Split-interest charitable gifts: Need-to-know FAQs
As charitable planning conversations become more sophisticated, many advisors are revisiting so-called “split-interest gifts” to help clients balance philanthropic goals with income needs. Two of the most common strategies—a charitable gift annuity (CGA) and a...
Getting creative: Unusual noncash assets can make great gifts to charity
If you’re like many advisors, you may have discovered that often charitable giving conversations begin (and end!) with cash or appreciated stock. And of course, you are well aware that appreciated stock is an excellent choice for your clients to fund a donor-advised...
All that and more: Your donor-advised fund may surprise you
You might initially think of a donor-advised fund as a simple charitable savings account: contribute assets, immediately receive a tax deduction, if eligible, and recommend grants to your favorite 501(c)(3) nonprofits over time. While that is certainly true, many...
“Nice to meet you”: Introducing your advisors to the IECF team
At IECF, we are honored to work with many individuals, families, and businesses who support the causes that matter most to them and help make our entire community a better place to live. In many cases, trusted professional advisors, including attorneys, CPAs, and...
A moment to meet: Philanthropy’s crucial role
Over the last several years, communities across the country, including our own region, have faced moments of enormous challenge—from natural disasters and economic uncertainty to housing shortages and growing mental health needs. Increasingly, the IECF team is talking...
California Has Wildfire Solutions. Will We Continue to Fund Them?
A recent Los Angeles Times article raises concerns about the future of wildfire prevention funding in California. While the state has made significant investments in wildfire resilience in recent years, many of the funding sources supporting that work are expected to...
Out in the IE: Amplifying LGBTQ+ Voices and Stories
The Civil Rights Institute of Inland Southern California (CRIISC) is currently presenting Out in the IE, a powerful exhibition celebrating the stories, history, resilience, and contributions of the LGBTQ+ community across Inland Southern California. Through personal...
Mountain View Country Club Members are Teeing Up Their Team for Success
At Mountain View Country Club, the secret to exceptional service comes down to the dedicated staff who interact with members throughout the vibrant, luxurious community: at the front desk, in the dining room, out on the golf course, and beyond. The club’s leadership...
Grantee Spotlight: Riverside Unified teachers and students get extra support from recent grants
Since 1993, Inland Empire Community Foundation (IECF) has managed a fund for Riverside Educational Enrichment Foundation (REEF), a revered nonprofit serving the students and teachers of Riverside United School District (RUSD). REEF funding has become a valuable...
2026 Policy & Philanthropy Summit: All Together
Join us for IECF’s 2026 Policy & Philanthropy Summit: All Together Tickets are now available at the Super Early Bird rate for the 2026 Policy & Philanthropy Summit: All Together, August 6 at the Riverside Convention Center! The Inland Empire’s rapid growth...
