United Cerebral Palsy of the Inland Empire (UCPIE) is a 501 (c) (3) organization incorporated in 1985. UCPIE is an affiliate of over 60 national United Cerebral Palsy organizations providing services to people with developmental disabilities beyond cerebral palsy. UCPIE provides programs and services in the Inland Empire in both Riverside and San Bernardino counties. UCPIE’s mission is to advance the independence, productivity and full citizenship of people with disabilities. Services provided are for individuals diagnosed with cerebral palsy, autism, down syndrome, epilepsy, intellectual delay and other disabilities.
How does UCPIE carry out its mission?
- United Cerebral Palsy of the Inland Empire believes in community first. This means UCPIE does not intend to and cannot provide all services required by a person with a wide range of needs. Instead UCPIE believes that by building community partners and creating inclusion opportunities UCPIE will create an environment that facilitates independence and empowerment for the individuals it serves. UCPIE’s services are community based. Services provided are in-home respite care, Skill Builders after-school and summer programs, adaptive sports – team freedom, and resource and referral services by appointment, over the phone, and on social media.
- UCPIE’s board of directors and leadership serve its staff by providing a culture where their work is nurtured and valued. Our qualified and caring staff is supported in their goal to provide high quality direct care.
Tour de Palm Springs in Coachella Valley
Annual charity cycling event in downtown Palm Springs
The Tour de Palm Springs is one of the largest and most festive cycling charity events of its kind in America. Every year, we entertain up to 8,000 cyclists from 46 different states and 4 countries. Since 1998, and with the help of 1,500 volunteers, the Tour de Palm Springs has raised nearly $5,000,000 for over 150 local nonprofit organizations.
Fundraising through the Tour de Palm Springs directly supports and strengthens our local charities, helping them grow and continue making a positive impact throughout the Coachella Valley.