Page 35 Desert Charities News – www.desertcharities.com • www.dcnnews.com October/November/December 2025 WORKING TOWARD A COACHELLA VALLEY WHERE ALL PEOPLETHRIVE The Inland Empire Community Foundation (IECF) proudly partners with thousands of donors like Jane Lykken Hoff and Jack Fitzsimmons and Walter Gendell to build a culture of philanthropy in the Coachella Valley, helping individuals, families, and businesses make a meaningful difference on the issues they care about across our diverse and growing region. Locally, IECF has granted over $27.5 million to charities and educational institutions in the Coachella Valley over the past ten years. IECF maintains a deep understanding of the issues, continually assesses needs, and establishes priorities to meet the moment for our region. Recent highlights include the following efforts: Build Coachella Valley Fund (BCVF): In 2023, a small group of generous local donors invested in the newly formed BCVF to support the urgent social, environmental, and economic resilience of the area. The Fund awarded $166,000 to eight organizations, including Cathedral City Senior Center, FIND Food Bank, TODEC, Mizell Center, Martha’s Village and Kitchen, CV Volunteers in Medicine, and Riverside County Foundation on Aging. Save the Date! Our Women’s Giving Fund Spring Fling Event is coming to the Coachella Valley on March 22, 2026. Join us! Location and details coming soon. Michael Hinkle is proud to call the Coachella Valley home. As IECF’s Charitable Giving Officer, he partners with individuals and families to shape giving plans that reflect their values and create lasting impact. If you’re considering how your generosity can strengthen our desert communities, reach out to Michael and explore the possibilities together! Email mhinkle@iegives.org. MEET MICHAEL HINKLE, IECF’S CHARITABLE GIVING OFFICER FOR THE COACHELLA VALLEY iegives.org Help us shape the future. Learn more about the Build Coachella Valley Fund: iegives.org/buildcoachellavalleyfund This year, the BCVF plans to identify the most innovative educational programs and initiatives for underserved communities and at-risk youth in the valley that ignite a love of learning and encourage critical thinking skills. We welcome your donations!
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