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On behalf of the 2010
Ivy Educational and Charitable Foundation of Houston, Inc., Board of
Directors and over 600 members, I am honored and privileged to
welcome you to our web site.
For 29 years, Ivy Educational and Charitable
Foundation of Houston, Inc. has stood united in the advancement of
our purpose to raise funds for the charitable, educational and
scientific projects, and financially assist high school and college
scholars reach their career goals.
Our members have been committed to the spirit of
community giving with the heartfelt belief that “To whom much is
given much is required”. The donation of many volunteer hours from
an active membership, as well as the board, ensures the continuing
success of this viable entity.
Since its inception, the IEACF has funded
approximately $300,000 for scholarships and made contributions to
community service organizations and projects including: Susan G.
Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, Dress for Success, Houston Area
Urban League, Hazel Hainsworth Young Library, National Advancement
of Colored People (NAACP) Texas Children’s Hospital, Blue-Triangle
Multipurpose Center, Ensemble Theater, the Afro-Academic, Cultural,
Technological and Scientific Olympics (ACT-SO), American Red Cross,
Travis Smiley Foundation, Bread of Life, Julia C. Hester House, and
many others.
Not only do we have the unwavering support of our
members, we also recognize and appreciate the generous contributions
from corporate sponsors, community supporters, family and friends.
They help us to help others.
The IEACF is a public, non- profit, that depends on
philanthropic individuals and organizations for support. We are
excited and energized about their extraordinary endeavors, superior
service and prolific participation on behalf of the Ivy Educational
and Charitable Foundation of Houston, Inc. Therefore, it is in the
spirit of giving, that the IEACF invite those who share our vision,
to join our team. Help us to continue an outstanding legacy of gift
giving in the Houston Metropolitan area and beyond, with passion,
purpose and pride.
Thank you in advance for your consideration and
kindness.
Sincerely,
Regina Horton
Carrington, President
IEACF Board of Directors
email:
Regina1908@ymail.com |