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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…
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…
Offices closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
January 16, 2019
The Paso del Norte Health Foundation offices will be closed on Monday, January 21 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and will reopen for business on Tuesday, January 21. Sorry for any inconvenience. Have a safe and healthy day.
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.
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.
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…
Happy Holidays
December 11, 2018
May the Gifts of Health and Happiness be yours this Holiday Season.
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…
News
Texas Tobacco 21 goes into effect on September 1
August 23, 2019
On September 1, 2019, Texas Tobacco 21, the law that raises the minimum legal sales age for tobacco from 18 years to 21 years, officially goes into effect. The law includes violations for purchasing or attempting to purchase cigarettes, e-cigarettes, or tobacco products, as well as the use or possession of these…
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