Philanthropy: For the Love of Humanity
In February, hearts are filled with words of love! Our CEO, Michelle Decker, shares one word that's especially meaningful to us: Philanthropy. February, with all the red hearts and thoughts of love, is made for those of us in the giving world. It is a constant...
Spotlight on Mizell Center: Meals, Resources and Activities for Greater Palm Springs Seniors of All Ages
This article originally appeared in the Desert Sun, February 2022 Mizell Center has served seniors in the greater Palm Springs area for more than 45 years and welcomes vaccinated members and visitors to return and enjoy in-person programs. Mizell currently offers a...
Spotlight on Curls, Coils & Crowns: Helping Local Black Girls Embrace Their Beauty and Create Community
This article originally appeared in the Press Enterprise, February 2022. When Danielle Townshend moved from Tennessee to California, she discovered that her children were the only Black students in their classroom. Seeing a need for community and culturally relevant...
Youth Action Project: Putting Underserved Youth on the Path to Economic Success
This article originally appeared in the Press Enterprise, February 2022 Youth Action Project (YAP) was launched in 1998 to create systems and programming that are led by youth voices. The organization creates opportunities for youth to develop new skills and habits...
Spotlight on Loving All Animals: Providing Care and Finding Homes for Pets
This article originally appeared in the Desert Sun, February 2022 In 2008, Linda Biggi founded Loving All Animals with a mission of being a conduit for the welfare of the animals in the Coachella Valley. The organization sought to assist shelter and rescue...
Inland Empire Donors and Nonprofits Work Together Toward Black Equity
Learn more about how IECF and the Black Equity Initiative of the Inland Empire are helping organizations like Starting Over, Inc end systemic racism in the IE. We’ve given over $740K through the IE Black Equity Fund this year – and with the assistance of our generous...
Spotlight on Boys & Girls Club of Palm Springs: Catering to the Community’s Greatest Need
The original article appeared in the Desert Sun, February 2022. For more than 70 years, Boys & Girls Club of Palm Springs has guided children to achieve success in academics, health and leadership. Trained staff who act as mentors facilitate programming at the...
IECF Announces the Opening of The Dr. Horace Jackson Legacy Scholarship Fund
IECF is pleased to announce the opening of The Dr. Horace Jackson Legacy Scholarship Fund. The fund was established in 2021 to award scholarships to a John W. North High graduating student who demonstrates the same kind of commitment to education and inclusivity as...
The Margot Fund Opens to Support Women’s Programming and More in the Coachella Valley
IECF is proud to announce that three Coachella Valley nonprofit organizations received a total of $60,000 from the Margot Fund in its inaugural year of giving! Established in 2021, the Margot Fund benefits women's programming, scholarships, and food insecurity. In...
Michael Wiafe Joins IECF’s Office of Policy & Engagement
IECF is pleased to welcome Michael Wiafe to the team! Michael is pursuing his Master of Public Policy degree at the UC Berkeley Goldman School of Public Policy, where he focuses on socioeconomic advancement, equity, and inequality. He is an emerging voice in young...
