Opening Date: February 1, 2022
Closing Date: May 10, 2022
Amount: $1,000
The Riverside Construction Company/Harmon-Lounsbury Scholarship | Closed
Opening Date: February 1, 2022
Closing Date: April 29, 2022
Amount Range: $1,000
Download Guidelines and Application for High School Students
Download Guidelines and Application for 1st Year College Students
The Marvin Edward Leggett Jr. Endowed Fund | Closed
Opening Date: February 7, 2022
Closing Date: April 9, 2022
Amount Range: Up to $4,000
Pavement Recycling, Inc. Scholarship Fund | Closed
Opening Date: February 1, 2022
Closing Date: April 6, 2022
Amount: Varies
The Rosemarie Cionni-Mary Pastore Educational Trust Scholarship Fund | Closed
Opening Date: February 1, 2022
Closing Date: March 31, 2022
Amount: $3,000
Coachella Valley Area:
The Safe Schools Desert Cities Scholarship Fund - Burton/May Pride Award | CLOSED
Burton/May Pride Award Scholarship Information and Criteria The Safe Schools Scholarship Fund – Burton/May Pride Award recognizes outstanding lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning or intersex (LGBTQI) youth who, through their participation, dedication and initiative, have helped foster a positive self-image among other LGBTQI youth. This scholarship award will enable students to pursue further education and training at Universities, Colleges, Community Colleges and Trade Schools.
Opening Date: October 1, 2023
Closing Date: February 14, 2024
Amount Range: $500-$1500
Download Guidelines and Application
Download Scholarship Award Reference Form
The James Buchner Memorial Scholarship Fund | Closed
Opening Date: February 2022
Closing Date: March 31, 2022
Amount: $1,000
Bruce and Regen Dennis Scholarship | Closed
Opening Date: February 1, 2022
Closing Date: April 29, 2022
Amount: $1,000
Desert Outreach Foundation Scholarship | Closed
Opening Date: February 1, 2022
Closing Date: April 6, 2022
Amount Range: $1,000 – $2,000
The Castro/Falk Scholarship Fund of the Coachella Valley | Closed
Download Microsoft Word Application
Download Fillable Adobe PDF Application
About the Common Scholarship Application Process
IECF’s Common Scholarship Application makes it easy for students to access more than 30 scholarship opportunities, with awards ranging from $1,000 to more than $5,000. In some cases, scholarships may renew over multiple years, offering welcome financial relief during a student’s undergraduate career. In 2022, IECF awarded over $7.9 million in scholarship funds.
• Deadline to finish application: April 15, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. PST.
• Applicants will be notified by June 1, 2024.
Scholarships are available for:
• Graduating high school seniors
• Current college students (undergraduate or graduate)
• Adult re-entry students
• Students with financial needs (includes middle-income families)
• Students attending four-year universities, community colleges or career/technical schools
We’re determined to help increase students’ potential to access, thrive, and succeed in higher education. You’ll find scholarships available for students with the following qualifications:
• Commitment to education
• Potential for success in college
• Minimum GPA of 2.0
• Participation in community service, extracurricular activities and/or work experience
• Current residence in San Bernardino or Riverside County (for at least one year)
• Need of help to pay for school (including middle-income families)
• A completed FAFSA or CA Dream Act and Student Aid Report (SAR). We strongly urge you to complete the FAFSA right away, as this information is needed to fill out all applications. The 2024/2025 academic year for FAFSA closes June 30, 2025.
Forms
Scholarship Recipient Information Sheet | Students
Donor Advised Fund Scholarship Recommendation Form | Donors Only
Competitive Scholarship Recommendation Form | Scholarship Committees Only
Designated College and Universities Forms
Report #1 | Scholarship Recipients
Report #2 | End-of-Year Scholars Follow-Up
Counselors and Advisors
Thank you for your interest in our Scholarship Program.
Students can often miss out on available resources when planning for college, but counselors and advisors can be the difference in changing that. To help fill this need, we encourage you to share other college guidance services and resources offered through these area organizations: Ontario-Montclair Promise Scholars, Blu Educational Foundation, RIMS AVID, Making Hope Happen Foundation, One Future Coachella Valley and Upward Bound (CSUSB).
For more information about our scholarship opportunities, below are some tools to help you get started. Thank you for sharing these scholarship opportunities within your school and helping our IE students succeed.