IECF Women’s Giving Fund empowers four nonprofits with $43,400 in grants
Grants will support Inland Empire organizations focused on assisting women who face significant economic and societal challenges
Riverside, CA – Inland Empire Community Foundation (IECF) announced today awards totaling $43,400 to four nonprofits for its annual Women’s Giving Fund (WGF) grants. In its largest grantmaking cycle to date, the WGF grants will provide resources to Inland Empire organizations that provide supportive services to women and their families. Individual grants ranged from $8,400 to $15,000.
Nefertiti Long, Board Chair of IECF and Chair of the IECF Women's Giving Fund, expressed her enthusiasm for the impact these grants will have on the community. She stated, "We are proud to continue our tradition of supporting initiatives that uplift women and strengthen our community. These grants represent our unwavering commitment to fostering positive change in the lives of women and their families, and we look forward to witnessing the transformation these organizations will bring about."
The 2023 grants will not only enhance the resources available to these nonprofits but also empower them to expand their reach and make a lasting difference in the lives of women and their families in the areas of health, education and economic empowerment. The IECF Women's Giving Fund remains dedicated to using collaborative philanthropy to create opportunities for women to thrive in the Inland Empire.
The 2023 grantees and their funded projects are: The CARE Project, Inc., to provide holistic wrap-around services for survivors of breast cancer; Foothill Family Shelter, for their Stepping Stones program; Riverside Area Rape Crisis Center, for their TEAL healing program; and Soroptimist International (Montclair/Inland Valley), for their Live Your Dream Award.
The grant awards were presented at the WGF Fall Soiree on October 15, which was held at the Chaffey College Chino Community Center. Over 100 guests attended the annual brunch, where keynote speaker Jennifer O’Farrell, Chief External Affairs Officer for Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Inland Empire and the WGF 2023 Woman of Achievement, shared an inspiring message about “The Gift We Are, The Gift We Give.”
The Women’s Giving Fund (WGF) was established in 2017 by a diverse group of professional women whose goal was to create an inclusive opportunity for female donors to learn about women’s economic security issues, focus their giving on issues impacting women and children, and experience the power of collaborative philanthropy. In celebration of IECF’s 80th Anniversary, the WGF was named a Signature Fund in 2022. Since 2018, when WGF grantmaking began, over $130,000 has been distributed to nonprofits benefiting women and families.
Based on funds raised each year, grants are made at least annually. A contribution of $200 or more to the WGF enables donors to participate in the annual grantmaking process as they identify and support the organizations that are most in need.
Support for the Fall Soiree was made possible by the generous support of our sponsors. They include: Alta Loma Enterprises, LLC; Angel Jewelers, Bank of America; Sergio and Christy Bohon; Chaffey Community College District; and Special Angels Foundation.
For more information or to donate to the Women’s Giving Fund, visit iegives.org/womensgivingfund
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About the Inland Empire Community Foundation
Founded in 1941, the Inland Empire Community Foundation is the oldest and largest community foundation in Inland Southern California. We partner with individuals, families and corporations to help them achieve their charitable goals. Since inception, we have given out over $100 million in grants and scholarships. For more information visit the IECF’s website at www.iegives.org. Be a part of our conversation on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.