The idyllic landscapes of Maui have long been a paradise for residents and visitors alike. However, the recent catastrophic fires that swept through the island have left behind a trail of destruction, displacing families, destroying homes, and altering the very fabric of these communities. In...

August 17th is National Nonprofit Day, a day dedicated to recognizing and honoring the incredible contributions of nonprofit organizations to our communities and beyond. There are 832 501(c)(3) charitable organizations in Indian River County of which 175 filed a 990 Tax Return with the IRS....

On July 20th the Humane Society of Vero Beach & Indian River County announced that their admissions department would be closing temporarily due to the “the critical lack of space to accommodate the unprecedented influx of owner surrender and stray animals”. According to a recent...

Youth Sailing Foundation of Indian River County works to provide Indian River County with educational, recreational, and competitive sailing programs for all ages in a fun and safe environment. Indian River Community Foundation recently awarded YSF $50,000 towards their capital campaign to build a community sailing...

Thanks to the generous contributions from the residents and members of the Indian River Club, Head, Heart and Hands (HHH) is issuing this Request for Proposals (RFP). To read the full request for proposals, please click here. The application process begins with a Letter of...

The VNA of the Treasure Coast provides compassionate, innovative care of the highest quality, setting the standard for patients and are givers needing home health, hospice, and community health services. Indian River Community Foundation recently awarded the VNA $50,000 to support the Mobile Health Clinic....

Indian River Community Foundation awarded grants totaling $210,000 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...

For over 30 years, The Hope for Families Center (HFC) has been an integral part of improving the lives of families in crisis. This organization values the family and often helps break the cycle of generational poverty and homelessness. Indian River Community Foundation recently awarded HFC $50,000...

Founded in 2015, Bike Walk Indian River County is a coalition of community volunteers with the mission to make our transportation network safer to walk and ride bikes. Indian River Community Foundation recently awarded Bike Walk $10,000 for The Bike Rehab Project from the Community...

Brooke Sauserman, Kristi Walsh, Toni Hamner & Sabrina Barnes Children's Home Society (CHS) builds bridges to success for children in order to achieve a world where children realize their full potential. Indian River Community Foundation recently awarded CHS $25,000 to support the Transitional Living Program. CHS's Transitional...