Community Foundation Updates

This evening, the El Paso Community Foundation, in partnership with the City of El Paso and UNICEF USA, celebrated their launch of a multi-year journey to become a UNICEF Child Friendly City — a global designation recognizing communities that put children’s rights and well-being at the heart of local decision-making.

El Paso is on track to become the first border city in the United States to earn this recognition, joining more than 3,500 municipalities worldwide and U.S. peers including Houston, Minneapolis, and Decatur.

“El Paso has always been defined by its spirit of care, a community that looks after one another across generations and across borders,” said Mayor Renard Johnson. “This partnership reinforces our commitment to building a city that listens to and values the voices of our youth.”

As the federal spending shutdown continues, thousands of El Paso families may face the loss of their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits — a vital resource that helps them put food on the table. The El Paso Community Foundation has activated its El Paso Community Debit Card Program to provide direct support for those most affected. The Foundation is investing to distribute prepaid debit cards through trusted nonprofit partners, ensuring that food and essential items reach those in need as quickly as possible.

Tickets on sale October 17

Event brings together rescuers from across the region.

Find out if your organization qualifies to earn a Best Place for Working Parents® designation in the region.

Actress to appear with ‘Alien,’ ‘The Birds’!

Join us for the next forum about food systems and sustainability.

Valdez will appear for on-stage interviews before 1987’s La Bamba and Zoot Suit (1981).

Public Registrations to Open May 19th!

Deadline to submit is July 25th, 2025.