Hurricane Milton: How To Help

Indian River Community Foundation is giving $1 million to the United Way of Indian River County’s Disaster Response and Recovery Fund. These dollars will be used to support relief and recovery efforts benefitting Indian River County residents affected by the storm. Learn more about how you can help.

Indian River Community Foundation

About Us

Indian River Community Foundation was founded in 2008 with a mission of building a better community through donor-driven philanthropy. With assets of around $100 million, the Community Foundation and its clients have awarded over $130 million in grants, mostly to local nonprofit organizations.

Annual Report

Our Progress

Despite challenges presented by the pandemic, the Community Foundation’s 2023-2024 fiscal year was another of strong growth, increased financial stability, consistent service to clients and local charities, and meaningful community impact through grantmaking and launch of Indian River Indicators.

Open a Charitable Giving Account

About Our Funds

We offer a range of charitable funds-each a great giving option for philanthropy. Many of our funds are donor advised - a powerful tool that lets you make a gift and stay involved recommending uses for your gift. We also hold a field of interest, designated, and unrestricted funds.

Indian River Indicators

Find Local Data

Indian River Indicators annually provides key data and info on our community that can be used to support and sustain proven programs. It can also be used by community leaders to develop policy, promote promising practices or inspire innovation leading to solutions to persistent community challenges.

Apply for a Grant

About Our Grants

Most Community Foundation grants are awarded from charitable giving accounts established and advised by local individuals and families. Thanks to generous contributions from anonymous local philanthropists, Community Foundation is also able to annually award a limited number of competitive grants.

Our Leadership

About Our Board and Staff

The Community Foundation is led by an engaged board of directors. These active members of the community volunteer time and expertise to ensure our mission is fulfilled. Our staff is comprised of local philanthropy experts providing excellent service to clients, nonprofits, and community partners.

Indian River Community Foundation

Give Now

Make a credit card donation to the Community Foundation or to a fund.

Establish a Fund

Organize Your Charitable Giving

Simple steps to establish a fund:

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Name your fund.

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Provide your contact information.

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Choose a fund type.

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Choose a method of investment.

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Contribute to your fund.

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Start using your fund to make grants.

What Sparks Your Generosity?

Leave a Legacy

Make a bequest or other planned gift to charity.

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News & Events

Read the latest news and insights about our work and community.

November 6, 2024
Indian River Insights from Vero Beach...
In partnership with Vero Beach Magazine, Indian River Community Foundation’s President and CEO, Jeff Pickering, writes a...
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November 4, 2024
IRCF Awards Helping Hands Program of...
Helping Hands Program of South County is dedicated to empowering students and parents by providing them...
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October 29, 2024
IRCF Awards Float Hope $25,000
Through swimming, Float Hope of Indian River County advantages girls and boys to gain life-saving skills...
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