The Irene C. Hernandez Foundation

09/15/2026

Today members of the board and Hernandez family celebrated El Grito and the start of Hispanic Heritage Month at the Irene C. Hernandez Middle School. We had a wonderful time celebrating!

08/15/2026

Don’t miss out! Sign up & join us as we honor Joe’s legacy & support the Foundation! ⛳️💙 Joseph Hernandez

06/17/2026

The Irene C. Hernandez Foundation is proud to announce our 1st Annual Golf Outing fundraiser in memory of Joe, Irene’s son, who passed away in 2025.

An avid golfer and passionate supporter of the Foundation, Joe shared Irene’s deep commitment to helping others and giving back to the community.

Join us as we honor Joe’s legacy, support the Foundation’s mission, and begin a tradition we hope to continue for years to come. ⛳️💙

06/12/2026

Learn more about our student scholarships!

Empowering Students, One Scholarship at a Time Imagine the transformative power of a four-year scholarship for students and their communities. By alleviating financial burdens, we empower students to pursue their dreams and reach their full potential. On May 27, 2026, we proudly awarded $500 schol

06/11/2026

On May 28, 2026, we proudly awarded $500 scholarships to ten exceptional eighth-grade students, thanks to our generous supporters! These inspiring young individuals have shown remarkable potential, and their scholarships will allow them to purchase textbooks, technology, uniforms, and supplies, easing the financial strain on their families.

By sponsoring a student or contributing to our foundation, you support the ICH Foundation’s mission to improve graduation rates and reduce dropout rates for economically disadvantaged students. Your support enables us to inspire and empower even more students!

05/18/2026

Empower a student’s future! 📚✨ Sponsor a student today and help cover book fees, technology, uniforms, and supplies for one year of high school. Your support makes education possible!

https://www.irenechernandezfoundation.org/

04/06/2026

SAVE THE DATE! More info to come soon ⛳️🏌️

01/28/2026

Thank you to our incredible community for supporting our annual holiday fundraiser. With your support we were able to make a meaningful difference in the lives of families in need across the Chicagoland area. We provided vital items such as warm coats, clothing, groceries, toys and other essential supplies helping families feel supported during the holiday season. This year we were proud to partner with whose collaboration allowed us to make a bigger impact!

12/02/2025

Help us support the community this Your support means the world to us at the Irene C. Hernandez Foundation. All donations today will directly benefit families in need.

By contributing, you’re not just giving, you’re providing hope, comfort and a brighter future for those facing challenges. Let’s spread the love and joy this holiday season by extending a helping hand to those who need it most.

Click the link in our bio to donate, together we can make a meaningful impact on the lives of families in our community.

https://www.irenechernandezfoundation.org/donate

11/30/2025

SAVE THE DATE FOR GIVING TUESDAY!

https://www.irenechernandezfoundation.org/donate