Jessie Parks – Building Equitable Communities Through Urban Planning
Since our inception, IECF has championed opening doors for students in the region. Through our scholarship programs, we help remove financial barriers and create pathways for students to reach their full potential. One of our valued partners, the Brothers of the...
Spotlight on Success: From IECF Scholarship Recipient to Princeton Fellow — Adán Chávez Comes Full Circle
Our donors understand that behind every scholarship check is a success story waiting to be written. Each award we give carries the hope, grit, and ambition of someone ready to learn, grow, and eventually give back. That’s how we build a region where opportunity...
Donor-advised funds: Bunching, abundance, and flexibility
Many people establish a donor-advised fund at IECF to simplify their giving, stay organized, and even engage the next generation in philanthropy. And, for some families, 2025 is the year when the donor-advised fund takes on an even bigger role in aligning charitable...
Tax-deductible, tax-exempt, and need-to-know nuances
As year-end approaches, your thoughts might naturally turn to charitable giving—both as a way to support favorite causes and to make the most of available tax benefits. Recent changes in the tax laws have caused many people to reflect on their own understanding of the...
Year-end dynamics: Tax law changes and growing community need
You are likely aware that many families in our community are struggling, and you may be wondering how you can help most effectively. Whether increased community needs are triggered by a government shutdown that disrupts paychecks, services, and community programs, a...
Rare but powerful “charitable exits”: Know it when you see it
If your client base includes business owners, you’re no doubt at least generally aware of the benefits of giving closely-held business interests to charity. Beyond that, though, the details may get fuzzy. That is totally understandable! Most advisors encounter only a...
Bread and butter strategy: QCDs for clients 70½ and older
As the economic and legislative environment continues to evolve, advisors are sharpening every tool they have to help clients meet both their financial and charitable goals. Provisions enacted as part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) are prompting renewed...
Donor-advised funds: Flexible, tax-friendly, and just the beginning
As attorneys, CPAs, and financial advisors, you’ve no doubt noticed that financial publications’ coverage of donor-advised funds is increasing. This is no surprise, considering that these popular vehicles can help your clients achieve both their financial and...
Standing Strong and Here For Good: Investing in IECF for the future of the Inland Empire
The Inland Empire deserves a foundation that is strong, steady, and always here for the region we serve. We're focused on leading the way in addressing the big issues that face our community - today and for generations to come. This is the vision behind our Here for...
Writing a New Story for Local News: Introducing the Documentary “Reimagining Local News”
Across the country, a new story is unfolding in local news. While national headlines focus on decline, communities are proving what’s possible by reimagining how local news can better serve, inform, and connect us all. Here in the Inland Empire, our work at the IE...
