FRieNDS OF VETERANS FUND Launches with a $40K gift
On November 10, 2022, just ahead of Veterans Day, IECF announced the launch of the FRieNDS of VETERANS FUND at a breakfast gathering held at the March Air Field Museum. The new 80th Anniversary Signature Fund will benefit veterans residing in San Bernardino and...
Phil and Lynda Savage III – Philanthropists for Today and Tomorrow
Philanthropy can take many forms, including volunteerism, community service and charitable giving. These are just some of the outward-focused practices that enrich our communities and promote the well-being of our neighbors. In this Conversation with Donors, we’d like...
Spotlight on Native American Land Conservancy: Stewarding the IE’s Sacred Lands
Every day throughout Coachella Valley, countless organizations work painstakingly to ensure everything from civil rights and proper health care to environmental protection and stewardship of the area's diverse and historic sites. For the latter, Native American Land...
Spotlight on Camp of Champions: Better Grades with Soccer Balls
Kick it. Bump it. Catch it. Those are few things you can do with a soccer ball, but one of the most interesting things Tim Ingram realized he could do with it was motivate elementary, middle, and high school students to improve their grades and boost their...
Spotlight on First Tee: On the Green with Kids – Building Life Skills and Character
From birdie to bogey and everything else in between, First Tee Coachella Valley has remained vigilant in its mission to provide the area’s children ample opportunities to build new life skills and strengthen their character. Doing it through the game of golf, the...
Spotlight on Palm Springs Art Museum: Moving Forward with Vibrant Initiatives
Like a passionate artist craving to create wonders on a new canvas, Palm Springs Art Museum is moving into the 21st century with newfound vigor and vibrant initiatives. Michael Hinkle, the museum’s Associate Director of Advancement, has been with the enclave for 10...
Spotlight on Friends of the Desert Mountains: Preserving the Unique Environment of the Coachella Valley
“For many years, we were the best-kept secret people didn't know about,” says Tammy Martin, Executive Director of Friends of the Desert Mountains. “But that has changed a lot in the last few years. Many people are getting to know who we are and really appreciate the...
Spotlight on Joshua Tree Foundation for Arts & Ecology: The Harrison House
Creativity and environmental stewardship converge in an artistic symphony at Harrison House Music, Arts & Ecology. The Joshua Tree-based lair, a residency and performance program for international artists and environmental activists, was the former home of Lou...
Spotlight on Palm Springs Dance Project: Strengthening and Inspiring the Community through Dance
By all accounts, the arts can inspire, unite, and often strengthen communities. To that end, Palm Springs Dance Project is taking bold creative leaps in doing that by generating dance creation, presentation, and education that inspires youth and others. The 2022...
Spotlight on Ophelia’s Jump: Building a Platform for Under-Represented Artists
Upland nonprofit theater group gives under-represented artists and theater professionals a platform to build their careers and inspire the community. Beatrice Casagran and her daughter Caitlin Lopez founded Ophelia’s Jump Productions (OJP) in 2012 with the mission of...
