The Inland Empire Community Foundation (IECF) is seeking applications for its Field of Interest Funds to enhance the quality of life in the communities they serve.
Donor Name: Inland Empire Community Foundation (IECF)
State: California
Counties: Riverside County (CA), San Bernardino County (CA)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 05/16/2022
Size of the Grant: $3,000 – $10,000
Grant Duration: 1 year
Details:
Objectives
- Maximize resources and efficiency through collaboration
- Promote values of personal responsibility and self-sufficiency
- Increase community involvement and volunteerism
- Support early intervention and prevention of social problems
Funding Priorities
Organizations that:
- Have its mission, goals, and programming address the critical needs of individuals and communities most impacted by racial, gender, and economic inequity due to their race, income level, gender, religion, immigration status, disability, age, sexual orientation, or zip code;
- Provide programs, services, and core activities that are culturally and linguistically responsive to the needs of those served;
- Demonstrate strong, community-based boards and sound financial practices.
- Collaborate or partner with other non-profit entities resulting in greater community impact and positive outcomes that improve, enhance, and enrich the quality of life in the two-county area, as appropriate.
Preference is given to projects that:
- are perceived as a high need in the community being served.
- fill a gap in service.
- benefit a large number of residents.
- enhance collaboration and/or make the delivery of services more effective and efficient.
- have clear objectives and can document successful outcomes.
- expand successful programs to serve additional residents or new geographic areas
- serve remote areas or areas that have received little Community Foundation funding.
The current Field of Interest funds are:
- Irene S. Rockwell Fund – Benefits the residents of the city of Perris. The average grant is $3,000.
- Rohn Rookstool Veterans Fund (new offering)– Benefits Veterans residing in San Bernardino County whose needs include but are not limited to legal aid services, post-military education and skills building, housing, basic needs, and physical and mental health. The average grant is $10,000.
- Seraphim Fund – Aids women and children, including the economically disadvantaged, victims of domestic abuse, and those suffering from physical or mental illness or substance abuse. The average grant is $10,000
- Fred and Eva V. Stebler Fund – Provides funds for the treatment and care of indigent children in Riverside County, with a strong emphasis on children with special needs. The average grant is $10,000.
- James Bernard and Mildred Jordan Tucker Fund – Benefits wheelchair users (ADA compliance projects are eligible). The average grant is $10,000.
Grant Period
- The grant period is for one year, starting August 1, 2022, to July 31, 2023.
Eligibility Criteria
- Nonprofit, public benefit corporations with evidence of tax-exempt status under Section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code and not classified as a private foundation. Public agencies (in limited circumstances) may apply.
- Nonprofit organizations that can document ongoing operations in Riverside and/or San Bernardino Counties and have nonprofit status per above for at least three years.
- Past grantees must be in good standing and have fulfilled all previous grant obligations.
For more information, visit Field of Interest Funds.
