Nov 21, 2025 | blog, scholarship stories
When Jesus Mendoza started college, he had no idea what he wanted to study. Like many students, he was working part-time, exploring options, and trying to figure out his next steps. Today, he’s found his calling in cybersecurity at Riverside City College,...
Nov 13, 2025 | blog, scholarship stories
Since our inception, IECF has championed opening doors for students in the region. Through our scholarship programs, we help remove financial barriers and create pathways for students to reach their full potential. One of our valued partners, the Brothers of the...
Nov 7, 2025 | blog, scholarship stories
Our donors understand that behind every scholarship check is a success story waiting to be written. Each award we give carries the hope, grit, and ambition of someone ready to learn, grow, and eventually give back. That’s how we build a region where opportunity...
Apr 15, 2025 | blog, grantee spotlights
To be sure, the January 2025 Southern California wildfires have put the entire state on alert. For Rivers & Lands Conservancy, a revered nonprofit that conserves and stewards a variety of open spaces, the challenges have varied these last few months. “We’ve taken...
