Meezy. An ieVolunteers Story.
United Way's ieVolunteers connects volunteers with meaningful, local opportunities to improve the lives of others and build a stronger community.
United Way Awards $566,000 in Grants to Inland Empire Nonprofit Organizations
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…
IEUW Board Names Dr. Felita Jones as Next President and CEO
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, MAY 31, 2018 – Inland Empire United Way's Board of Directors announces the appointment of Dr. Felita L. Jones as President and Chief Executive Officer effective May 29, 2018. Jones, a resident of San Bernardino County, has an…
IEUW’s Inaugural Handbags for Hope Event Raises more than $25,000 to Support Local Students
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 Welcomes Inland Empire United Way’s Emerging Leaders
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…
Launch Point Mock Job Interviews Prepare Garey High School Seniors for College and Career
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…
Corona Elementary School Makeover
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…
Tracy. A Pathways Home Story.
United Way's 211 Pathways Home helps deliver housing and hope to the homeless.
Lisa. A School Tools Story.
Inland Empire United Way brings hope and school supplies to disadvantaged students through the School Tools program.
211 San Bernardino County Hosts Access and Mobility Forum
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…
Evangelina. A Kids Pack Story.
Inland Empire United Way brought hope to Evangelina's family through the Kids Pack program.
ieReads – Read Across America Day
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…
San Bernardino homeless woman’s long journey in search of a place called home
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…
Kids Pack Offers Comfort & Support to Students in Need
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…
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance and MyFreeTaxes.com 2017
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…
Challenge for Children Gala – Save the Date
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…
Inland Empire United Way Launches Women United
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…
No Veteran Should Live or Die on Our Streets
“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…
Inland Empire United Way Launching Women United
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…
West Randall Elementary School Receives Stunning Transformation
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,…
We are a proud partner in the fight to end Veteran homelessness
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…
Inland Empire United Way board chair balances work, family, and philanthropy
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,…
Inland Empire United Way Thanks Greg Bradbard for EPIC Service as President & CEO
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…
Stonefire Grill Raises $17,500 for United Way
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 Partners with Inland Empire United Way to Encourage Young Readers
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…
United Way Awards $555,000 in Grants to Inland Empire Nonprofit Organizations
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…
United Way Awards $555,000 in Grants to Inland Empire Nonprofit Organizations
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…
United Way Awarded $20k Bank of America Grant to Feed Local Hungry Children
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 awards $387,500 in grants to Inland Empire nonprofits
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…
Inspiring Stories From Pomona’s Bright Prospect Graduates
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…
Alcott Elementary School Students and Teachers Surprised by School Transformation
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…
Speak for those too small to speak on their own
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…
New 211 Website Provides Help Anytime, Anywhere
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:…
Launch Point readiness for future careers
“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…
From homeless to housed: New program is having immediate success
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…
Creating New Possibilities 2012-2017
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…
Creating New Possibilities for Students in the Classrooms of Our Community
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…
Calling 2-1-1 Set Hester on a Path Toward Hope and Stability
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…
New website connects would-be volunteers in Inland Empire with groups looking for them
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…
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance and MyFreeTaxes.com
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…
Delivering Hope, Food, and Counseling to Redlands Families
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.…
Blue Cut Fire Victims Receiving Assistance from United Way Relief Fund
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
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…
853 High Desert Classrooms Receive School Supplies
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…