Laurie Aldern, Author at IECF

Rooted in Community: Ben Nate Leads the Way for AANHPI Equity in the Inland Empire

Apr 29, 2025 | blog

When we talk about community leadership, we’re talking about people who step forward because they’ve seen what needs to change—and they’re willing to help build the bridge to get us there. Ben Nate is one of those leaders. Ben is the inaugural chair of IECF’s newly...

CIELO Fund Grants $450,000 to 40 Organizations in 2025 Grants

Apr 29, 2025 | blog

The Cultivating Inland Empire Latino Opportunity, or, CIELO Fund, at IECF announced $450,000 in its 2025 round of grant awards to 40 organizations serving the region. This brings the CIELO Fund’s total investment through its grantmaking, research, narrative change...

A Love of Math and a Legacy of Learning: The Charles “Chuck” Brinker Scholarship Fund

Apr 3, 2025 | blog, donor stories

A Lasting Legacy for a Beloved Teacher Charles “Chuck” Brinker loved math, and he was the kind of teacher who made a lasting impression on his students. For over two decades, Chuck was dedicated to the enthusiastic instruction of his favorite subject at Ramona High...

Historic $16 Million Gift from S.L. Gimbel Fund Supports Social and Environment Causes in the IE and Beyond

Apr 2, 2025 | blog, donor stories

IECF is thrilled to announce a generous $16 million gift from the S.L. Gimbel Fund, a milestone investment that will support a diverse range of causes throughout the region, across the U.S., and internationally. This significant funding will be directed toward...

The Women’s Giving Fund 2025 Spring Fling Champagne Brunch was A Sparkling Success! $64K in grants awarded, Debbie Cannon named Woman of Achievement

Mar 27, 2025 | blog

We’re so grateful to everyone who contributed to the success of our Spring Fling brunch on March 23rd! Whether you joined us in person, supported us from afar, or helped lift this event behind the scenes, your presence and partnership made a lasting impact. This...

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Rooted in Community: Ben Nate Leads the Way for AANHPI Equity in the Inland Empire

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A Love of Math and a Legacy of Learning: The Charles “Chuck” Brinker Scholarship Fund

Historic $16 Million Gift from S.L. Gimbel Fund Supports Social and Environment Causes in the IE and Beyond

The Women’s Giving Fund 2025 Spring Fling Champagne Brunch was A Sparkling Success! $64K in grants awarded, Debbie Cannon named Woman of Achievement

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