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Summer Program Options Available for Children and Youth
April 16, 2024
The BOOST Network has launched the 2024 “Spring Into Summer” campaign. The campaign is designed to support parents and caregivers in the community by promoting enrollment in quality summer programs offered by the region’s out-of-school time (OST) providers and highlighting the importance of these programs for the overall health development of children and youth.
Individuals are encouraged to visit the interactive “Summer Program Guide” on the BOOST Network website (theboostnetwork.org). The guide includes a comprehensive list of summer programs in the Paso del Norte region (El Paso,…
REALIZE Board training in El Paso and Las Cruces
April 16, 2024
Are you looking to join a nonprofit board with an understanding of best practices in nonprofit governance?
The REALIZE Board is a custom board leadership program designed to ensure the success of nonprofit organizations, boards, and executives. Through workshops, training, and summits, the REALIZE Board program fully prepares individuals to undertake their critical responsibilities of serving their organizations and the community.
The Lunch and Learn series offers one-hour courses on understanding board member roles and responsibilities, nonprofit board structure, fundraising…
Health Foundation program team shared funding opportunities with NM organizations
April 16, 2024
The Health Foundation hosted an information session in Las Cruces, New Mexico, at the Burrell College Osteopathic Medicine for nonprofit organizations in Doña Ana, Luna, and Otero Counties. The program team shared the mission of the Health Foundation and the work we do to improve the region’s health in three priority areas: Healthy Living, Disease Prevention and Management, and Health Leadership. Information related to funding opportunities and how to get involved was also shared.
For more information on the Health Foundation and to sign up for news alerts, visit pdnhf.org.
Foundations welcome new team members
April 16, 2024
The Paso del Norte Health Foundation and Paso del Norte Community Foundation are pleased to welcome two new members to our Foundation team: Mercedez Hernandez as the Operations Support Assistant and Alejandra Martinez as an Accountant I.
Mercedez is the friendly face you first meet when visiting our office. She provides administrative and general support for the Paso del Norte Health Foundation and Paso del Norte Community Foundation. Born and raised in El Paso, Mercedez has been in the customer care industry for over 10 years. Customer care has always been her passion. She makes…
PdNCF staffer appointed to Emergence Health Network Board
April 16, 2024
Congratulations to Kellie Burns-Franco, Director of Development for the Paso del Norte Community Foundation, on being selected to serve on the Emergence Health Network Board of Trustees.
The Emergence Board consists of seven individuals appointed by the County of El Paso and El Paso County Hospital District to serve for two years. Kellie was nominated by the County Judge.
In her role as Development Director for the PdNCF, Kellie is responsible for implementing a comprehensive community outreach, and communications plan to increase awareness of the Paso del Norte Community Foundation…
Collaboration and Improvements in the Mental Health and Substance Use Service System for our Community
April 16, 2024
The El Paso Behavioral Health Consortium (Consortium) gathered at El Paso Community College in March to acknowledge collaborations and improvements in the mental health and substance use service systems for children, youth, and families. Formed to assess the El Paso community’s behavioral health system in anticipation of future service needs and funding trends, the Consortium has been instrumental in driving positive change.
Panelists for the General Meeting of the Consortium included leaders from Aliviane, Inc.; Paso del Norte Center of Hope; El Paso Juvenile Justice Center,…
Celebrate Trail Day
April 16, 2024
Grab your shovels, gloves, and sun protection as we come together to enhance the Paso del Norte Trail and beautify our community. In celebration of Celebrate Trails Day, 25 trees were donated by Eastside Discount Nursery to be planted along the Playa Drain Trail from Mimosa Avenue to Durill Road.
“Celebrate Trails Day: Planting Roots with the Community” will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at 8:30 AM, at 7499 Mimosa Avenue, El Paso, Texas 79915. Parking is available at Cedar Grove Pond Park and Saint Paul the Apostle Catholic Church.
Planting trees along the Trail is essential,…
2023 Annual Report
April 16, 2024
The boards and staff of the Paso del Norte Health Foundation, Paso del Norte Community Foundation, and Fundación Paso del Norte in Ciudad Juárez are pleased to announce the release of our 2023 Annual Reports.
The Paso del Norte region is home to the most well-respected bootmakers in the world. Handcrafted, durable, and resilient, cowboy boots are symbolic of our special region – and the work of our foundations to improve health, education, social services, economic development, and quality of life in our binational, tri-state region. It’s in our sole.
View our 2023 annual reports to…
Diabetes Alert Day!
March 19, 2024
Mark your calendar on March 26 for Diabetes Alert Day! This is an important opportunity to raise awareness and support for those with diabetes.
Take a FREE online diabetes risk test to see if you or a loved one are at risk for type 2 diabetes. Scores of five or higher indicate a higher risk and should be discussed with a healthcare professional or visit the El Paso Center for Diabetes for a free screening.
For more information, visit https://epdiabetes.org/now-what/.
Texas funders come together to improve mental health
March 19, 2024
Paso del Norte Health Foundation CEO, Tracy Yellen, joined representatives from Texas-based mental health funders for a semi-annual meeting in San Antonio. Hosted by the H.E. Butt Foundation and Methodist Healthcare Ministries, the funders group gathered to learn best practices in mental and behavioral health with sessions on the collaborative work of faith-based communities and the Southwest Texas Regional Advisory Council (STRAC).
The Health Foundation supports grants in the Paso del Norte region to reduce the stigma associated with mental illness and increase access to mental health…
