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Progress321 Progress321 is making 3 States and 2 Countries 1 Great Place to Live. Progress321 is a supporting organization of the El Paso Community Foundation.

Thank you so much to Max Villaronga, CEO, Raiz Federal Credit Union for sharing his story and advice with Progressors i...
05/22/2026

Thank you so much to Max Villaronga, CEO, Raiz Federal Credit Union for sharing his story and advice with Progressors in our region! Join us for our next conversation on June 18!

🚨 SAVE THE DATE! 🚨Join Progress321 for our Semi-Annual Membership Meeting featuring state leaders discussing water in th...
05/01/2026

🚨 SAVE THE DATE! 🚨

Join Progress321 for our Semi-Annual Membership Meeting featuring state leaders discussing water in the Borderplex! This important conversation will focus on the future of water in our region and the challenges and opportunities ahead.

📆 Thursday, May 14, 2026
📍TecH2O Center, 10751 Montana Ave, El Paso, TX 79935

Tours:
5:00–5:30 PM
5:30–6:00 PM

💧 Main Event featuring state leaders discussing water in the Borderplex: 6:00–7:30 PM
🤝 Networking before and after the program with light refreshments

• Free for Progressors
• $20 for non-members

We look forward to bringing together community and state leaders for this critical regional conversation – hope to see you there!

👉 REGISTER TODAY: https://bit.ly/4n1evmi

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Please Note: The Kay Bailey Hutchison (KBH) Desalination Plant requires background checks for the tour. If you register for the tour, you will be sent a link for the background check.

ChangeMakers is officially SOLD OUT — and we can’t wait to welcome you!!Here’s your quick “Know Before You Go”:✨ Parking...
03/26/2026

ChangeMakers is officially SOLD OUT — and we can’t wait to welcome you!!

Here’s your quick “Know Before You Go”:

✨ Parking: Plan to park downtown — street parking + nearby lots/garages are all within walking distance of the MACC
🎟️ Check-In: Opens at 4:30 PM (no tickets available at the door!)
👔 Dress Code: Business casual / comfortable
🍸 Drinks: You’ll receive 1 drink ticket + cash bar available (no food or drinks allowed in the auditorium)
🎨 Workshops: First-come, first-served — 1 per guest, sign up at check-in

Plus, enjoy activations and performances throughout the evening!

Let’s make it a powerful night for El Paso. See you soon! 🥰

Tonight’s 2026 ChangeMakers Celebration is a true showcase of the talent, creativity, and cultural richness of our regio...
03/26/2026

Tonight’s 2026 ChangeMakers Celebration is a true showcase of the talent, creativity, and cultural richness of our region! ✨

In the auditorium, experience “Seasons” by El Paso Ballet Theatre, a beautiful display of discipline and artistry, alongside the powerful and accessible performances of El Paso Opera. Be inspired by the rising energy of The Small Things—young artists already making waves—and the dynamic, movement-based presentation “Find Your Flow” by Dr. Tiffany Tajiri, blending psychology, dance, and self-expression. 🎭🎶

In the Blackbox Theatre, dive into impactful storytelling with Homesick by Valeria Contreras, a powerful film from Femme Frontera: Ternura Radical by Celina Galici, and a tribute to the extraordinary legacy of Rosa Guerrero, honoring her lifelong impact on cultural awareness and the arts. 🎬

Throughout the evening, enjoy live music from Jez of the PIE Sisters, the violin duo of Lea Sotelo and Daniela Montemayor from El Paso Pro-Musica, Las Flautistas from El Paso Pro-Musica, and Catarina Entertainment—each bringing energy, soul, and connection to the celebration. 🎤🎻

Progress321 and El Paso Matters are proud to present these incredible performers—thank you for being part of this unforgettable night and for sharing your talent with our community! 💛

📅 March 26, 2026
📍 El Paso Mexican American Cultural Center MACC, 201 E Franklin Ave., El Paso, TX
🕔 5:00 to 8:30 PM
🎟️ Only a few tickets left, get yours at epcf.org/changemakers!

On behalf of Progress321 and El Paso Matters, we’d like to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to our ChangeMakers: Borderland ...
03/26/2026

On behalf of Progress321 and El Paso Matters, we’d like to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to our ChangeMakers: Borderland Women in the Arts sponsors for making this incredible event possible! ✨

Curators of Change:
• El Paso Community Foundation
• Franklin Mountain Investments
• El Paso Mexican American Cultural Center
• University Medical Center of El Paso

Patriots of the Arts:
• Hunt Companies
• Texas Tech Health El Paso

Art Across the Borderland Advocates:
• Alamo Auto Supply
• Creative Kids
• DonorCharm
• The Hospitals of Providence
• HUB International
• J&K
• La Semilla
• MCAD
• Rubin Center for the Visual Arts
• Strategic Wealth

Your support helps us celebrate the creativity, leadership, and impact of women shaping our region’s cultural landscape.

🚨 ONLY A FEW TICKETS REMAIN! Snag yours: epcf.org/changemakers 🚨

📅 March 26, 2026
📍 El Paso Mexican American Cultural Center (MACC)
🕔 5:00–8:30 PM

Join Progress321 and El Paso Matters for the 2026 ChangeMakers Celebration, an unforgettable evening honoring the power ...
03/25/2026

Join Progress321 and El Paso Matters for the 2026 ChangeMakers Celebration, an unforgettable evening honoring the power of women, creativity, and community while spotlighting female led and locally owned businesses in El Paso!

🍽️ Featured Chef: Chef Hannahe Romero
Experience a menu where food becomes art. Inspired by the rich flavors of the border, Chef Hannahe transforms nostalgic dishes into elevated culinary creations using her kitchen as a canvas to inspire creativity and connection.

📸 Photo Booth-tique by First Flash and Meraki
Not your typical photo booth, step into a beautifully curated photo experience designed to match the energy and aesthetic of the night.

Mercado de Arte Vendors:
🌸 Blossom Bar by Monica Martinez, custom floral creations made with passion and love
🌿 By Create and Design Soapery by Yris Fuenmayor, botanical skincare inspired by desert plants
🍪 Glo’s Doughs, a woman owned bakery serving sweetness one cookie at a time
💎 Kendra Scott, where fashion meets philanthropy and gives back to communities worldwide
🎨 Vive La Frida Loca VLFL, handcrafted pieces inspired by culture, tradition, and Frida Kahlo

Interactive Experiences by the MACC:
🧘 Mindfulness Workshop with Bettina Escudero
🍪 Bizcochos con Corazón with Chef Ana Dominguez
🎨 Live Printmaking with Lezlee Meza

📅 March 26, 2026
📍 El Paso Mexican American Cultural Center MACC, 201 E Franklin Ave., El Paso, TX
🕔 5:00 to 8:30 PM
🎟️ Only 30 tickets left, get yours at epcf.org/changemakers!

Come connect, create, and celebrate the incredible women shaping our community!

Join us for March Member Madness on Thursday, March 19th! 🏀✨Come mix, mingle, and connect with fellow Progressors while ...
03/18/2026

Join us for March Member Madness on Thursday, March 19th! 🏀✨

Come mix, mingle, and connect with fellow Progressors while enjoying the excitement of March Madness. Whether you're already involved or just getting to know Progress321, this is the perfect opportunity to learn more about how to get plugged in.

👉 Bring a potential new member and earn a chance to win a prize!
👉 Interested in getting more involved? Ask us about joining a committee!

Our team will be on-site to answer questions and help you find the best way to engage with Progress321.

📍 Lotus Social House (300 N Mesa Street)
🕔 5:00 – 7:00 PM
⭐ FREE to attend!

Stop by, grab a drink, bring a friend, and be part of the momentum—we can’t wait to see you there! 🎉

Register Today: progress321.org/march-member-madness

We’re grateful to the incredible leaders that served on the 2026 ChangeMakers Selection Committee, helping us recognize ...
03/13/2026

We’re grateful to the incredible leaders that served on the 2026 ChangeMakers Selection Committee, helping us recognize the women shaping the arts across the Borderland! 🎨

A special thank you to:
• Roger Argenis — Founder, SoundStage9 & Argenis Management
• Holly Packard Cobb — Executive Director, Tom Lea Institute
• Ben Fyffe — Managing Director of Quality of Life, City of El Paso
• Marina Monsisvais — Arts Advocate, Potter & All-Vinyl DJ
• Felipa Solis — Executive Director, El Paso Pro-Musica

Join Progress321 and El Paso Matters as we celebrate Women in the Arts at the 2026 ChangeMakers event — an inspiring evening honoring the creativity and leadership shaping our region’s cultural landscape.

✨ Your ticket includes a buffet-style reception with a casual, mix-and-mingle setting, after-hours access to all MACC exhibits, exclusive performances and film screenings, the Art Mercado featuring local artists, interactive workshops, and more!

📅 March 26, 2026
📍 El Paso Mexican American Cultural Center (MACC)
🕔 5:00–8:30 PM

🎟️ Tickets: epcf.org/changemakers

✨ Sponsorship opportunities are still available!

Please Contact:
• Bill Pitchkolan, El Paso Matters – [email protected]
• Analisa Cordova, Progress321 – [email protected]

Celebrate the women whose creativity continues to shape the cultural fabric of the Borderland. 💫

🎟️ Tickets Now on Sale! 🎟️Join Progress321 and El Paso Matters for the 2026 ChangeMakers celebration honoring Women in t...
03/10/2026

🎟️ Tickets Now on Sale! 🎟️

Join Progress321 and El Paso Matters for the 2026 ChangeMakers celebration honoring Women in the Arts across the Borderland – an inspiring evening recognizing the creativity, leadership, and impact of women shaping our region’s cultural landscape. 🎨🎭🎶

✨ Your ticket includes:
• After-hours access to all MACC exhibits
• Exclusive performances and film screenings
• A vibrant Art Mercado featuring local artists
• Interactive workshops where you can learn directly from women artists
• And more!

📅 March 26, 2026
📍 El Paso Mexican American Cultural Center (MACC), 201 E Franklin Ave., El Paso, TX
🕔 5:00–8:00 PM
🎟️ epcf.org/changemakers (Individual Tickets are just $100.00 each!)

✨ Sponsorship opportunities are still available!

For sponsorship information, contact:
• Bill Pitchkolan, El Paso Matters – [email protected]
• Analisa Cordova, Progress321 – [email protected]

Celebrate the women whose creativity and leadership continue to shape the cultural fabric of the Borderland. 💫

✨ Introducing Our Final 2026 ChangeMakers Honorees ✨Stacey Hunt Spier 🌟Community advocate and longtime volunteer Stacey ...
03/09/2026

✨ Introducing Our Final 2026 ChangeMakers Honorees ✨

Stacey Hunt Spier 🌟
Community advocate and longtime volunteer Stacey Hunt Spier has spent more than two decades supporting organizations that strengthen the El Paso region. Representing the Hunt Family Foundation, she works closely with community funders and serves on the boards of the El Paso Art Museum Foundation, Paso del Norte Community Foundation, and El Paso Opera, where she previously served three terms as Chairman of the Board. Her dedication to arts and community leadership has earned her both the National Trustee Recognition Award and the prestigious Maestro Award from the El Paso Opera.

Rachelle Thiewes 💍
Internationally recognized metalsmith and artist Rachelle Thiewes creates jewelry and sculpture exploring movement, form, and sound. Her work is held in major museum collections including the Smithsonian American Art Museum, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Victoria & Albert Museum, and the Art Institute of Chicago. A National Endowment for the Arts Visual Artist Fellow and 2023 Master Metalsmith, Thiewes also spent decades teaching and mentoring artists at UTEP.

Janace Walker – JunkDredz 🎨
Multidisciplinary creative Janace Walker, known as JunkDredz, blends visual art, storytelling, and community engagement through work rooted in Afrocentric influence and bold self-expression. As both an artist and curator, they create platforms that uplift emerging talent and celebrate cultural identity while inspiring others to own their narrative.

Bobbie Welch 🎶
For nearly fifty years, Bobbie Welch has helped shape the El Paso music scene—from the early days of punk rock to booking major concerts including U2’s Zoo TV Tour at the UTEP Sun Bowl. Today, as Vice-President of the El Paso International Music Foundation, she continues to champion local musicians and advocate for sustainable careers in music.

🚨 Sponsorships still available!
👉 Learn more: progress321.org/change-makers

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