Celebrating the Inaugural Collaborative Capacity Building Grant Champions
On Friday, May 24, nearly 30 nonprofit leaders from across San Bernardino County met in person for the first time, even though they had been meeting online for weeks. These individuals comprise the first cohort of the IEHP Foundation’s Collaborative Capacity Building Grant, which strengthens community-based organizations’ (CBOs) business operations.
Understanding the Impact: May Mental Health Awareness and the May Revise
As you may know, May is Mental Health Awareness Month, dedicated to recognizing and addressing the challenges faced by millions of Americans living with various mental and behavioral health conditions. However, the key to the delivery of vital mental health services and resources is the provision of robust local, regional and state funding to ensure quality care to the most vulnerable individuals across our region.
Advancing Vibrant Health through the Power of Advocacy
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif., May 17, 2024 —The importance of nonprofits’ engagement in public policy and advocacy was a central theme at our inaugural IE Vibrant Health Forum: Unpacking the Governor’s May Revision to the California State Budget held on Friday, May 17.
Introducing Champions for Vibrant Health
At IEHP Foundation, we are on a mission to inspire and ignite the health of the Inland Empire. However, we recognize that we can’t do this work alone. We will only make a long-lasting impact through collaboration with our on-the-ground partners, who are actively working to improve the health and well-being of their communities each and every day.
What is Health Equity, and Why Does it Matter?
Our work centers around health equity to ensure that our region becomes a beacon of Vibrant Health—meaning everyone has a fair chance to be as healthy as possible. Making sure no one is at a disadvantage because of factors such as where they live, socioeconomic status, race, gender or background.
IEHP Foundation Board of Directors: Stewards of Vibrant Health
IEHP Foundation is guided by an esteemed, experienced and passionate group of individuals who comprise the Board of Directors. Combined with their sincere and heartfelt desire to make a difference for all the communities in the region, the board is committed to long-term sustainable change for overall community health improvement. The Board of Directors reflects […]
IEHP Foundation Board Member Spotlight: Regina Weatherspoon-Bell
Regina Weatherspoon-Bell is a businesswoman, nonprofit founder/CEO, creative event and documentary producer and community volunteer. In 2020 she concluded two terms serving as Deputy Director for the First District San Bernardino County Supervisor Robert Lovingood. During the past twelve years, she grew her nonprofit, Dreamers, Visionaries & Leaders (DVL) Project, into a well-recognized established brand […]
National Philanthropy Day: Celebrating the valuable contributions of fundraising and philanthropy
Over 200 nonprofit professionals and community leaders gathered to celebrate philanthropy and the hardworking individuals who help raise funds, resources and support for Inland Empire nonprofits. IEHP Foundation hosted the Association of Fundraising Professionals Inland Empire Chapter‘s Annual National Philanthropy Day on November 15 at IEHP’s atrium in Rancho Cucamonga. National Philanthropy Day is celebrated […]
IEHP Foundation Board Member Spotlight: Josh Candelaria
Josh Candelaria is a highly experienced government affairs leader known for his unwavering commitment and dedication to the Inland Empire. He has been a vocal and passionate advocate for the region, working extensively to promote its interests and improve the lives of its residents. Candelaria is the principal of Viewpoint Advocacy, a small boutique government […]
IEHP Foundation Board Member Spotlight: Jarrod McNaughton, MBA, FACHE
Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) CEO Jarrod McNaughton is not your average chief executive. He is known for his approachability with team members and IEHP members and his willingness to travel to every corner of the region to listen, learn and compassionately serve the needs of the most vulnerable populations within the Inland Empire. As […]