Injury survivors share personal stories and “Think First” message Sisters Darlene Singer (l) and Doris Dennison (r), ThinkFirst Navajo VIPs (Voices for Injury Prevention) On a cold night nearly three decades ago, 23-year old Doris Dennison was in a small pickup truck headed from Tuba City on the Navajo Reservation to Jackson Hole, Wyoming, more than 600 miles away. The truck had one bench seat, with just enough room for three adults. Doris sat between her sister, Darlene, … [Read more...] about Navajo VIPs Reach More Than 2,500 Students
Archives for December 2012
Wishing you a happy and safe holiday season from all of us at Eve’s Fund
December 2012 Yá’át’ééh Friends! As 2012 draws to a close, we want to thank you for all you have done to support us in promoting hope and wellness for Native American youth. Eve's Fund has had another good year and we continue to make a difference in the lives of young people across the Navajo Nation. Here are a few highlights: More than 2,500 students have a greater chance of avoiding brain and spinal cord injuries thanks to our dedicated ThinkFirst Navajo team. The personal stories … [Read more...] about Wishing you a happy and safe holiday season from all of us at Eve’s Fund
Navajo youth health program receives more than $10K in grant funds
By Jenny Kane jkane@daily-times.com 11/08/2012 FARMINGTON — Eve's Fund for Native American Health Initiatives received more than $10,800 from the Con Alma Health Foundation. The award was one of 22 grants given by Con Alma to New Mexico nonprofits working to support long-term systemic changes that will improve health in the state. Eve's Fund will use the grant to expand its ThinkFirst Navajo Injury Prevention Program, which reduces brain and spinal cord injuries and fatalities among … [Read more...] about Navajo youth health program receives more than $10K in grant funds
