Aug 14, 2025 | blog, grantee spotlights
Pedro Rodriguez, Executive Director and CEO of the Coachella Valley Housing Coalition (CVHC), is in a deeply reflective mood. This month, Rodriguez celebrates his 30-year anniversary with the organization—26 as its CFO, and four in his current role. For Rodriguez,...
Aug 14, 2025 | blog, grantee spotlights
The desert’s regional food bank is getting a boost in support thanks to a recent grant from Inland Empire Community Foundation. Recently, FIND Food Bank received funding through the Todd Barajas Legacy Fund, which was established in 2016. Debbie Espinosa, President...
Jul 14, 2025 | blog, grantee spotlights
A recent grant from The Charley and Emilie Graham Museum Fund via Inland Empire Community Foundation is cause for celebration for the Palo Verde Historical Museum and Society (PVHMS). “Every dime that we get helps us meet our expenses every year,” said Marilee...
Jul 7, 2025 | blog, grantee spotlights
For more than 30 years, The Regional Access Project Foundation (RAP) Inc. has been a kind of saving grace for Coachella and Palo Verde Valley residents dealing with unmet needs in health, mental health, and juvenile intervention. Moving deeper into 2025, the...
Jun 27, 2025 | blog, grantee spotlights
The CIELO Fund For Latino Empowerment was integral with a valiant initiative from The Codex Creation Committee. The recent grant helped the nonprofit with the 2025 Mobius Conference, an annual event held in April, which unites intrepid thought leaders, performers,...