Photography Series Captures the Losses of COVID-19
June 10, 2021
Prints from The COVIDing of Lucia are being sold to support COVID-19 relief efforts.
Foundation Updates
The Classroom Fund announces 2021 recipients
June 9, 2021
The Classroom Fund is granting $50,000 to 59 area educators for the coming school year.
New signage comes to the El Paso Mission Trail
June 1, 2021
A new collaboration is making history more accessible.
Border Art Residency announces Summer Artist-in-Residence
May 28, 2021
Bella Maria Varela will be the new Artist-in-Residence at the Border Art Residency.
Plaza Classic Film Festival's Local Flavor showcase deadline approaching
May 24, 2021
Submissions are free
Bright Hearts of El Paso Fund raises $240,000 to assist more than 900 El Paso Electric customers
May 20, 2021
The Bright Hearts of El Paso Fund concluded on April 30, 2021.
EPCF's Plaza Classic Film Festival returning to Plaza Theatre
May 5, 2021
Dates are July 29-August 8
Castner Range National Monument effort gains momentum
April 27, 2021
You can help by signing an e-letter now
Congratulate Janice Windle on her national arts award
April 12, 2021
Janice received award for her historical novels
Get Shift Done for El Paso celebrates one-year anniversary
April 8, 2021
Innovative donor-supported project pays $1 million in wages
New scholarship fund honors UTEP's Dr. William Springer
March 31, 2021
The deadline to apply for all scholarships is April 30, 2021
EP children's museum announces $5 million donation from Hunt foundation
March 30, 2021
Donation sponsors iconic 50-foot Anything’s Possible Climber
Border Art Residency summer residency application now open
March 29, 2021
Deadline to apply is April 23, 2021
The Classroom Fund grant applications now being accepted
March 24, 2021
Deadline to apply is May 16, 2021
'Viva! El Paso' auditions set for April 10
March 22, 2021
Tryouts will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. that day
EPCF joins Castner Range National Monument effort
March 9, 2021
Help us by signing a letter of support, donating
Bright Hearts of El Paso Fund to help with electric bills
February 1, 2021
Powerful partnership of El Paso Electric, faith community and EPCF
Name the Museum Challenge has launched
January 27, 2021
Suggest a name for the new children’s museum and science center
Colorado multi-media sculptor chosen for next Border Art Residency
January 13, 2021
Carissa Samaniego calls herself a ‘storyteller’
Happy new year! Grant, scholarship applications begin January 1
December 31, 2020
Grants focus on children, education and elderly
Join EP International Music Foundation for global 'Jingle Bells' on Dec. 21
December 14, 2020
Part of Make Music Day Winter on December 21
Border Art Residency offers new Patrick Gabaldon art in fundraiser
December 10, 2020
Raising money to furnish new space
El Paso County to honor healthcare workers with 'A Night of Hope'
December 3, 2020
Helps kick off Lights on the Lake holiday lights drive-thru
El Paso Community Foundation awards more than $2 million in grants
November 25, 2020
Fall grants address wide range of needs
El Paso Children's Museum unveils locally inspired exhibits
November 19, 2020
Gyroscope Inc. of Oakland designed its nine themed zones
EPCF's 32nd annual Spirit of Giving adapts to coronavirus pandemic
November 12, 2020
Combines traditional and virtual ways to donate
Feed the Frontline, EP to provide 2,400 meals to hospital staff
October 29, 2020
Friday event serves staff at four Hospitals of Providence campuses
The Intersection of Possibilities initiative wins global award
October 28, 2020
El Paso Community Foundation is part of the effort
EP Children's Museum to commission art installations
October 26, 2020
Deadline to apply is November 30, 2020
Albertsons, Estela, Stand With Estela Fund host drive-thru health fair Oct. 24
October 14, 2020
Free flu shots, 3D mammogram vouchers offered
Border Art Residency returns; applications now open
October 9, 2020
Deadline to apply is November 15, 2020
Microsoft and EPCF team for local journalism initiative
October 7, 2020
El Paso-Ciudad Juarez part of new journalism pilot program
EPCF, CREEED receive $1.36 million grant to improve EP teacher pipeline
October 6, 2020
Grant will recruit, train, and mentor teachers at UTEP and in local school districts
EPCF joins Teachers Can to celebrate World Teacher's Day
October 5, 2020
Statewide movement elevates and honors teachers
The Whole Hog returns — as a drive-through
September 15, 2020
New date is October 10 in Sunland Park, N.M.
Grants help Get Shift Done for El Paso employ laid-off restaurant workers
September 3, 2020
$100,000 in new funding
EPCF, Project Bravo partner to help those hardest hit by pandemic
September 2, 2020
El Paso Community Card will help with basic needs
Application open for Artstream's Artist-in-Residency program
August 28, 2020
Deadline is September 8th for the 2020-2021 program offered to EPISD elementary schools
There’s a new way to run, raise donations for Bustillos scholarship fund
August 17, 2020
5th annual 5K/1 Mile run takes a new route into the virtual world this year
August 3, 2019
August 3, 2020
Today, we honor those we lost and those who have suffered from the events of August 3, 2019.
Hurry! Saturday, August 1 is the last day to apply for grants
July 31, 2020
Available for health, human services, and organizations that provide services to animals
Teachers drive-through to get Classroom Fund donations this year
July 28, 2020
Grantee’s received materials before the start of the pandemic affected 2020-2021 school year
EPCF's Plaza Classic Film Festival returns — on tour and online
July 17, 2020
Due the novel coronavirus pandemic, the Plaza Classic will be a hybrid festival, with 11 consecutive nights of pop-up drive-in movies and 5 days of digitally streamed films.
Feed the Frontline, El Paso’s support of healthcare, restaurants grows
July 9, 2020
As coronavirus numbers increase, they are asking the community to suggest healthcare units or restaurants in need of their support.
Equity Fund to address social injustice
June 24, 2020
New community-advised fund
El Paso-Juarez Unidos fund to help Juarez hospitals with PPE
June 12, 2020
Go to epcf.org/unidos
El Paso notables record messages for Class of 2020
June 9, 2020
El Paso Matters offers unique celebration of El Paso high school students
Community Foundation funds help those affected by pandemic
May 6, 2020
Funds set up for overburdened nonprofits, outpatient healthcare and other needs
El Paso Matters founder Robert Moore a Pulitzer finalist
May 5, 2020
For his reporting on the El Paso mass shooting
Community Foundation delivers masks to physicians
May 4, 2020
Initiative is a collaboration with the El Paso County Medical Society
#TeachersCan Initiative Spotlights Importance, Impact of Educators
April 30, 2020
Thank a Teacher, Nominate Educators for Prizes
2020 production of "Viva! El Paso" canceled
April 23, 2020
Safety, lack of time for auditions, rehearsals cited
EPCF partners with Feed the Frontline, El Paso, to expand clinician meal-support operations
April 21, 2020
Delivers meals from local, financially challenged restaurants to feed area hospital staff
Scholarship application deadline extended to April 20
April 9, 2020
EPCF offers more than 100 scholarships
EPCF announces Get Shift Done for El Paso initiative
April 7, 2020
Pays restaurant workers $10 an hour to assist El Pasoans Fighting Hunger
Nonprofits, small business can apply for relief April 3
April 1, 2020
Loans will be on first-come, first-served basis
Fund created for EP County Medical Society PPE initiative
March 30, 2020
Donations will help purchase masks, PPE
EPCF, Cardwell donation to USO El Paso helps returning troops
March 23, 2020
Supports soldiers in quarantine upon their returns
Coronavirus Fund
March 19, 2020
Coronavirus is taking a dramatic toll on our families, our friends, and our coworkers. You can help those most in need here.
Last two Jewel Box Series shows postponed
March 18, 2020
Classic Campesino and Southwest Songwriter Series moved to next season
EPCF offers ways to help others during the COVID-19 pandemic
March 13, 2020
Consider using the following links
Trans-Fronterizxs raising funds for shelter repairs
March 12, 2020
Casa Repetttrans is only shelter in city for trans refugees
Communities For Peace to honor victims with healing music
February 27, 2020
Four leading music organizations in historic collaboration
Karr and Watts return to Jewel Box with Seven Deadly Shorts
February 25, 2020
A series of one-acts inspired by sin!
Jewel Box Series offers first ballet with The Straussiana
January 28, 2020
Features students from Ballet in Session Academy
Next Cultivate Forum is January 30
January 13, 2020
Will feature three speakers and an award-winning documentary short
Family dynamics explored in Jewel Box Series' We Have Each Other
January 6, 2020
Three one-acts by El Paso’s Felix Arenas
Icarus returns to Jewel Box for one-year anniversary
December 2, 2019
With several updates
Get into the Spirit of Giving
November 25, 2019
EPCF holiday project has given out 59,000 gifts in 30 years
'Border Tuner' lights up the night sky
November 14, 2019
Unique, large-scale art installation runs through November 24
EPCF creates long-term care fund for mass shooting victims
November 1, 2019
Will help with medical, mental and other healthcare needs
Run Internacional 10K returns November 16
October 31, 2019
This year’s run will conclude at Monumento JRZ
Emily Davis, Jaimielynn Amato headline next Jewel Box Series show
October 22, 2019
Two distinctive singer-songwriters in Two Women. Two Voices. Unplugged.
Comedy showcase opens sixth Jewel Box Series Oct. 13
October 4, 2019
Six comedians fill the bill
October Cultivate – Local Food Systems and Sustainability Forum
October 3, 2019
Join us for the next Cultivate Forum on Thursday, October 17 at 5:30 p.m. in The Foundation Room located at 333 N. Oregon Street.
Cold War Kids headline second El Paso Forever benefit
September 19, 2019
The concert is a fundraiser for Jim and Kristine Ward’s Because of You Fund, rock camp
EPCF Jewel Box Series announces sixth season
September 17, 2019
A diverse season of firsts and more
Community Memorial Service - Wednesday, August 14th 7:00 PM
August 12, 2019
Held at Southwest University Park in downtown and simulcast live at three satellite locations – the Convention Center and Cleveland Square Park both in downtown, and at Ponder Park, at 7500 WH Burges Drive.
Image: “Mountain of Souls” by Christy G Creative
El PaSO STRONG
August 10, 2019
A week has gone by since our city was faced with a horrible tragedy. 22 people have died and 25 are injured. Thank you for your support as we continue to rise as a community and remain #elpasoSOstrong.
The Classroom Fund supports 2019 Teachers
August 7, 2019
2019 Classroom Fund grant recipients receive a total of $50,000 worth of classroom materials.
Condolence Scrolls at Plaza Classic Film Festival
August 4, 2019
In light of yesterday’s events, we invite you to share your thoughts, prayers, and condolences here at the Plaza Classic Film Festival. We offer a place where our community can come together and heal.
Plaza Classic FIlm Festival Proceeding Today
August 3, 2019
Most of the Plaza Classic Film Festival events will go on as scheduled. We are working with Destination El Paso, El Paso Live and other partners to present a communal and safe experience for our patrons.
El Paso Victims' Fund
August 3, 2019
Donate here
FirstLight Federal Credit Union to match donations for El Paso Shooting Victims' Relief Fund
August 3, 2019
FirstLight Federal Credit Union will match the next $25,000 that is donated.
Click here to donate.
The 2019 Plaza Classic Film Festival is here!
August 1, 2019
The 12th annual Festival will run from August 1st to the 11th!
Wyler Arial Tramway Public Survey
July 25, 2019
If you missed the public meeting, we still want your input on the future of the Wyler Aerial Tramway! Share your thoughts at https://epcf.org/tramway.
Wyler Arial Tramway Public Meeting
July 23, 2019
Join us tomorrow!
Migrant Families Relief Fund grants $90,000
June 4, 2019
Migrant Families Relief Fund in partnership with The Prudential Foundation to support a regional migrant services volunteer coordinator position with the United Way of El Paso County and operating support for Annunciation House.
Jewel Box Series now accepting submission for 2019-2020 season
May 14, 2019
Deadline for entries is July 14, 2019
Viva! El Paso tickets on sale today
May 13, 2019
Summer tradition opens 42nd season on June 14
Jewel Box Series closes season with 'Melusine' belly dance show
April 29, 2019
New show created by EP’s Snake Charmer and the Belly Dancer
Guests announced for April 26 'Hearts on the Gila' premiere
April 22, 2019
Directors, cast members and others added
April 18th Cultivate Forum
April 4, 2019
Speaker listing for the quarterly program on local food systems and sustainability.
EPCF, PCFF host 'Hearts on the Gila' documentary screening
April 3, 2019
Event is first stop on a six-city tour
Jewel Box Series presents Ali Dipp's 'Texas Triptych' April 14
April 2, 2019
April show ponders some of life’s big questions
Classroom Fund Grant Applications Now Open
April 1, 2019
The deadline to apply is June 2, 2019
'BlacKkKlansman' screening is Thursday, March 21
March 18, 2019
Bob Moore will interview author Ron Stallworth, Patsy Terrazas-Stallworth
Viva! El Paso 2019 dates announced, auditions March 9
March 4, 2019
Tryouts will be from 9 a.m.–6 p.m. at the Abraham Chavez Theatre
'Songbird' Jaimielynn Amato headlines Jewel Box Series
February 28, 2019
She’ll perform in intimate songwriter-storyteller setting
'BlacKkKlansman' screening to benefit migrant families fund
February 20, 2019
Author Ron Stallworth to appear
El Paso's Inaugural Animal Advocacy Day
February 19, 2019
The El Paso Animal Collaborative, an initiative of the El Paso Community Foundation, is partnering with the Texas Humane Legislative Network (THLN) to host the first El Paso Animal Advocacy Day.
Next Cultivate Forum is February 28th
February 15, 2019
Speaker listing for quarterly program on local food systems and sustainability
Laura Tate sings the blues for the arts
February 4, 2019
Star City Studio concert benefits the Laura Tate Fund for the Arts
Tickets for The Whole Hog on sale
January 30, 2019
Annual foodie fundraiser to benefit the Down Syndrome Coalition for El Paso.
Fall in love with Shakespeare at the Jewel Box Series
January 25, 2019
‘Shakespeare in Love’ set for February 10 in the Philanthropy Theatre.
Support the Canutillo Middle School Honor Band
January 18, 2019
Middle School Band in need of travel funds to perform at the world-famous Carnegie Hall in New York City.
EPCF now accepting grant applications
January 8, 2019
Deadline for applying is February 1
Run Internacional — The U.S.-Mexico 10K canceled
January 2, 2019
Race will return in 2019
Annunciation House receives $40,000 grant
December 28, 2018
Money will help offset hotel costs
Spirit of Giving campaign winding down
December 19, 2018
Final drop-off dates are upon us
Spirit of Giving deadlines approaching
December 5, 2018
Virtual tree available at spiritofgiving.epcf.org
Jewel Box returns with interactive Icarus Was a Rookie
November 28, 2018
Border Theatre/Rio Grande Writer’s Room original serves up 30 2-minute plays
3 additional authors added to TONIGHT'S SOMOS Fundraiser
November 27, 2018
Stallworth, Sáenz, and Connors join Cantú, Corchado, and Selee for SOMOS benefit event.
Spirit of Giving effort returns for its 30th year
November 19, 2018
Get into the Spirit of Giving, help someone in need
Noted border experts, authors headline benefit
November 16, 2018
Unique SOMOS Fund benefit features discussion on border issues
Holiday Movies return to the Plaza Theatre
November 8, 2018
Elf, It’s a Wonderful Life among eight titles showing
Jewel Box continues with Los Actores' ¡Bocón!
October 29, 2018
One-act tackles immigration with humor, mysticism and song
Sparta to headline El Paso Forever concert November 20
October 25, 2018
Outdoor concert is a fundraiser for EPCF
10K run postponed; new date to be announced soon
October 25, 2018
Registration open for new date
Literarity hosts 'Song of the River' reading, signing
October 23, 2018
Donations will go to New Mexico nonprofit Heart of the Gila
El Paso Cares to benefit Migrant Families Relief Fund
October 22, 2018
Retired District Judge Kathleen H. Olivares hosts October 27 event at Tricky Falls
Snøhetta chosen to design EP Children's Museum
October 18, 2018
Managing Partner Elaine Molinar is from El Paso
Stand With Estela Fund gives major grant to Rio Grande Cancer Foundation
October 11, 2018
Check for $17,500 will help breast cancer fighters in need
Support the Chihuahuita community through local art
October 10, 2018
El Paso Water commissioned Water Works, a painting by acclaimed local artist Patrick Gabaldón to capture the spirit of the W.E. Robertson Water Treatment Plant in colorful Chihuahuita. Limited edition, signed prints are available for sale to the public. The El Paso Community Foundation will accept payment, and proceeds will go to community improvement projects identified by the Chihuahuita Neighborhood Association.
Fall Cultivate forum will be October 18
October 4, 2018
Topics range from rainforest orangutans to edible gardening
Jewel Box Series opens October 14
October 2, 2018
Del Valle HS’ “The Ballad of Roobie Rookie” opens season
Helping out the Gila
September 11, 2018
Book readings, signing to benefit Gila River advocacy group
EPCF Jewel Box Series announces fifth season
September 7, 2018
Tickets go on sale Monday, September 10; passes on sale now
Sam Elliott coming to PCFF for US premiere
August 7, 2018
Stars in “The Man Who Killed Hitler and Then the Bigfoot”
Next Cultivate Forum is July 19th
July 6, 2018
Quarterly program will feature several short films
Migrant Families Relief Fund is now active
June 20, 2018
The El Paso Community Foundation will accept donations in effort to meet the growing needs of migrant families
Ali MacGraw to appear at PCFF 2018
June 19, 2018
Popular actress will discuss “Love Story” and “The Getaway”
Laura Tate's arts fundraiser is Saturday
May 31, 2018
Singer raising money for new arts fund in EPCF
Jewel Box Series finale May 20; applications due July 13
May 8, 2018
Season ends with “Nouveau Chamber” as application process for next season begins
Border Art Residency presents filmmaker Cathy Lee Crane
May 3, 2018
Will show work-in-progress at El Paso Museum of Art
Laura Tate to headline June 2 benefit for new arts fund
April 25, 2018
Laura Tate Fund for the Arts concert at beautiful McKelligon Canyon Amphitheatre
Next Cultivate Forum is April 26
April 19, 2018
Quarterly program features three speakers and a short film
Jewel Box presents "Soldadera" on April 15
April 12, 2018
Mexican Revolution-themed one-act part of Nuevo Siglo Festival
Classroom Fund grant requests now being accepted
April 4, 2018
Deadline is June 10, 2018
Pig out at The Whole Hog
March 29, 2018
Third annual fundraiser for the Down Syndrome Coalition For El Paso
'Hellman v. McCarthy' feud comes to Jewel Box
March 6, 2018
Literary giants duked it out on TV, then in court
Down Syndrome Coalition presents check to EPCC
March 1, 2018
Funds from Buddy Walk go to EPCC students with disabilities
Grant applications are due Feb. 1
January 31, 2018
Grants must be focused on children, children with special needs, and education
Stanley M. Johanson Estate Planning Seminar returns
January 29, 2018
Feb. 23 seminar will cover recent changes in federal and state law
Report to the Community 2017
January 23, 2018
Report highlights new projects and 40 years worth of achievements
Jewel Box Series falls in 'Five Course Love'
January 3, 2018
Musical comedy features five different physical, musical settings
Cultivate returns on January 18
December 28, 2017
Three speakers and a short film are on tap
Spirit of Giving drop-off deadlines fast approaching
December 15, 2017
Take advantage of our virtual tree at spiritofgiving.epcf.org
EP children's museum public meetings Dec. 11 and 13
December 7, 2017
Hear presentations about the proposed designs before you vote
Vote for your favorite children's museum design
December 4, 2017
You can vote from December 5 through December 15
Spirit of Giving returns for 29th year
November 28, 2017Students go exploring in new exhibition
November 16, 2017
“Gardens of Exploration” opens 2-4 p.m. Saturday, November 18 at art museum.
Jewel Box Series honors veterans with "Telling El Paso"
November 6, 2017
Play features six military veterans telling their stories
Border AIDS Partnership celebrates life
November 1, 2017Next Cultivate Forum serves up speakers and a short film
October 12, 2017
Local speakers, documentary film on program
EPCF stands with Estela Casas
September 28, 2017
New fund to help women with breast cancer
Jewel Box Series opens fourth season with EAR1
September 27, 2017
| Impact | Programs of Excellence presents musical earth rover |
Second quake hits Mexico; your help is needed
September 19, 2017
Second earthquake rocks Mexico; you can help
Help Mexican earthquake victims
September 8, 2017
Project Paz and the El Paso Community Foundation are taking donations for Mexican Earthquake Relief through the El Paso Community Foundation.
2017-2018 Jewel Box Series announced
September 6, 2017
Music, theater, dance and multi-media fill eight-month series
Helping Houston
August 31, 2017
El Paso Community Foundation is taking donations for Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund
EPCF's Plaza Classic Film Festival August 3-13
August 2, 2017
For the 10th year, the El Paso Community Foundation Plaza Classic Film Festival takes the movies to the Plaza, the streets, the parking garage, the library, the museums, and…. you get the picture. This year’s Festival is a “greatest hits” celebration.
Jewel Box Series applications due July 28
June 27, 2017
Performing arts series’ fourth season runs September 2017 through May 2018
Roderick Artspace Lofts wins national honor
June 21, 2017
Singled out by Builder and Developer magazine
Washington and the Future of the U.S.-Mexico Border
June 5, 2017
Panel discussion is June 8 in Foundation Room
Basketball in the Barrio benefit with AYB
May 29, 2017
Band reunion should be a slam dunk for kids program
Run Internacional registration now open
May 12, 2017
This year’s race moves to Oct. 28
Children's museum director search
May 11, 2017Jewel Box Series closing with a bang!
May 9, 2017
New Ted Karber, Jr. comedy “Banging the Bell” coming May 20-21
Steven Randall's Border Art Residency show is May 11
April 26, 2017
New work will be displayed at El Paso Community Foundation Gallery in Roderick Artspace Lofts
Dining Out for Life returns April 27
April 24, 2017Every Little Blessing parents night is April 20
April 17, 2017Cultivate forum returns April 20
April 13, 2017
Includes Michelle E. Aguilar’s short documentary “El Cacao”
Children's museum forum is April 12
April 10, 2017
Let us know what you’d like to see in the new children’s museum
Next children's museum forum is Wednesday
April 3, 2017
Two more community forums remain for those who wish to offer your ideas, suggestions and dreams for the new El Paso children’s museum.
El Museo del Nino de El Paso Audience Publica
April 3, 2017Earth-friendly Luis Valdez classic comes to the Jewel Box
March 31, 2017
Eden Enterprises presents the comedy-drama “Bernabe’”
Children's museum forums announced
March 21, 2017
Three more chances to offer your ideas and suggestions
Go Whole Hog!
March 16, 2017Music, storytelling combine in Jewel Box show
March 3, 2017
New Mexico’s Theatre Dojo performs “Killing Buddha” on March 12
Border AIDS Partnership awards grants
March 1, 2017
$50,000 distributed between three groups
Buddy Walk supports EPCC scholarships
February 28, 2017
Proceeds help students with disabilities
Open forum for children's museum set for Feb. 16
February 7, 2017Jewel Box offers fresh take on "Disney's Beauty and the Beast"
February 2, 2017
Scaffolding Theatre Company brings the reworked Disney favorite to the Jewel Box Series.
Classical-jazz crossover comes to Jewel Box Series
January 4, 2017
“Indigo Twilight” is the next production in the El Paso Community Foundation Jewel Box Series at the Philanthropy Theatre.
Cultivate Forum - January 19
December 29, 2016
The El Paso Community Foundation will host a lightning forum on Food Systems and Sustainability January 19, 2017 in the Foundation Room, 303 N. Oregon. The forum begins at 5:30pm. This first gathering of 2017 will feature three speakers and two short films.
Plaza Classic Film Festival pass sale
December 14, 2016
PCFF passes on sale through December 31
Dickens classic gets local twist in next Jewel Box show
December 1, 2016
Los Actores presents “A Barrio Christmas”
Spirit of Giving returns for 28th year
November 30, 2016
More than 53,000 gifts given since its inception in 1989
Border AIDS Partnership's Dia de Los Muertos Spotlight
November 4, 2016
Art work by some of El Paso’s best and brightest visual artists will be up for bid in this annual fundraiser for our friends at the Border AIDS Partnership.
Cultivate: Food Forum October 20
September 29, 2016
Please join us at the El Paso Community Foundation for the next Cultivate Forum on Thursday, October 20th at 5:30 p.m. in the Foundation Room located at 333 N. Oregon Street. The October Cultivate will present one film and three speakers.
El Paso / Las Cruces -- We're #1!
August 19, 2016
The Barna Group, an international research and reporting group, has listed the El Paso / Las Cruces DMA (Designated Market Area) as the most charitable in the U.S., based on a 10 year survey of per capita giving to nonprofit organizations.
TEDxEl Paso is September 10
August 18, 2016
The third TEDxEl Paso will be September 10 at the El Paso Museum of Art. TEDxEl Paso is an independently organized TED event, and a project of the El Paso Community Foundation. Since 2013, TEDxEl Paso has featured speakers with regional ties— including Nobel Laureates, Scientists, Urban Thinkers and Planners, and luminaries from the art world.
Pancho's Song to Help Juarez Charities
June 15, 2016
The El Paso Community Foundation is proud to help publish Pancho’s Song, a young adult book by celebrated children’s author Tom Fremantle. All proceeds from the book will support three charitable organizations in Ciudad Juarez, including Fundacion Comunitaria Frontera Norte, the Community Foundation in our sister city.
Student Art Opening
May 17, 2016
Students from 3 EPISD schools share their Sebastian inspired art.
Jewel Box Series concludes with Ted Karber Jr.'s Precious Heart
May 10, 2016
El Pasoan Ted Karber Jr.’s heartwarming comedy Precious Heart is a one-man show about one charming woman.
Run Internacional - the US / Mexico 10K
May 3, 2016
The El Paso Community Foundation, in partnership with Ciudad Juarez and the City of El Paso, has made the short list — The International 10K is #5 on Daily Burn’s list of the best 10K races North America and the Carribbean.
The Plaza Classic Film Camp Returns
April 29, 2016BAR MEET THE ARTIST EVENT
April 7, 2016
Border Art Residency is having its annual meet the artist event.
Live Performance by Laura Tate
March 22, 2016
Thank you to everyone for your support to the Classroom Fund. The concert is SOLD OUT!!!
El Paso Community Foundation Presents a Live Performance by Laura Tate with her L.A. Band and Special guests Teresa James and Terry Wilson
Viva! El Paso Auditions March 28-29 at EPCC
March 18, 2016Jewel Box Series Presents Becoming Dr. Ruth
March 1, 2016
Most people know Dr. Ruth Westheimer as the frank-talking sex therapist who caused a sensation on TV and radio. But they may not know that Karol Ruth Siegel lost her parents in the Holocaust, fled the Nazis, became a sniper, taught psychology and raised two children as a single mother in America.
Original Star Wars Movies Head to Plaza Classic
February 4, 2016Jewel Box Series Presents Zemwerk's Lupercalia Uber Alles
February 2, 2016
Valentine’s Day will get an unusual twist with Lupercalia Uber Alles , which combines mythology, theater and contemporary dance.
El Paso Community Foundation 16th Annual Estate Planning Seminar for Professionals
January 11, 2016
Learn about recent developments in Estate Planning with Stanley M. Johanson a James A. Elkins Centennial Chair in Law and University Distinguished Teaching Professor at the University of Texas at Austin. Participants will be advised on legislative updates and will receive credit hours towards MCLE, CPE, and CFP. Seating is limited so register now to attend this seminar.
Jewel Box Series Presents Transfiguration of Dreams
January 4, 2016
Dreamscapes… the plaintive cry of a single guitar.
Holiday Windows- Telling a Story of Philanthropy in El Paso
December 10, 2015Jewel Box Series Presents Kids-N-Co Christmas Spectacular
December 8, 2015
The El Paso Community Foundation Jewel Box Series at the Philanthropy Theatre will spread some holiday cheer this month with KIDS-N-CO.’s Christmas Spectacular.
Spirit of Giving Returns
November 30, 2015
This is a time of year when just about everyone gets into the Spirit of Giving . Helping people - in a personal way - is a grand gift to us all. Our Spirit of Giving trees represent the stories of those who have to go without during the holiday season, and a small purchase by you can make a big difference in someone’s life.
Save The Date For February 26, 2016
November 20, 2015
Johanson Estate Planning Seminar for Professionals
Jewel Box Series Presents The Lovely Rain
October 22, 2015
Jewel Box Series Presents The Lovely Rain
Jewel Box Series Presents Far Appomattox
September 28, 2015TED Talks Powerhouse Sir Ken Robinson Comes To El Paso
August 31, 2015
TED Talks Powerhouse Sir Ken Robinson Comes To El Paso
Jewel Box Series Returns
August 26, 2015
Jewel Box Series Returns
El Paso Community Foundation 2015 Grant Recipient
June 22, 2015
El Paso Community Foundation 2015 Grant Recipient
El Paso Community Foundation and Walter H. Hightower 2015 Grant Recipient
June 22, 2015
El Paso Community Foundation and Walter H. Hightower 2015 Grant Recipient
Walter H. Hightower Foundation 2015 Grant Recipient
June 22, 2015
Walter H. Hightower 2015 Grant Recipient
El Paso Community Foundation and Walter H. Hightower 2015 Grant Recipient
June 22, 2015
El Paso Community Foundation and Walter H. Hightower 2015 Grant Recipient
Congratulations to the 2015 Ruth E. Gillett Scholarship recipients from Andress High School.
June 12, 2015
Congratulations to the 2015 Ruth E. Gillett Scholarship recipients from Andress High School.
Congratulations to the 2015 Evelyn and David E. Goodman Fund for Vilas School.
June 12, 2015
Congratulations to the 2015 Evelyn and David E. Goodman Fund for Vilas School.
2015 Basketball in the Barrio
June 12, 2015
2015 Basketball in the Barrio
Jewel Box Series Presents Time and Chance by Mark Medoff
April 14, 2015
Jewel Box Series Presents Time and Chance by Mark Medoff
Congratulations to the Down Syndrome Coalition for El Paso!
April 13, 2015
Congratulations to the Down Syndrome Coalition for El Paso!
Jewel Box Series Presents Fascinating Eye on the Border
March 26, 2015
The El Paso Community Foundation presents internationally-acclaimed photographer and a film maker as part of the Jewel Box Series at the Philanthropy Theatre.
Caring for our Children
March 19, 2015
The El Paso Community Foundation Presents Caring for our Children
Jewel Box Series Presents Cardboard House Dreams
February 13, 2015
Jewel Box Series Presents Cardboard House Dreams
Jewel Box Series Presents Waldo the Amazing Hypnotist
January 21, 2015
You are invited to discover Waldo the Amazing Hypnotist!
The El Paso Community Foundation 15th Annual Estate Planning Seminar for Professionals
January 20, 2015
15th Annual Estate Planning Seminar with Stanley M. Johanson
Jewel Box Series presents Fragile Balance
January 6, 2015
Jewel Box Series presents Fragile Balance.
Marshall and Julia Condon Fund 2014 Grant Recipients
December 9, 2014
Marshall and Julia Condon Fund 2014 Grant Recipients
Stern Foundation 2014 Grant Recipients
December 8, 2014
Stern Foundation 2014 Grant Recipients
Jewel Box Series
December 8, 2014
The Polaroid Express- Sunday, December 14 at 2:30 p.m. in the Philanthropy Theatre
Plaza Classic Film Festival Passes Now On Sale!
December 2, 2014Spirit of Giving Tree
December 1, 2014
25 years, more than 50,000 gifts to people in need. Now you can help someone online as well. Thanks to our partners: Simon Malls, KTSM Newschannel 9, and the Fountains at Farah. The Spirit of Giving Trees are a lovely way to be generous. Brought to you by the El Paso Community Foundation.
Jewel Box Series
November 6, 2014
El Paso Community Foundation Jewel Box Series at the Philanthropy Theatre
Estate Planning Seminar - CE Credits available
January 17, 2014
The El Paso Community Foundation hosts an annual Estate Planning and Ethics Seminar for professional financial advisors each February in The Foundation Room. The next Seminar is scheduled for Friday, February 22, 2015
Foundation, Festivals grow
November 5, 2013Janice Windle speaks to students at Wiggs Middle School
March 11, 2013Great Gifts to El Paso: Annabel Livermore
January 29, 2013
An El Paso sunset, a vanilla milkshake, and a plate of green cheese enchiladas were all Annabel Livermore needed.
“Never having crossed the Mississippi, I planned to travel west to see for myself the cross streets of Hollywood and Vine,” she said. However, when her Greyhound bus made a stop in El Paso at sundown—and after a hearty plate of green cheese enchiladas and a vanilla milkshake—she was hooked. “Much to my surprise…I found myself utterly captivated by this city, and I do mean utterly and inexplicably…the mountains and desert air must have had something to do with it.”
Before I Die ...
January 14, 2013
The empty lot on the corner of Oregon and Missouri in downtown will soon house a five story, 50+ unit building with an environmentally friendly green roof. But until constructed starts in 2014, works of art from local artists are displayed as well as several giant community chalkboards intended to bring people together by writing their goals down for all to see. The chalk boards read: Before I die I want to … Chalk is available at the boards for passers-by to write with.
The Classroom Fund
November 14, 2012
Much like kids at Christmas, teachers, librarians and principals all lined up trying to sneak a peek at the mountainous variety of school supplies available for pick up at the Classroom Fund reception held November 14, 2012.
Mills Plaza Centennial Celebration
August 3, 2012
The El Paso Community Foundation, together with our friends Paul Foster and Alejandra De la Vega Foster celebrated the Mills Plaza Centennial on August 3, 2012. Paul’s dream of restoring what is now called Mills Plaza Properties is being realized. The much anticipated public open house of the three buildings was held August 3, 2012. The Centre Building, the 11 story Mills Building and the St. Regis Building were full of music, food and great stories of yester years.
Plaza Classic Film Festival
August 2, 2012
Now entering its 6th year, the Plaza Classic Film Festival celebrates our rich cinema history in our very own historic movie house. Built during the Great Depression (at a cost of $1 million and originally opened on September 12, 1930) the newly restored Plaza Theatre boasts a unique atmospheric style that makes it feel as if you are sitting in the courtyard of a Spanish hacienda.
