Laurie Aldern, Author at IECF

New Powerbuilding & Systems Change Grant Opportunity Opens!

Aug 22, 2024 | blog

The IE Black Equity Fund is excited to announce an open call for proposals for its Powerbuilding and Systems Change Grant! This grant is designed to support transformative projects that advance systems change and power building work in the IE’s Black community....

Black Equity Fund and CIELO Fund Open for Applications

Nov 29, 2022 | blog

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

Nov 29, 2022 | blog

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

Nov 28, 2022 | blog, donor stories

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

Nov 15, 2022 | blog

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...