The Inland Empire Community Foundation (IECF) and Neighborhood Partnership Housing Services, Inc. (NPHS) are excited to introduce the Inland Empire Down Payment Assistance Program (IEDPA), a transformative initiative designed to make homeownership more accessible for...
This story summarizes a recent piece by Fidel Martinez in the L.A. Times’ De Los, which highlighted the growing cultural influence of the Inland Empire and the need for more dedicated media coverage in the region. The CIELO Fund at IECF is thrilled to partner...
The IE Journalism Innovation Hub + Fund at IECF recently awarded $220,000 to 12 local news outlets and independent media makers in its inaugural grantmaking round! This initial investment highlights IECF’s commitment to revitalizing local news and ensuring our...
After nearly two and a half years of dedicated service with IECF, John McGuirk, Giving Officer for the Coachella Valley, is set to retire this spring. He and his husband, Richard, will embark on an exciting new chapter in Bournemouth, England. Brie Griset Smith, Chief...
IECF is proud to announce a new initiative aimed at advancing educational equity in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties, with a focus on amplifying youth voices. Supported by a $1.5 million grant from the Gates Foundation, this two-year effort will empower students...
