Indian River Community Foundation awarded grants totaling $150,000 to six nonprofit charitable organizations serving Indian River County. The grants were reviewed by a Grants Committee comprised of volunteers Suzanne Bertman, Pat Brier, Dale Jacobs, Toni Hamner, Wanda Lincoln, Dawn Michael, and Angelia Perry. The grants...

Established in 2000, the Boys and Girls Club of Indian River County works to inspire and enable all young people, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible citizens. Indian River Community Foundation recently awarded the Boys and Girls Clubs...

Founded in 1994, Childcare Resources of Indian River elevates and promotes the highest quality early childhood development and education in Indian River County, focusing on economically challenged children and families. Indian River Community Foundation recently awarded Childcare Resources $25,000 from the Community Enrichment Fund to...

Last year, charitable giving in the US was down by almost 10% compared to the prior year. Indian River Community Foundation fared better, although contributions by clients to their charitable giving accounts remained flat largely due to downward market pressure on the most common type...

Jeff Pickering, Sue Dean, Tara Wright, Leslie Bowen, & Brooke Sauserman Founded in 2009, The Buggy Bunch is dedicated to building relationships and meeting the needs of Indian River County moms and their families. Their vision is that all Indian River County moms and families...

International Volunteer Day, observed annually on December 5th, provides an opportunity to recognize and applaud the selfless efforts of millions of volunteers around the world. Volunteering embodies the spirit of giving back to society, promoting empathy, and creating a sense of shared responsibility. On this...

The Women's Club of Vero Beach, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that has been in existence since 1915. The mission of the Women's Club is to promote friendship among all women in Indian River County, host educational activities, provide charitable outreach to the community, and preserve...

Indian River Community Foundation awarded grants totaling $115,000 to four nonprofit charitable organizations serving Indian River County. The grants were reviewed by a Grants Committee comprised of volunteers Suzanne Bertman, Pat Brier, Dale Jacobs, Toni Hamner, Wanda Lincoln, Dawn Michael, and Angelia Perry. The grants...

For over 30 years, The Hope for Families Center (HFC) has been an integral part of improving the lives of families in crisis. The organization serves as the catalyst to get families back on their feet and provide the structure, education and resources to not only keep...

Indian River Community Foundation and Vero Beach Magazine have collaborated once again to produce the annual Guide to Better Giving. The Guide to Better Giving provides donors and volunteers with the ability to “know before you give” your time, talent or treasure. This year’s edition highlights the...