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...
Grantee Spotlight: Blessings abound for The Blessing Center and families it serves
Altruistic efforts that began in a garage 40 years ago have now expanded to become a godsend for impoverished families living in the Inland Valley Region of San Bernardino and Riverside Counties. A recent grant from Inland Empire Community Foundation through the...
Grantee Spotlight: CIELO Fund helps Codex spark student interest
For the past seven years, the Codex Creation Committee (CCC) has been instrumental in strengthening efforts to create a positive future through the development of thoughtful, inclusive, and multicultural coding practices. It’s mission to empower communities through...
Grantee Spotlight: Soulful Soil Farms brings communities together through farming, education
Local farmers, educators, and community members who believe growing food builds stability, skill, and opportunity just got a vote of support thanks to a recent grants from Youth Grantmakers, Illes Family Donor Advised Fund, and the Black Equity Initiative through the...
