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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….
Working together to make safe routes to school possible for children
November 15, 2023
Davenport Elementary students and PE staff recently participated in a Safe Routes to School event guided by the El Paso Police Department as they walked to a neighborhood park during PE. This activity is a partnership between the El Paso Health Department, Action for Healthy Kids, and the Health Foundation’s Physical Activity Initiative aimed to make it safer for students to walk and bike to school and encourage more physical activity.
Nationally, 10%–14% of car trips during morning rush hour are for school travel. By identifying safe routes to school and promoting physical…
Working to build board leadership skills
November 15, 2023
Are you looking to learn critical responsibilities while serving on a nonprofit board? Make plans to join us at the next REALIZE Lunch & Learn session.
The Board’s Fiscal Responsibility
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
11:30 am – 1:30 pm.
Stanton Tower Boardroom, 100 N Stanton St, El Paso, TX 79901
Each course has a cost of $20, which includes lunch, access to all supplemental course materials, and an interactive activity per course. Scholarships are available to those who qualify.
REALIZE Lunch & Learn is funded by the Health Foundation in partnership with United…
Our CEO honored for her work in the community
November 15, 2023
Congratulations to our CEO, Tracy J. Yellen, and the cohort of El Paso women leaders for their recognition by Leadership Texas for their contributions to our community.
More than 85 members of the Leadership Texas Class of 2023, the oldest women’s leadership program in the country, visited El Paso to learn about the city’s issues, culture, and environment and to recognize the hard work of the women in the community.
Leadership Texas is the country’s longest-running women’s leadership program, providing networking opportunities for the past 40 years to women at all political,…
