For the second consecutive year, Eve's Fund for Native American Health Initiatives, through its ThinkFirst Navajo Injury Prevention Program, returned as sponsor of the Massage & Medical Tent at the 2026 Shiprock Marathon. Trained volunteers provided complimentary recovery massages and medical support to 180 runners at the May 2, 2026 event in Shiprock, New Mexico. Now in its 44th year, the Shiprock Marathon sponsored by NavajoYes brings together runners, volunteers, and … [Read more...] about Shiprock Marathon Massage Tent Returns
Eve’s Fund awards scholarships to 20 Navajo Prep Students
Eve’s Fund for Native American Health Initiatives has awarded scholarships to 20 Navajo students attending Navajo Preparatory School in Farmington, New Mexico, for the current academic year. Eight students are first-time recipients, and twelve are continuing scholars. Selected for financial need, academic promise, and leadership, each scholarship covers Navajo Prep’s required school fees, approximately $1,000 per student. This year’s awards mark a significant milestone: the 20th … [Read more...] about Eve’s Fund awards scholarships to 20 Navajo Prep Students
Injury Prevention for Navajo Youth:ThinkFirst at Zuni Elementary
Addressing the Injury Crisis Public health leaders increasingly recognize injury prevention for Native American youth as a growing priority. Specifically, in rural Native American communities, data show a motor vehicle crash death rate more than three times the national average. In addition, sports injuries, violence, and other unintentional trauma often cause brain and spinal cord injuries. In response, tribal communities are addressing these serious risks through culturally adapted injury … [Read more...] about Injury Prevention for Navajo Youth:ThinkFirst at Zuni Elementary
Eve’s Fund sponsors scholarships for graduating seniors at St Michael Indian School
St. Michael Indian School graduates from left to right, Paige Nez, Gerald Meyers Jr., and Journey Burnside During Saint Michael Indian School’s 75th high school commencement on May 31,three graduating seniors were awarded scholarships sponsored by Eve's Fund for Native American Health Initiatives. Twenty-four young men and women received their diplomas. The ceremony featured speeches from Salutatorian Journey Burnside and Co-Valedictorians Kayah Robertson and Joy Vale. Each reflected on … [Read more...] about Eve’s Fund sponsors scholarships for graduating seniors at St Michael Indian School
Eve’s Fund founders receive distinguished service award
At its annual conference, held on April 14–15 in Boston, the ThinkFirst National Injury Prevention Foundation presented its highest honor. The Dr. David and Donna Cavanaugh Distinguished Service Award was given to Barbara Crowell Roy and Dr. Robert M. Crowell (posthumously). They are the founders of Eve’s Fund for Native American Health Initiatives, which supports health and injury prevention programs. Two decades of injury prevention education and advocacy This award honors two … [Read more...] about Eve’s Fund founders receive distinguished service award
