For some families in the Inland Southern California Region, the recent COVID-19 outbreak has made it even harder to take care of basic needs. Many families lived paycheck to paycheck before this crisis and hovered just above the poverty line.…
In times of crisis, like the one we face now, it’s especially important to support mental health. Studies show that one in five adults experience mental illness, yet less than half receive the support they need. Many individuals do not…
Right now it’s easy to feel isolated. But even though we are apart, we are United. We are still a community. We are a community that is full of hand-raisers and doers. One full of people who are strong, compassionate,…
Nurses. Doctors. Grocery store employees. Delivery drivers. Warehouse workers. First responders. Truck drivers. Cleaners. There are so many people who are on the frontlines of the COVID-19 outbreak. They continue to help keep our community safe and the world running.…
Rancho Cucamonga, CA – On March 19, the Inland SoCal COVID-19 Fund was established by Inland Empire United Way and United Way of the Inland Valleys to support the 211 Call Center’s technology infrastructure for San Bernardino and Riverside Counties,…
When you need help in a crisis, where can you turn? 211 These three numbers can offer a lot of help. During this global crisis, 211 has responded to thousands of calls, texts and emails and provided help that people…
In this time of crisis, many people in your workplace may be looking for ways to give back. We appreciate that our region is full of hand-raisers and do-gooders. With the help of generous corporate partners like you, we can…
Inland Empire United Way and United Way of the Inland Valleys invest in quality early childhood education programs in our community. We provide tools and resources that teach parents and caregivers facts and best practices for different ages and stages…
Rancho Cucamonga, CA – On March 31, Governor Gavin Newsom held a televised COVID-19 press conference introducing the public to a new statewide hotline (833-544-2374) as part of his campaign, “Stay Home. Save Lives. Check In”. The campaign aims to…
Rancho Cucamonga, CA – On March 19th, Inland Empire United Way and United Ways of the Inland Valley joined forces to establish the Inland SoCal COVID-19 Fund to respond to the needs of Inland SoCal residents in Riverside and San…
Rancho Cucamonga, CA – On the morning of Monday, September 23, over eighty golfers flooded into the Red Hill County Club for the Inland Empire United Way (IEUW) 4th Annual United for Kids Golf Classic. The day of golfing and…
Rancho Cucamonga, CA – Inland Empire United Way (IEUW) is set to hold its 4rd Annual United for Kids Golf Classic on Monday, September 23rd at the stunning and exclusive golf course Red Hill Country Club in Rancho Cucamonga. The…
Victorville, CA – Inland Empire United Way (IEUW) Desert Communities Region hosted their Mini-Golf Campaign Kickoff the morning of June 28, 2019 at Scandia Family Fun Center in Victorville. “Summer is short, so is childhood” was the theme for this…
[Rancho Cucamonga, California] - The Inland Empire United Way (IEUW) Women United held its annual Handbags for Hope event May 9th at their Rancho Cucamonga offices. The Kentucky Derby themed event brought together over sixty local women for a deeper…
AmeriCorps Week (2019): Volunteer Infrastructure Project (VIP) (Originally Published on United Way Worldwide) Each year, Inland Empire United Way (IEUW) mobilizes a local cohort of AmeriCorps members to serve with the Volunteer Infrastructure Project (VIP) Fellowship, a CalSERVES statewide program…
[Pomona, California] - The Inland Empire United Way (IEUW) held its 8th Annual Challenge for Children Gala this past Thursday, February 28, 2019 at the Sheraton Fairplex Conference Center in Pomona. The glamorous event transported attendees to the golden era…
Inland Empire United Way has been awarded a 2018 Top Workplaces honor by Inland News Group, publisher of The Press-Enterprise, The Sun, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin and Redlands Daily Facts. The list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through…
[Fontana, California] – Saturday, October 27th a group of around 200 volunteers banded together to give Live Oak Elementary School a splash of color through several murals and paint projects. Thanks to Inland Empire United Way (IEUW) and their corporate…
[Rancho Cucamonga, California] - Local volunteerism is the power behind long-lasting change, and by introducing a new, dynamic online platform to our community, Inland Empire United Way’s ieVolunteers is the driving force for volunteer engagement, donations, and impacting change on…
Rancho Cucamonga, CA – Inland Empire United Way (IEUW) held its 3rd Annual United for Kids Fall Golf Classic on Monday, September 24th at the picturesque golf course at Red Hill Country Club. The event was held in support of…
United Way's ieVolunteers connects volunteers with meaningful, local opportunities to improve the lives of others and build a stronger community.
At 211 San Bernardino County’s Rancho Cucamonga office, Marisela Manzo’s screen constantly flashes with incoming emails and meeting reminders. Her work as 211’s Coordinated Entry System (CES) Manager, allows her and her team to ensure that people with the highest…
With the help of various community partners including VA Loma Linda, Veterans Hospital, Housing Authority, Lighthouse Social Services, US Vets, and KEYS, United Way’s 211 Pathways Home system has reached an incredible milestone: housing its 1000th veteran. “Pathways Home is…
The Evening of Gratitude Event held this past week was simply moving and heartwarming. It was such an honor to recognize the dedication and commitment of those that generously support the Inland Empire United Way. To see all of the…
Rancho Cucamonga, CA – Inland Empire United Way announces $566,000 in commitments to local nonprofit organizations working to meet basic needs and provide lasting impact in the areas of Education, Health, and Financial Stability in the Inland Empire. Grants ranging…
The Inland Empire is facing a crisis in education. 22% of students will not complete high school. Only 25% of high school graduates will enroll in college. That is less than half the national average. Our youth deserve better. We…
Over six years ago, Kathleen Thornton had just retired from a 47 year career in both the public and private sectors and was searching for an opportunity to give back. “I wanted to contribute my knowledge and experience to a…
Live United: Chris Darbee For most of Chris Darbee’s childhood, poverty was an everyday reality. Chris grew up in San Bernardino, a stark city with one of the lowest educational attainment rates and the highest crime rates in California. On…
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, MAY 4, 2018 – More than 100 Inland Empire area female leaders in business and philanthropy—and a few good men, too—joined forces Wednesday to raise more than $25,000 to help local children and students improve academic success and…
Chaffey College Students Learn to Network with Guidance from Business Leaders Rancho Cucamonga, CA—May 4, 2018: As Chaffey College student Christina Rosales walked into the Emerging Leaders Networking event on May 3, she glanced around nervously. It was her first…
Live United: Maria Torres Maria Torres’s connection to Inland Empire United Way was formed during her time working with San Bernardino County 211 as a Quality Assurance and Special Projects Coordinator. As part of the leadership team, she was able…
Students Receive Feedback and Advice from Local Business Professionals Rancho Cucamonga, CA—April 27, 2018: With graduation around the corner, dozens of Garey High School seniors received a boost of confidence from an afternoon of mock job interviews held by Inland…
Over 300 IEUW Volunteers Transform Corona Elementary School School Makeover Promotes Positivity & Beautification to Inspire Students Rancho Cucamonga, CA – Thanks to Inland Empire United Way (IEUW) and the support of over 300 community volunteers, and the financial support…
The striking statistic of 1 in 4 children in the Inland Empire Region living in poverty is borne out daily throughout the Ontario Montclair School District and specifically in Del Norte Elementary School's enrollment. Because of IEUW Kids Pack weekend…
Live United: Carmen Mejico Carmen has worked as an educator for many years including a school administrator for thirteen years, serving as assistant principal for two years and in her current role as Del Norte Elementary’s Principal for the past…
Live United: Lynda Will Lynda Will is a familiar face at Inland Empire United Way. She stops in several times each month, bringing dozens of UPS employees to volunteer for programs such as Kids Pack and School Tools. As Lynda…
United Way's 211 Pathways Home helps deliver housing and hope to the homeless.
Inland Empire United Way brings hope and school supplies to disadvantaged students through the School Tools program.
Nearly 100 Attendees Learn About Transportation Options for Low-Income Residents of San Bernardino County Inland Empire United Way, Rancho Cucamonga, CA—March 28, 2018: On Tuesday, March 27, 211 San Bernardino County hosted a forum on transportation access and mobility solutions…
Live United: Gary Madden For some, a life in the non-profit world is a straight path. For others, like Gary Madden, it takes years and clear indications that a change of direction is required. With his motto to be “an…
Inland Empire United Way brought hope to Evangelina's family through the Kids Pack program.
Join us on Thursday, April 12, 2018 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. for an Open House & Mixer event. You are invited to experience, first-hand, the work of United Way in the Inland Empire. Stop in for a quick tour of…
Rancho Cucamonga, CA –Inland Empire United Way (IEUW) held its seventh annual Challenge for Children Gala last night, March 8, 2018. The festive evening of dinner, drinks, live entertainment, and silent auctions raised funds for United Way’s programs that feed…
ieReads Launches Its First Annual Read Across America Event Thousands of San Bernardino County Children Enjoy Storytime with ieReads Volunteers Rancho Cucamonga, CA—March 2, 2018: As part of the nationwide Read Across America movement, ieReads sent nearly 80 volunteers to…
Friday’s Promise Scholars Card Writing Party connected college-educated community members with 5th graders in the Ontario-Montclair School District. Each volunteer answered questions from kids with heartfelt letters of encouragement. Chino Hills-based lawyer and Promise Scholars volunteer Joe Antonelli described his…
By JOE NELSON | jnelson@scng.com | San Bernardino Sun January 27, 2018 at 7:00 am The small one-bedroom apartment in northeast San Bernardino is certainly no Taj Mahal, but for MaryAnn Padilla, who has spent roughly a third of her life homeless on…
This is from a thank you letter written by staff at a Middle School in the Ontario Montclair School District about the positive impact of our Kids Pack Program, which feeds homeless and very low-income children every weekend of the…
Inland Empire United Way (IEUW) is looking for its next President & CEO. William Hobbs, retired President & CEO of YMCA West End has been named interim President of Inland Empire United Way while its board searches for a new…
Do you need help preparing your taxes? FREE assistance is available! The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program is national and offers free help to people who make a limited income and need help preparing their tax returns. IRS-certified volunteers…
The theme is Inspiring Stories of Hope, which is United Way’s goal for local underprivileged children, their families, and our entire community. It is our goal to raise $100,000 to help local youth to succeed in school and to be inspired…
Rancho Cucamonga, CA - On Wednesday, November 15, 2017, Inland Empire United Way launched Women United to rally women in the community to make a meaningful, lasting difference in the Inland Empire. The Women United launch was held at the…
“The first time I had any hope at all was when I called 2-1-1 and Gail, the voice on the line, said, ‘I guarantee we are going to make something happen for you.’” Dennis, a veteran, moved to the Inland…
Rancho Cucamonga, CA – Inland Empire United Way is launching a new affinity group in 2017 - Women United. This group will be a part of the powerful, global network within United Way of 70,000+ women leaders across more than…
Rancho Cucamonga, CA – Thanks to Inland Empire United Way (IEUW) and Hillside Community Church, West Randall Elementary School received a campus makeover that transformed the school grounds into a dynamic and visually stimulating learning environment that the students,…
Did you know? In addition to providing live help 24/7, 211 also offers: Certified Peer Support for Veterans by Veterans Entry Point and countywide coordination for homelessness Enrollment into CalFresh during calls Enrollment into low-cost high speed internet access during…
Women United® is a vibrant, diverse community of 70,000+ women leaders within United Way who transform communities across the world. The group is a powerful, global network of strong women in more than 165 communities across six countries. Since 2002,…
Veterans are proven leaders. But they’re also human. Veterans can face money problems and mental health challenges, or retreat from family and friends as they adjust to civilian life. Don’t ignore the hardships that could jeopardize the health, livelihood, or homes of Veterans you…
Del Norte Elementary School in Ontario, California received a United Way School Makeover on Saturday, October 7, 2017. [View photos of the makeover] "The United Way has blessed us with a makeover and we are so very excited about that.…
In her own words I am the mother of four beautiful children, Sofia, Ulises, Elias, and Ezperansa. My passion has always been to help people, but being a victim of domestic violence was a barrier that kept me from pursuing…
"Mom, look! I have my own bed!" are the happy words exclaimed by 4 year old Josh. Erica and her son, Josh, through circumstances beyond their control, found themselves experiencing homelessness, scared, and with no place to go. Thanks to…
Tracy Simmons was recently elected the incoming chairwoman for Inland Empire United Way’s Board of Directors. As a mom and the Inland Empire Regional Vice President for Enterprise Rent-a-Car, managing the second largest region in the country, including 64 branches,…
Rancho Cucamonga, CA - Inland Empire United Way (IEUW) thanks Greg Bradbard for his outstanding service as President and CEO over the past seven years. He has played a critical role in the development and success of the organization, working…
To quote an old Gershwin tune, it’s “Summertime, and the livin’ is easy.” By this point in the summer, most kids are enjoying the warmer weather, later bedtimes, and no homework. As moms and dads, most of us are trying…
New Inland Empire Restaurant partnered with community nonprofit for opening weekend. The opening of Stonefire Grill in Rancho Cucamonga marks the ninth opening for the brand and continues the tradition of partnering with a local nonprofit as part of its opening.…
Staples and Inland Empire United Way teamed up on June 21, 2017 to encourage young readers and early literacy. This took part on United Way's annual Day of Action, an event that mobilizes volunteers to make a difference in their local…
Rancho Cucamonga, CA - Inland Empire United Way announces $555,000 in commitments to local nonprofit organizations working to meet basic needs and provide lasting impact in the areas of Education, Health, and Financial Stability in the Inland Empire. Grants ranging…
Rancho Cucamonga, CA – Inland Empire United Way announces $555,000 in commitments to local nonprofit organizations working to meet basic needs and provide lasting impact in the areas of Education, Health, and Financial Stability in the Inland Empire. Grants ranging…
Rancho Cucamonga, CA –Inland Empire United Way (IEUW) has received a $20,000 grant from the Bank of America Charitable Foundation to feed hungry kids in the Inland Empire through its Kids Pack program. Kids Pack addresses food insecurity for homeless…
Bank of America recently announced it has awarded $387,500 in economic mobility grants to 43 nonprofits working to increase basic needs, education and workforce development opportunities in the Inland Empire. The Inland Empire is seeing steady economic growth with the…
As soon as I entered the Garey High School gym, I could sense anticipation in the air. The bleachers were packed with students eager for the ceremony to begin. Parents, teachers and administrators sat in the front row. Music played…
Click to View Event Photos Rancho Cucamonga, CA – Thanks to Inland Empire United Way (IEUW) with its corporate and community partners, Alcott Elementary School teachers and students received a pleasant surprise when they arrived at school on Monday, May…
There is one fact that is true of all adults. Regardless of where we grew up, the color of our skin, our political views, or what we do for a living, every one of us was once a child. We…
United Way unveils new and improved 211 help number In 2006, a phone center was established to answer calls from those in San Bernardino County needing anything from housing to healthcare, from dental to disaster services. The concept was simple:…
“I remember you from the bank,” called out one student as Juan entered the classroom. “You talked to me while my mom was with a teller.” Juan Mora, a program manager for Wells Fargo, was visiting Alcott Elementary School in…
Desiree’s world was suddenly turned upside down when her 3-year-old son was diagnosed with brain cancer. After numerous emergency room visits and shifting her attention to her son’s care, she lost her job, lost her apartment and her vehicle soon…
5 years of Impact: Creating New Possibilities in the Inland Empire A look back at the last 5 years of the impact Inland Empire United Way has made in the community. Feeding hungry children Equipping students for success Preparing youth…
Kathleen Camarillo is a teacher at Haynes Elementary School in the Ontario Montclair School District. Over the past 16 years in the classroom, she has learned that children in our community need much more than academic instruction. This reality really hit home…
Rancho Cucamonga, CA –Inland Empire United Way (IEUW) held its sixth annual Challenge for Children Gala last night, March 9, 2017. The festive evening of dinner, drinks, live entertainment, and silent auctions raised funds for United Way’s programs that feed…
Hester was homeless, hungry, struggling to find full-time work, and desperately needed someone to help her get back on her feet. She thought that she had nobody to turn to, until she heard about 2-1-1. Little did she know, calling…
The theme is Creating New Possibilities, which is United Way’s goal for local underprivileged children, their families, and our entire community. President & CEO, Inland Empire United Way The goal is to raise $100,000 to help local youth to succeed…
By Gregory Bradbard, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin POSTED: 01/28/17, 2:29 PM PST | UPDATED: 1 DAY AGO The new ieVolunteers website is a hub for regional volunteer opportunities. How different would our community look if all of us took the…
Do you need help preparing your taxes? FREE assistance is available! The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program is national and offers free help to people who make a limited income and need help preparing their tax returns. IRS-certified volunteers…
Her mother was incarcerated. Her father was nowhere to be found. Grandma was doing her best, but had to work late hours to make ends meet. Twelve-year-old Samantha often arrived to school tired and hungry, not having eaten any breakfast.…
San Bernardino, CA (December 21, 2016) – Through a grant provided by the Inland Empire United Way, Community Action Partnership of San Bernardino County (CAPSBC) has been diligently working to provide disaster relief for victims of the Blue Cut Fire…
HandsOn Inland Empire is becoming ieVolunteers! We are excited to transition from the HandsOn Network to our own ieVolunteers initiative, which will continue to connect caring people in our community with a variety of meaningful volunteer opportunities throughout Inland Empire…
By Charity Lindsey Staff Writer VICTORVILLE - The smiles beaming across a class full of fourth grade faces Wednesday morning were thanks to a company on a mission to give school supplies to classrooms in need, including those at Park…
Mark your calendar for the 6th Annual Challenge for Children Gala on March 9, 2017 New Location! The beautiful Sheraton Fairplex Conference Center The Inland Empire United Way invites you to join us and step up to the challenge to break…