About IEHP Foundation
IEHP Foundation & History
Because of IEHP Foundation, Inland Empire residents have greater access to the services and resources that lay the foundation for good health. We know that 80% of health outcomes are the result of non-clinical factors. IEHP Foundation invests in organizations and leaders whowork to build healthier neighborhoods and cultivate healthy living to help reduce chronic health conditions and improve well-being.
While IEHP delivers clinic-based healthcare services, the Foundation focuses on improving the community conditions that shape a person’s health, like access to food, housing, mental health care and economic opportunity. Our independence as an organization allows us to invest flexibly in long-term, community-led solutions to help improve health and wellness across the region.
IEHP Foundation is dedicated to advancing Vibrant Health – increasing access to nourishing food, safe housing, mental health care and the everyday conditions that support well-being because good health starts in communities, homes, and workplaces. At IEHP Foundation, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a full, healthy life.
We are Guided By Mission & Vision
Mission: We inspire and ignite the health of the Inland Empire.
Vision: We will not rest until the promise of Vibrant Health exists for all of us.
Values: We foster a sense of belonging. We approach our work with humility. We are fearless.
Investing in Health Today to Improve Health Outcomes Tomorrow
We support organizations that serve families with children across the Inland Empire in an effort to build healthier neighborhoods and encourage healthier behaviors.
IEHP Foundation invests in the following areas:
- Nonprofit infrastructure – Strengthening nonprofit capacity, advocacy, and collaboration.
- Basic needs access – Improving access to nutritious food and healthcare services.
- Quality jobs – Access to career pathways for the healthcare and social service workforce.
- Affordable housing – Quality, affordable rental housing and homeownership.
- Healthier community environments – Creating the conditions that encourage healthy behaviors including diet, exercise, movement and healthy relationships.
Learn more about our focus areas, investment priorities and funding strategies here.
Inland Empire at a Glance
The Inland Empire is a vibrant and rapidly growing region, home to over 4.6 million residents – spanning across San Bernardino and Riverside Counties. With its geographic and ethnic diversity, the region represents the future of California as one of the fastest-growing areas in the state. The IE is known as a region of opportunity, natural beauty and a favorable quality of life.
However, despite its many strengths, the region faces challenges in promoting positive health outcomes for all its residents. While there is room for improvement, the region is collectively working to address these issues and to create a healthier, more inclusive community. By focusing on building strong systems, supporting those who need the most help, and empowering communities from within, the Inland Empire is becoming a beacon of Vibrant Health.
San Bernardino and Riverside counties rank below the 50th percentile in the Healthy Places Index (HPI) rankings, which measure health across the state. San Bernardino County’s collective average is in the 25th percentile, while Riverside County’s collective average is at the 41.1th percentile (CA Healthy Places Index). By working collectively as a region, we aim to improve these rankings over the coming years.
