Grantee Spotlight: Community Impact Fund helps TEC’s mission to thwart hatred
In an era rife with divisiveness, non-profit organizations like the Tolerance Center Education (TEC) continue to advocate for unity, thanks to community support and helpful grants. Recent funding from the Community Impact Fund via Inland Empire Community...
Grantee Spotlight: Riverside nonprofit’s Ripple Effect program gets boost from recent grant
Education, service, and deep community engagement are at the core of Riverside Medical Clinic Charitable Foundation’s (RMC Charity) bold mission to improve overall health and quality of life for Inland Empire residents. A recent grant from Inland Empire Community...
Grantee Spotlight: Blessings mount as Dezart Playhouse transforms iconic church
The former First Church of Christ Scientist, notably designed by famed architects Albert Frey and Robson Chambers, continues to enjoy a powerful second act. The Palm Springs structure, reconceived by architect Susan Secoy Jensen, recently reopened as the new locale...
Grantee Spotlight: IECF grant brightens Artists Council’s palette
A popular young artists' exhibition and special art classes for people living with Alzheimer's disease will garner more attention this year, thanks to a recent grant from Inland Empire Community Foundation (IECF) through their Community Impact Fund to The Artists...
Grantee Spotlight: Highlanders Boxing Club packs a punch with help from IECF grant
A local boxing club is taking the fight for inclusivity and second chances outside of the ring. Highlanders Boxing Club (HBC), an organization that has long been committed to improving the lives of neighborhood youth via after-school behavioral health and sports...
Grantee Spotlight: Ontario-Montclair Schools Foundation gets boost from recent grant
The Ontario-Montclair Schools Foundation (OMSF) is committed to being a significant change agent in the region. As the convening nonprofit coordinating Promise Scholars, the foundation’s mission revolves around helping children achieve their college and career dreams....
Case study: Business owners exit with a family legacy
As an attorney, CPA, or financial advisor, you probably work with several clients who own a family business. You’ve likely also considered that there may be a role for strategic philanthropy in family business succession planning to help clients get ready for an...
Documentation is no joke and coffee is not milk: Two vital tax rulings
At IECF, we value the role you play in helping individuals and families make the most of their charitable giving. That’s why we’re committed to providing regular updates on legal and policy developments that may impact your clients. In two recent rulings, the...
Women and philanthropy: Four insights to inform your practice
At IECF, we’re honored to work with hundreds of individuals, families, and businesses who support a wide range of charitable causes. The generosity and commitment across generations and demographics inspire our team every single day. March is an especially good time...
Building your charitable plan, brick by brick
Most of us can think of something we fully intend to do—someday. Organize the photos. Update the estate plan. Have that family meeting. Reboot the exercise routine. Charitable planning often falls into that same category. We hear from many generous people who care...
