College Bound? It’s Scholarship Season at IECF!
For over 80 years, IECF has been supporting education through scholarships. Our founder, Charles E. Brouse, believed that the best way to give back to the community was through scholarships for hard-working students who wanted to attend college. Because of his...
Save the Date! Women’s Giving Fund Spring Event March 24, 2022
The Women's Giving Fund (WGF) will celebrate Women's History Month with a VIP event at the Agua Caliente Clipper's basketball game! Join us and support the good work that WGF is doing. It’s time to get networking with the amazing women of the Inland Empire! The...
Youth Grantmakers Applications Open to Nonprofits Serving Youth
Now in its thirteenth year, Youth Grantmakers enables young people to become active agents of change and responsible community leaders through the power of philanthropy. Youth Grantmakers address issues that are important to them by helping give away dollars to area...
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...
