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Over the course of the Storytelling for Fundraising and Advocacy Training, 20 Inland Empire nonprofit organizations learned communication techniques, including ethical and trauma-informed storytelling and how to identify stories within their agencies for impact.

As California prepares for Medi-Cal changes in 2026 and beyond, community-based organizations (CBOs) and public sector leaders are essential to ensuring Medi-Cal members, as well as the underinsured and uninsured, continue to access vital healthcare services.

Originally published in the Daily Bulletin on March 27, 2026 part of the Inspiring Vibrant Health Column. Did you know UC Riverside holds the distinction of being

When Inland Empire residents seek care for trauma and mental health care support, they often turn to a trusted partner: Citrus Counseling Services (CCS).

In 2025, CCS received a responsive grant from IEHP Foundation to help expand the local therapist workforce and increase diversity. To address the regional clinician shortage, CCS provides Trainees (graduate students) and Associates (pre-licensed therapists) with the clinical experience required for licensure.

IEHP Foundation CEO Greg Bradbard highlights the changes coming to Medi-Cal in 2026 and the impact on nonprofits and families across the Inland Empire. Originally published in the Daily Bulletin on January 24, 2026 part of the Inspiring Vibrant Health Column.

IEHP Foundation has launched the Storytelling for Advocacy & Fundraising Cohort, an eight-class training program to equip 35 nonprofit leaders representing 20 organizations with practical storytelling frameworks, tools and peer support. Each participating organization will receive a $1,500 grant upon completing the program to support storytelling projects that boost fundraising and advocacy.

Originally published in the Daily Bulletin on Friday, November 28, 2025, part of the Inspiring Vibrant Health Column. In a region often overlooked in statewide

Originally published in The San Bernardino Sun, October 24, 2025, part of the monthly series, Inspiring Vibrant Health Column.

IEHP Foundation is thrilled to welcome Randall Lewis UCR Policy Fellow Jocelyn Escobar (left) and Randall Lewis Health Policy Fellow Stephanie Fang (right).

After seven weeks of strengthening nonprofit fundraising and development skills and enhancing best practices and materials, 22 nonprofit leaders celebrated their graduation from the inaugural Vibrant Health Fundraising Cohort.

California is facing a well-known housing shortage, particularly in the Inland Empire. Originally published in The Daily Bulletin n on August 30, 2025, part of the monthly series, Inspiring Vibrant Health Column.

In response to the urgent need for improved housing availability and affordability, various efforts are underway at multiple levels to increase production across Riverside and San Bernardino counties.

August is National Wellness Month, making it an ideal time to explore evidence-based tips and tools for creating healthier environments at home, in the workplace, and within our communities. Nearly 100 nonprofit and chamber leaders gathered for the IE Vibrant Health Forum: A Community-Centric Approach to Health on August 14, 2025, where they heard from experts affiliated with the Blue Zones Project in Riverside County.

The Inland Empire is home to over 4.6 million residents and rapidly growing in population. Despite its size and potential, the region receives just $25.55

Originally published in The San Bernardino Sun on July 25, 2025, part of the monthly series, Inspiring Vibrant Health Column.

Communities across the Inland Empire are experiencing food insecurities. Learn how multiple organizations are coming together to provide fresh fruits and vegetables across the region.

IEHP Foundation is investing in place-based initiatives, including the Blue Zones Project in Riverside County and Vibrant Villages in San Bernardino County. Both aim to collaborate with residents, community leaders and nonprofit organizations to create healthier, happier neighborhoods. This article was originally published in The Daily Bulletin, part of our monthly Inspiring Vibrant Health Column.

For over 40 years, Desert Sanctuary Inc., based in the city of Barstow, has served as a critical resource for individuals and families affected by domestic abuse. The organization is dedicated to helping families navigate crisis, recovery and ultimately work to acheive Vibrant Health.

On Thursday, May 23, over 100 nonprofit leaders gathered from across the Inland Empire to enhance their skills to identify, amplify and harness the transformative power of storytelling to foster change and inspire action.

Written by: Akunna Jeanette Chilaka, MPP Candidate, University of California, Irvine | Randall Lewis Health & Policy Fellow

As a Master of Public Policy candidate at UC Irvine, I never imagined that my fellowship with IEHP Foundation would transform my understanding of public health so profoundly. Let me take you through my personal journey with the Vibrant Villages project, an innovative approach to health equity in the Inland Empire.