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The Paso del Norte Community Foundation proudly recognizes Eastwood High School senior Jonah Herd as the 2026 Coach McLain Track and Cross-Country Scholarship recipient. A dedicated athlete and leader, Jonah’s journey through running reflects perseverance, growth, and a commitment to making a positive impact in his community.

We are proud to share an exciting milestone for this year’s Paso del Norte Community Foundation (PDNCF) Nonprofit Conference: Reimagine! 100 scholarships have been awarded to nonprofit professionals representing 64 organizations across the Paso del Norte region.

The Paso del Norte Community Foundation is proud to recognize WestStar Bank as a Copper Partner in Philanthropy for its strong leadership and commitment to strengthening the Borderplex region.

A family business case study shows how integrating philanthropy into succession planning can help business owners preserve their legacy and strengthen family unity during a future sale. By establishing a donor-advised fund before a liquidity event, families can gain tax benefits while creating a shared charitable mission that carries their values forward after the business changes hands.

Scholarships are a powerful way for donors to invest in the future of our community by helping students pursue higher education. Through the Paso del Norte Community Foundation, donors can establish endowed or non-endowed scholarship funds that create lasting opportunity while benefiting from tax advantages and administrative support.

Women are increasingly leading philanthropic decisions as more become primary financial decision-makers in their households. Understanding their giving patterns—such as consistent charitable participation, strong volunteer engagement, and growing support for women’s and girls’ causes—can help advisors better support women donors and align giving strategies with their values.

Recent tax rulings highlight that charitable deductions and tax-exempt status depend on strict compliance with IRS rules—not just good intentions. Proper documentation of donations and ensuring that charities operate in line with their stated mission are essential to protecting both deductions and nonprofit status.

At the Paso del Norte Community Foundation, we know that charitable giving is deeply personal—and that choosing the right tools matters just as much as choosing the causes you care about. Whether you are considering establishing your first fund with PdNCF or considering adding another fund to complement the ones you already have, it can be helpful to step back and look at how different options support different goals. 

The Paso del Norte Community Foundation is proud to recognize Texas Workforce Solutions Borderplex as one of this year’s gold level Partners in Philanthropy.

The Paso del Norte Community Foundation is pleased to welcome new leadership for 2026 and extend a warm welcome to several new members joining our Board of Directors.

Over the past year, the Paso del Norte Community Foundation, alongside its sister foundations, engaged in a collaborative strategic planning process to guide our work through 2030.

We’re proud to welcome Reconnecting with the Disconnected as a fund of the Paso del Norte Community Foundation. This community-driven program supports at-risk youth by providing meaningful second chances, guidance, and tools for long-term success.