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Providing support and funding opportunities to achieve good health
January 18, 2019
In 2018, the Paso del Norte Health Foundation invested nearly $10 million in grants/contracts designed to promote health and prevent disease in the region. Grants were awarded in the Health Foundation’s five priority areas: Healthy Eating Active Living, Tobacco and Alcohol Prevention, Mental Health and Emotional Well-being and Health Leadership. We are pleased to share the list of active grants for 2018 on our website, click here to view.
The Health Foundation provides opportunities to apply for grant funding in the five priority areas throughout…
2019 REALIZE Board Training Program ‘Lunch & Learn’ Series
January 17, 2019
The Paso del Norte Health Foundation, in partnership with the United Way of El Paso County, will present the first REALIZE Board Training Lunch & Learn Series of the new year.
Module One: Roles and Responsibilities of Individual Board Members
Tuesday, January 29, 2019
12 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Check-in begins at 11:30 a.m.
Paso del Norte Health Foundation
221 N. Kansas St., Suite 1900
Conference Room C
Stephanie Karr, former Executive Director of Center Against Sexual & Family Violence and BoardSource Certified Trainer will focus on increasing understanding of…
2019 State Legislative Briefing on Mental Health
January 17, 2019
Please join us for a preliminary analysis of mental health opportunities in the upcoming legislative session.
Wednesday, January 23, 2019
9 a.m.
Texas Tech Health Sciences Center El Paso
Medical Education Building (MEB), Room 1100
5001 El Paso Dr.
El Paso, Texas 79905
As you know, the Texas State Legislature meets once every two years during odd-numbered years. In 2017, significant progress was made in passing legislation to improve the mental health system of care in Texas. As the 86th session begins, mental health advocates seek to build on those…
PdNHF staff serving our community
January 17, 2019
Tracy Yellen, CEO of the Paso del Norte Community Foundation, was recently appointed to the Board of the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas - El Paso Branch.
The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas (Dallas Fed) is committed to building a vibrant economy. This is achieved through fair and informed access to financial markets for all consumers. The Dallas Fed works to understand the particular needs of underserved populations by engaging community leaders on effective community development policies and strategies related to education, health and affordable housing. With growing evidence that…
Paso del Norte Trail Corporation Support
January 10, 2019
The Paso del Norte Health Foundation (Health Foundation) is seeking consultant services to provide support in advocating for adoption of the county-wide Paso del Norte Trail and establishing a Trail Corporation that will lead and coordinate associated regional efforts.
Applications accepted: January 14 - 23, 2019
Finalist interviews: January 28 or 29, 2019
Length of contract: February 11- July 31, 2019
For more information, click on this link.
To apply, please submit a letter of interest and one-to-two page summary of qualifications and experience to Jana Renner,…
Job Opportunity - Director of Partnerships & Donor Relations
January 7, 2019
The Paso del Norte Community Foundation seeks a Director of Partnerships and Donor Relations.
Master’s Degree preferred. A minimum of five (5) years nonprofit and/or fundraising experience at the executive level preferred. Click Here to view the Job Description.
Submit resume with cover letter to:
Sylvia Soto
ssoto@pdnfoundation.org
Deadline: January 18, 2018
No phone calls or drop-ins, please.
Paso del Norte Trail Master Plan
December 12, 2018
After 18 months of public meetings, on-line surveys and planning sessions with community leaders, stakeholders and trail enthusiasts, the concept for a 60-mile county-wide trail is now one step closer to reality with the completion of the Master Plan to guide its development.
The planned Paso del Norte Trail spans the length of El Paso county from its border with New Mexico to the agricultural areas of the Lower Valley connecting neighborhoods along the route to schools, parks, worksites and other destinations and providing greater opportunities for increased physical activity for…
Trusted Partner
December 12, 2018
One of the most effective ways to make a meaningful and lasting impact in the community is by starting a charitable giving fund. Learn more about what the Paso del Norte Foundation is doing in the community and can do for you. www.pdnfoundation.org/news.
Happy Holidays
December 11, 2018
May the Gifts of Health and Happiness be yours this Holiday Season.
This holiday season, the PDN Foundation staff gives back to the community
December 10, 2018
In lieu of a traditional holiday party this year, the staff of the Paso del Norte Foundation, Paso del Norte Health Foundation and Fundación Paso del Norte elected to give back to the community by hosting a holiday celebration for the children, families and staff of the Center Against Sexual and Family Violence (CASFV or Center).
The Foundation staff provided holiday crafts, music and a warm meal to the residents and staff of the Center. Santa Claus made a special appearance, delighting the more than 40 children in attendance. The Foundation staff dressed as elves and helped…
