Inland Empire Community Foundation

🏡💰 FREE Homebuyer Workshop – Up to $40K in Assistance! 💰🏡 Looking to buy a home in San Bernardino or Riverside County? Join our FREE virtual workshop to learn how qualified buyers can get up to $40,000 in down payment assistance! 📅 Thursday, March 6, 2025 ⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM 📍 Via Zoom 🔹 30-year deferred loan – No monthly payments 🔹 0% interest rate 🔹 Funds available on a first-come, first-served basis Spots are limited—Register now! 👉 https://lnkd.in/gmXxvmpz For more info, visit NPHSINC.ORG/IEDPA. #HomebuyerHelp #DownPaymentAssistance #IECF #NPHS #FirstTimeBuyer #Homeownership @nphs_inc

🆕 NEW SEGMENT: Black Perspectives IE with Maya Gwynn 🖤 As we close out Black History Month, we're excited to announce a partnership between the IE Black Equity Fund and KVCR Public Media. A new segment, Black Perspectives IE, launched on February 27th with civil rights attorney Joe Richardson as its first guest. 📻 Over the next six months, the program will showcase 7-8 minute segments uplifting the IE's black leaders and causes to advance racial equity. The new radio content will also promote local organizations, events, and community needs within the region. ⚖️ This week, Maya sits down with Joe Richardson, civil rights attorney and host of KVCR Public Media TV's Inland Edition. Joe shares his journey to becoming a lawyer (thanks, Matlock!), discusses how communication and bridge-building skills are essential in civil rights work, and offers advice on getting involved in social justice. He also reveals how he maintains work-life balance while tackling challenging cases. ✨ Catch the full conversation to hear Joe's insights on creating systemic change and his rapid-fire answers about favorite IE landmarks and theme songs! 🎧 Listen in at https://lnkd.in/gqHsyv7h #BlackPerspectivesIE #KVCR #CivilRights #InlandEmpire

🎉 Congratulations to the 2025 The James Irvine Foundation Leadership Awards recipients! 🎉 We celebrate these outstanding leaders who are making a meaningful impact across California. Their work in environmental justice, maternal health, Indigenous food sovereignty, civic leadership, and more is offering hope to our neighbors. And speaking of hope, we are especially proud to congratulate Helen Torres, CEO of Hispanas Organized for Political Equality (HOPE) and a founding committee member of IECF’s #CIELOFund. Helen’s dedication to advancing Latina civic leadership has transformed lives and strengthened communities, and we are thrilled to see her honored with this well-deserved recognition. To Helen and all the honorees—Shantay R. Davies-Balch, Nayamin Martinez, Skye Patrick, Cutcha Risling Baldy, Kaitlin Reed, and Dr. Stacy L. S.—thank you for your leadership and commitment to building a more inclusive, just, and thriving California. 👏 Join us in celebrating these change-makers! Learn more about their work here: https://lnkd.in/gP-DU67Y #IECF #LeadershipAwards #CIELOFund #HOPE #CommunityImpact #CaliforniaLeadership

✨Here's a sneak peak at some of the designer bags 👛 you could win at our Women's Giving Fund Spring Fling! #coach #toryburch #dooneyandbourke #hammit #brighton and more! 💝What’s better than a beautiful brunch with purpose? At the IECF Women’s Giving Fund Spring Fling, you’ll enjoy an elegant brunch, refreshing mimosas, and the joy of connecting with fellow changemakers—all while supporting programs that empower women and girls. 🎟️Register today, bring a friend, and join us for this unforgettable afternoon of philanthropy and fun! https://lnkd.in/gCU_Y6T3

📢Spotted at the Knight Media Forum 2025! 📰Last week, IECF staff Charee L. Gillins (top photo) and Graciela Moran, along with Paulette Brown-Hinds, PhD and Armando Carmona, represented the IE Journalism Innovation Hub+Fund, a Press Forward chapter, at the Knight Media Forum in Miami. They joined leading journalists, funders, and civic leaders to explore the future of local news and community storytelling. We’re excited to bring these insights back to the Inland Empire and continue supporting initiatives that empower our communities through trusted, local news. 📰💡 📰Learn more about our work through the Inland Empire Journalism Innovation Hub+Fund, dedicated to revitalizing local journalism and strengthening civic engagement: https://lnkd.in/gWEWxk9m #IECF #KnightMediaForum #PressForward #LocalNewsMatters #CommunityImpact

🏡💰 FREE Homebuyer Workshop – Up to $40K in Assistance! 💰🏡 Looking to buy a home in San Bernardino or Riverside County? Join our FREE virtual workshop to learn how qualified buyers can get up to $40,000 in down payment assistance! 📅 Thursday, March 6, 2025 ⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM 📍 Via Zoom 🔹 30-year deferred loan – No monthly payments 🔹 0% interest rate 🔹 Funds available on a first-come, first-served basis Spots are limited—Register now! 👉https://lnkd.in/gEtqDSCt For more info, visit NPHSINC.ORG/IEDPA. #HomebuyerHelp #DownPaymentAssistance #IECF #NPHS #FirstTimeBuyer #Homeownership @nphs_inc

Reposting from ARKEN Strategies: Fantastic & Eventful Day 1 & 2 at the Annual Philanthropy on the Hill Conference. With over 30% of nonprofit funding coming from federal, state & local government, organizations like Inland Empire Community Foundation steward these funds efficiently, transparently & effectively. Appreciative of the productive conversations with members of our Congressional delegation reinforcing the lECF's role uniting people from all backgrounds and priorities to drive funding, growth and visibility for the Inland Empire #FOTH25 R. Michelle Decker

🏆Nominations for the 2025 Woman of Achievement Award close this Sunday, February 23! 📅Get your ticket (and one for a friend!) for a delightful champagne brunch! Join us on Sunday, March 23, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Chaffey College Chino Community Center for the IECF Women’s Giving Fund Annual Spring Fling. ✨ What to Expect: 💖 Inspiring grant awards supporting women and families 🏆 The presentation of the 3rd Annual Woman of Achievement Award 📊Preview of new research on critical issues facing women in the IE from the UCR Center for Community Solutions  👜Exciting opportunity drawings for designer bags 👩🏼🦰Do you know a remarkable woman in Riverside or San Bernardino Counties who is making a difference through leadership and service? 🏆Nominate her for this prestigious honor! Nominations close on Sunday, February 23rd at 5:00 PM.📅 🎟️ Tickets are $55 per person and include champagne brunch and one opportunity drawing ticket ➡️https://lnkd.in/g7NZd8e4 🙌🏼WITH THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS🙌🏼 C.C. Vest   |  Terri Ramos  |  Alta Loma Enterprises   Farmers & Merchants Bank  |  Greens Foundation  The Bohon Family  |  Toni Seymour  |  Chaffey College Foundation  CIRE Equity  |  Lisa Nashua  #womensgivingfund #womenofachievement #inlandempire #grants #philanthropy #IECF

Grant Opportunity! Deadline to apply is February 27! 🙌🏽The #CIELOFund supports organizations, initiatives, and innovations that are led by–and serve–Latinos in Riverside and San Bernardino counties. February 27 – Applications due March 2025 – Decisions released 🎯Project and Grant Scope The project and grant scope is limited to the Inland Empire, and all funded activities will be limited to Riverside County and San Bernardino County only, with special consideration given to those organizations headquartered, founded, and anchored in the region. Only organizations with operating budgets of $500k or less will be prioritized this grant cycle. Organizations that demonstrate a commitment to impactful, innovative solutions to the issue areas below will be prioritized for funding by the grant committee: • Affordable Housing • Healthy Food • Childcare and Eldercare • Good Jobs and Reliable Energy • Quality Education & Job Training • Transportation • Cell and Internet Service • Safe Communities • Support for Immigrants • Clean Water 💲The maximum request and award is $15,000 for one year. 💻Learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/gKtWUWcM #grants #latinos #inlandempire #philanthropy #funding

⭐Today, as we observe Presidents Day, many enjoy a well-earned day of rest. But the pressing needs in our communities don’t pause for holidays. Hunger, housing, education, and opportunity remain front and center every day of the year. 🍲🏡🎓 🙌🏽At IECF, we're honored to support the organizations and individuals who work tirelessly—on holidays, weekends, and beyond—to create a stronger, more resilient region where everyone belongs and all can thrive. Their dedication is the foundation of lasting change. 🌟 👏🏼👏🏼Join us in celebrating the leadership of those who serve others, today and every day. iegives.org