Program areas at Gecu Foundation
The Foundation proudly supported health-related grants to enhance medical and mental healthcare access for underserved communities. By partnering with esteemed organizations such as el paso children's hospital, the children's grief center of el paso, and the doctors of the world border health program, we have ensured that quality health assistance reaches those in need. These grants are pivotal in providing essential medical services, mental health support, and comprehensive care, reflecting our commitment to fostering healthier, more resilient communities.
The Foundation supported community-related grants to address key development issues such as hunger, housing, and employment. By partnering with charitable organizations like united way of el paso county, hospice el paso, el pasoans fighting hunger, and project vida, among many others, the Foundation aimed to help people in our community live their best lives possible. These grants were pivotal in providing essential resources and support, ensuring that individuals and families could access the services they need to thrive. Through these efforts, the Foundation reaffirmed its commitment to fostering a stronger, more resilient community.
The Foundation funded education through scholarships, school supplies, and curricula awarded to various qualified organizations and accredited institutions. By collaborating with respected institutions such as Texas tech university health sciences center el paso woody l. hunt school of dental medicine, el paso community college, and howard payne university, the Foundation aimed to provide community members with opportunities to elevate their quality of life. These initiatives were designed to enrich our community, fostering academic growth and professional development that contributed to a more educated and empowered community.