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Our unique story encompasses the thousands of lives we’ve impacted through access to health care and higher education in an area with several health care professional shortages.
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Hope Closer to Home
World-class cancer care is coming to El Paso, thanks in part to a friendship forged between two auto dealership leaders united in a mission to bring world-class cancer treatment closer to our Borderplex region.
4 days ago5 min read
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Conquer Like a Warrior
Cancer warriors have gained another ally in the fight. Texas Tech Health El Paso and GECU today revealed the name of the GECU Women’s Health Wing in the new Fox Cancer Center. The event celebrated the strength and resilience of cancer patients across our Borderplex, honoring their stories while building hope for the future.
4 days ago4 min read
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Fulfillment of a Dream
El Paso Cancer Warrior Phyllis Davis and Husband Dr. Pete Davis Donate $100,000 to Fox Cancer Center’s Building Hope Campaign.....Inspired by her personal 35-year journey through breast cancer, retired nurse Phyllis Davis and her husband, retired physician Pete Davis, M.D., made a generous $100,000 gift to the Fox Cancer Center on Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2025.
Nov 185 min read
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Building Hope Together
Together we've raised over $30 million but our capital campaign continues with a goal to raise another $25 million!
Sep 161 min read
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Sisters Inspiring Hope
Borderplex rallies behind Swing Fore Hope tournament, expanding access to life-saving care through Texas Tech Health El Paso partnership.
Sep 84 min read
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Reaching for Opportunity
Homeless and struggling with schizophrenia, Lerma wandered the streets of El Paso. A chance encounter at a downtown park led him to the Opportunity Center for the Homeless, where he received not only shelter and a meal, but also — crucially — a connection to mental health care through Texas Tech Health El Paso’s Project Opportunity. That moment marked the beginning of his journey back to stability and possibility.
Aug 284 min read
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Take a Bite Out of Cancer
The "Take a Bite Out of Cancer" initiative sees L&F Distributors and El Perro Tequila partnering for the benefit of TTUHSC El Paso and Texas Tech Physicians of El Paso for breast cancer awareness.
Jun 10, 20244 min read
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Electric Company Gift
The longstanding partnership between El Paso Electric and TTUHSC El Paso is reaching new heights through a $45,000 grant.
Dec 21, 20235 min read
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Million Dollar Mission
El Paso native John Swinton Brown Jr. has donated a legacy gift of $1 million to Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso.
Nov 28, 20234 min read
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Love, Education and Giving Back: An El Paso Family on National Philanthropy Day
National Philanthropy Day – a day to celebrate those who give back to their communities and pay it forward with impact.
Nov 15, 20234 min read
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