July 8, 2025

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Support Borrego Students with Every Dollar


If you're out and about in Borrego Springs, you may notice donation boxes at local businesses. These collection boxes support BASIC (Basic Assistance to Students in the Community), a local 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to helping students succeed.


Your donations fund early education, the Learning Academy, and scholarships for Borrego Springs youth. Whether you're donating spare change or scanning the QR code to give online, you're directly supporting educational opportunities for local kids.


Find a BASIC Donation Box at These Local Businesses:

  • Mirage Gas
  • Kendall's Cafe
  • Center Market
  • Jessica's Hair Salon
  • Desert Lovers & Co
  • Desert Pantry Market
  • XL Gas
  • Fudge Factory
  • Alicia's Desert Spa
  • Los Jilberto's Taco Shop
  • True Value
  • Michael’s in Borrego


Each of these businesses has partnered with BASIC to host donation boxes, making it convenient for you to contribute to the educational advancement of Borrego Springs students.


For those who prefer to donate online or learn more about BASIC's programs, please visit borregobasic.org







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