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Fundación Paso del Norte Kicks Off REALIZE Executive in Juárez
October 21, 2024
Eighteen leaders from Juárez were selected to participate in the third cohort of the REALIZE Leadership experience. Over the next 10 months, these executives that come from various nonprofits and diverse backgrounds will participate in a comprehensive program of training, executive coaching, and evaluations. The goal is to inspire them to become transformational leaders while strengthening key skills for both their personal and professional growth.
REALIZE in Juárez is modeled after the successful Paso del Norte Health Foundation’s REALIZE Executive program. This program offers a deeply…
Join Us for the Paso del Norte Tobacco Control Network’s Biennial Summit - November 1
October 15, 2024
Join us for the Paso del Norte Tobacco Control Network’s Biennial Summit on emerging youth trends in vaping, tobacco, and cannabis use.
The summit will focus on emerging commercial tobacco products among youth, explore the relationship between cannabis (THC) & nicotine use and their effects, share local resources to help persons quit tobacco, and close with strategies for youth tobacco prevention & intervention.
Friday, November 1, 2024
8:00 am to 1:30 pm
El Paso Community College Administration Building A
9050 Viscount Blvd, El Paso, TX 79925
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Nonprofit Brief: Exploring the Roles of Nonprofit Boards
October 15, 2024
We are pleased to share the latest Nonprofit Brief recently published by UTEP Associate Professor Dr. Eric Boyer and MPA Candidate Oyimchakhon Abdullaeva exploring the roles of nonprofit boards. The paper examines data collected from a survey sponsored by the Paso del Norte Health Foundation (PdNHF) in the spring of 2024, which included responses from 78 local nonprofit executives.
The data analysis includes some of the ways board size can influence the volume and types of revenue that support nonprofits. The results also highlight ways that specific areas of board training may affect…
Organizations receive funding in support of Mental Health and Emotional Well-being
October 15, 2024
The Paso del Norte Health Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of ten grants for over $2.4 million under the Disease Prevention and Management Priority Area - Mental Health and Emotional Well-being Initiative. These grants support our commitment to fostering emotional well-being, reducing stigma, and enhancing access to timely treatment. They aim to cultivate community support and inclusivity, ultimately reducing social isolation and fostering a culture of support and acceptance.
Grant Recipients:
Centro Caritativo para atencion de Enfermos de Sida A. C. - $89,993.72…
El Paso Juvenile Probation Department Shares Key Insights from Youth Needs Study
October 15, 2024
In a collaborative effort to reduce the number of youth entering the juvenile justice system, the El Paso Juvenile Probation Department partnered with the Paso del Norte Center at Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute, with support from the Paso del Norte Health Foundation and the Judicial Commission on Mental Health, to implement the School-Justice Pathways Youth Sequential Intercept Model (Youth SIM) Mapping Project.
The Youth SIM initiative brought together diverse community stakeholders—including educators, law enforcement, justice professionals, clinicians, and community-based…
Opportunity to Fund Programs related to Healthy Eating
October 15, 2024
The Paso del Norte Health Foundation seeks Letters of Intent (LOIs) from eligible organizations to promote healthy eating behaviors, including fruit and vegetable consumption.
A high-quality diet that includes fruits and vegetables and appropriate daily caloric intake can combat the onset of chronic diseases such as obesity and type 2 diabetes. Healthy eating patterns contribute to children’s healthy growth and development. Adults can reduce their risk of chronic illnesses or manage chronic conditions through a healthy diet.
The Health Foundation is interested in individual, family,…
Spotlight on Out-of-School Time Providers: Supporting Our Youth and Families
October 15, 2024
The Borderland Out-of-School Time (BOOST) Network recently gained recognition from the El Paso County Commissioners Court through a resolution supporting Lights on Afterschool—a nationwide initiative raising awareness of the crucial role of out-of-school time (OST) programs. These programs not only keep children safe but also foster learning and provide vital support for working families.
Held every October, Lights On Afterschool celebrates afterschool programs across the nation, underscoring their impact in shaping young minds and communities. BOOST Network, in partnership with OST…
A Foundation of Hope
September 27, 2024
Thank you to Texas Tech Health El Paso for showcasing the Paso del Norte Health Foundation’s investment in health promotion and disease prevention in our binational, tri-state region. We are grateful for our partnership in furthering our mission. The Paso del Norte Health Foundation recently announced a $5 million leadership commitment to Texas Tech Health El Paso to support comprehensive cancer care at the Steve and Nancy Fox Cancer Center. Click here to watch the video.
Health Foundation Makes a $5M Leadership Commitment to TTUHSC El Paso to Support Comprehensive Cancer Care at the Steve and Nancy Fox Cancer Center
September 23, 2024
In the continued efforts of the Paso del Norte Health Foundation to invest in health promotion and disease prevention, the Foundation has made a $5 million leadership commitment to Texas Tech Health El Paso to support comprehensive cancer care at the Steve and Nancy Fox Cancer Center.
The Paso del Norte Health Foundation was established nearly 30 years ago to lead, leverage and invest in initiatives, programs and policies that promote health and prevent disease in the Paso del Norte region. The $5 million grant…
Working together to prevent violence in Ciudad Juárez
September 18, 2024
The Fundación Paso del Norte, sister foundation of the Paso del Norte Health Foundation, is pleased to announce its partnership with FICOSEC and FECHAC entitled “Entrelazando Redes,” a comprehensive initiative designed to prevent and address gender violence and child sexual abuse in the Riberas del Bravo community of Cd. Juarez. With an investment of over 14 million pesos ($730K USD) from FICOSEC, FECHAC, and Fundación Paso del Norte with matching funds from the Hunt Family Foundation, three key components will be implemented including: 1) grants to support…