Mar 28, 2022 | blog, donor stories
As part of Women’s History month, IECF is highlighting two of our donors, Carol Newkirk and Beverly Rashidd. Both women spent their careers championing women’s rights and fostering opportunities for equity, inclusion, and diversity. Now they’ve taken steps...
Mar 28, 2022 | blog, donor stories
At IECF, our board members are instrumental in helping us achieve our mission of strengthening the Inland Empire through philanthropy. They’re our ambassadors, advocates, strategists, and supporters. Today we’d like to introduce you to board member Jeremy Hobbs,...
Feb 28, 2022 | blog, donor stories
Joyce Montgomery spent a full and rewarding career in nursing and healthcare management. When she retired, she knew she wanted to continue making a difference in the lives of young people, especially those interested in healthcare careers serving low-income and...
Jan 31, 2022 | blog, donor stories
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....
Jan 20, 2022 | blog, donor stories, scholarship stories
A $1M scholarship fund was recently opened at IECF to honor the legacy of George P. Bates, founder of Shield Packaging in California. George, his wife Nancy, and their partners established the Chino-based company in 1971. Shield Packaging of California operated...
Oct 29, 2021 | blog, donor stories
Palm Springs philanthropist Jay Allen wanted to celebrate his 65th birthday by raising $65K for nonprofit organizations including the LGBTQ Center of the Desert. He opened the Jay Allen 65th Birthday Fund with IECF, and you’re invited to the party on November...
