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County of El Paso creates first Healthy Food Financing Initiative
December 10, 2018
On December 10, the County of El Paso took a major step to make healthy, affordable food easier to buy. After several months of collaboration with the Paso del Norte Institute for Healthy Living at UTEP (IHL) and the American Heart Association, as well as discussion with the El Paso County Commissioners Court, County Commissioner David Stout and the County Economic Development Department presented the final Healthy Food Financing Initiative (HFFI) Policy Guidelines for the County of El Paso last week and they were approved by the Commissioners Court unanimously. The 5-0 vote triggers the…
Four individuals recognized for their work on Tobacco Control
December 10, 2018
Community advocates recently gathered for an appreciation luncheon hosted by A Smoke Free Paso del Norte to celebrate the year’s accomplishments on tobacco control in the region.
A Smoke Free Paso del Norte, an initiative of the Paso del Norte Health Foundation, works to engage partners across national and international borders to advocate for smoke-free ordinances and polices.
This year’s luncheon honored four regional health leaders for their collective work in educating youth, implementing policy, innovating new evidence-based strategies and efforts to…
Health Foundation staffer appointed to the 2020 Census Action Team
December 10, 2018
Michael Kelly, Vice President of Programs for the Paso del Norte Health Foundation, was recently appointed to the 2020 Census Action Team by Mayor Dee Margo and County Judge Ruben Vogt.
The Census Action Team will provide recommendations for the deployment of resources to both the City and the County on how best to utilize community resources to count as many El Pasoans – including hard to count areas. The U.S. Census is conducted every 10 years.
Some simple strategies to help you eat healthy during the holidays
December 10, 2018
The holidays are here and, for most people, that means eating many of your favorite foods in larger quantities. This year, try these party tricks, tasty treats and simple strategies to help you eat healthy, stay active and still indulge in the holidays.
Enjoy in moderation.
Grandma’s fudge is a family tradition, and your coworker’s cookies are calling you from the breakroom. Indulging a little won’t hurt. Enjoy holiday treats in smaller portions, make healthy substitutions where you can, and plan ahead for merry meals that are healthy, too.
**Include lots of seasonal, colorful…
El Paso Giving Day raises more than $402,000 for nonprofit organizations in Paso del Norte Region
November 20, 2018
Thanks to the record-breaking generosity of El Pasoans, this year’s El Paso Giving Day lifted nonprofit organizations around the region well-above their $300,000 fundraising goal.
That goal was met in the early evening hours on El Paso Giving Day, November 15. By the time all donations were in at midnight and donations, including corporate matches, were tallied the final tally came in at more than $402,000 raised.
“El Pasoans showed the power of what our community can do when we work together toward a common goal,” said Tracy Yellen, CEO of the Paso del Norte Foundation which…
Happy Thanksgiving
November 19, 2018
During this special time of the year, we give thanks for your generosity and support.
Happy Thanksgiving from the Boards of Directors and Staff of the Paso del Norte Foundation, Paso del Norte Health Foundation and Fundación Paso del Norte.
Click Here for a special message from the Board of Directors and staff of the Paso del Norte Foundation, Paso del Norte Health Foundation and Fundación Paso del Norte.
Playa Drain Trail Celebration!
November 19, 2018
After two years of planning, meetings and construction, the Playa Drain Trail is now open for everyone to enjoy. Elected and senior leaders from the City of El Paso, County of El Paso Water and other community stakeholders joined the Health Foundation to celebrate the trail opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, November 8. Representative Cassandra Hernandez joined the Riverside High School drum line, cheerleaders and a host of mascots during the grand opening fun walk and scavenger hunt at Riverside Park on Saturday, November 10. As part of the scavenger hunt, participants…
New grants awarded to engage youth in out-of-school programs
November 19, 2018
The Paso del Norte Health Foundation recently awarded four grants totaling more than $313 thousand under the Healthy Kids Priority Area – IGNITE initiative.
The goal of the IGNITE Initiative is to improve a range of health outcomes by engaging disconnected youth in the Paso del Norte region in high quality programs during out of school hours. The Health Foundation refers to “disconnected youth” as people between the ages of 7-18 who are not involved in out of school activities or participating in the labor market. Evidence indicates that youth who are involved in out of school programs…
A message from our Board Chair and CEO on our 2017 Accomplishments
November 19, 2018
It is exciting to share a brief overview of the Heath Foundation’s accomplishments for 2017. The Annual Report: Building Layers of Wellness highlights the work of our partners, the grants we awarded, and an accounting of the financial resources entrusted in our care. We invite you to look through our report and learn more about our impact to improve health in the region. Click on this link for more information.
Doña Ana Coalition assess alcohol outlet density
November 19, 2018
The statement of need is alarming. Over 18 percent of Doña Ana County high school seniors report their first drink of alcohol was before age 13.
By 12th grade, 72 percent of Doña Ana High School students self-report they have consumed alcohol, a troubling trend in a county where, since 1997, adults have reported the highest or second-highest rates in the nation for alcohol-related deaths from chronic liver disease, injury death, and motor vehicle traffic death.
“This is exceptionally concerning, especially given the fact that those who live closer to outlets are at a higher risk of…
