From Migrant Roots to Educational Impact: Dora Buchner honors her husband’s memory by supporting the next generation
Jim and Dora Buchner were long-time Whittier residents, but vacationing in the Coachella Valley grew into a deep connection to the community. For years, the couple spent weekends and holidays in the desert, becoming active participants in their church and the Italian...
A Path to Homeownership: Inland Empire Families Can Now Get Up to $40K in Downpayment Assistance
The Inland Empire Community Foundation (IECF) and Neighborhood Partnership Housing Services, Inc. (NPHS) are excited to introduce the Inland Empire Down Payment Assistance Program (IEDPA), a transformative initiative designed to make homeownership more accessible for...
A New Chapter for Inland Empire Latino Stories: CIELO Fund partners with De Los through the LA Times
This story summarizes a recent piece by Fidel Martinez in the L.A. Times’ De Los, which highlighted the growing cultural influence of the Inland Empire and the need for more dedicated media coverage in the region. The CIELO Fund at IECF is thrilled to partner...
