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Due Date Approaching for Funding under Diabetes Initiative
January 18, 2024
The final date to submit Letters of Intent under the Health Foundation’s Diabetes Initiative is Thursday, February 1, 2024.
The Paso del Norte Health Foundation seeks Letters of Intent (LOIs) from eligible organizations to provide or support diabetes prevention, early detection, and management programs. Programs may be related to type 1, type 2, or gestational diabetes. Population, systems, and individual-level strategies will be considered. The following categories are of special interest.
- Diabetes Education and Awareness
- Capacity and Systems Improvements
- Public…
El Paso Opportunity Youth Action Network: Breakthrough915.org
January 18, 2024
Young people in their late teens and early 20s stand a pivotal point as they transition into adulthood. They experience higher unemployment rates than older adults and are often not self-sufficient.
Disconnected young adults (often referred to as “opportunity youth”) are young people between the ages of 16-24 who are neither in school nor working and missing opportunities to earn and learn. Helping these young adults return to work or school provides short- and long-term benefits for them and their community.
In collaboration with several local, statewide, and nationwide organizations…
Our CEO addresses over 2,000 EPCC students at graduation
December 13, 2023
Paso del Norte Health Foundation/Paso del Norte Community Foundation CEO Tracy Yellen delivered the commencement speech during El Paso Community College’s (EPCC) Winter 2023 graduation ceremony at the Don Haskins Center, celebrating it 100,000th degree.
Tracy addressed over 2,000 graduates and encouraged them to look no further than El Paso’s iconic images – including the Franklin Mountains, Rio Grande River, Star, and Don Haskins Center – to challenge themselves continuously, do the right things, seek mentors, and always give it their all.
“When you look at the Franklin…
BOOST Members celebrate a successful year
December 13, 2023
Members of the BOOST Network gathered this month to celebrate the end of a successful year with some holiday spirit by wearing their “Ugly Sweater.”
The meeting marks the conclusion of the organization’s 2023 year. Members participated in a training session focusing on considerations for working with youth. The session highlighted preventive measures to divert justice involvement among youth, featuring insights from the El Paso County Juvenile Probation Department.
2023 BOOST Network achievements included:
- Expanding to over 70 partners.
- Receiving world-class…
REALIZE Board Training
December 13, 2023
Looking to join a nonprofit board with an understanding of best practices in nonprofit governance?
REALIZE Board provides workshops and training sessions designed to strengthen nonprofit governance in our region. The Lunch & Learn series curriculum offers one-hour courses on understanding board member roles and responsibilities, nonprofit board structures, fundraising fundamentals, and financial due diligence.
Courses are led by local BoardSource certified trainers. BoardSource is the gold-standard leader in board leadership that supports, trains, and educates nonprofit leaders…
Kelly Center for Hunger Relief showcases its FreshStart program
December 13, 2023
The Feeding America senior leadership group recently visited El Paso and toured the Kelly Center for Hunger Relief to learn about the FreshStart program and other nutrition programs offered by the Center.
The FreshStart program is funded by the Health Foundation’s Healthy Eating Initiative and provides case management to individuals seeking economic self-sufficiency. The program is free for participants, serves more than 300 individuals annually, and is a national model for providing “More Than Food” to those experiencing hunger and food insecurity.
“We are happy that…
Dive into the holiday spirit with healthy recipes
December 12, 2023
Tis the season for joy, togetherness, and delightful holiday feasts!
Are you looking for wholesome side dishes and delectable desserts to share with your loved ones this festive season? Look no further! Indulge in the holiday spirit and spread the cheer with these mouthwatering creations.
Mango Salsa
Brownies
Spinach Pesto Pasta
Visit…
Empowering Mental Health: New Grantees Convene to Exchange Best Practices and Insights
December 11, 2023
The Paso del Norte Health Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of ten grants collectively surpassing $1 million under the Disease Prevention and Management Priority Area Mental Health and Emotional Well-being Initiative. Aligned with our commitment to fostering emotional well-being, reducing stigma, and enhancing access to timely treatment, these grants aim to cultivate community support and inclusivity, ultimately diminishing social isolation and fostering a culture of support and acceptance.
Earlier this month, our newest grantees convened at the Health Foundation…
Funding opportunity under Diabetes Initiative
December 7, 2023
The Paso del Norte Health Foundation seeks Letters of Intent (LOIs) from eligible organizations to provide or support diabetes prevention, early detection, and management programs. Programs may be related to type 1, type 2, or gestational diabetes. Population, systems, and individual-level strategies will be considered. The following categories are of special interest.
- Diabetes Education and Awareness
- Capacity and Systems Improvements
- Public Awareness
Deadlines & Schedule
- Letters of intent due via the Health Foundation’s on-line application system: **February 1,…
State funding to help connect sections of the Paso del Norte Trail
November 17, 2023
The Texas Transportation Commission announced more than $345 million for new sidewalks, bikeways, and other types of infrastructure to help improve safety and enhance quality of life in Texas communities.
Funding will support 83 projects across Texas – including 2 projects along the 68-mile Paso del Norte Trail for more than $26 million.
El Paso County will receive $10,116,918 for the Alamo Alto segment of the Paso del Norte to construct more than 4.8 miles of shared path along Alameda Avenue from Grace Street in Fabens to Farm Road 1109 in the town of Tornillo, parallel to IH 20….