Jake Hinton • December 3, 2024

Places To Give on Giving Tuesday in Borrego Springs

Every visit and every gift makes an impact.

This Giving Tuesday, Support Borrego Springs

Dec 3rd, 2024

Borrego Springs thrives because of its nonprofits, and your Giving Tuesday gift strengthens the foundation of our community. Whether you're passionate about supporting kids, fostering the arts, aiding conservation, or empowering others, there’s a cause.

For Kids

Basic Assistance for Students in the Community (BASIC): Scholarships and educational support for all ages. Donate

Borrego Springs Community Concert Association: Free classical, eclectic, and instrumental music for local students and the community. Donate & Join

Borrego Springs Music Festival: Supports local schools with music and arts performances. Donate

Frugal Coyote Boutique: Proceeds fund childcare programs in Borrego Springs. Visit & Shop

Rams Hill Gives: Provides scholarships for Rams Hill employees’ students. Golf, Shop, & Eat

For Art & Culture

Borrego Art Institute: Inspires creativity through art exhibits, classes, and workshops. Donate, Shop & Join

Borrego Springs Film Institute: Enriches the community with film and performing arts. Donate & Join

Borrego Springs Performing Arts Center: Showcases talent in music, theater, and dance. Donate, Visit & Join

For Community & Support

Borrego Valley Endowment Fund: Improves health and well-being for residents. Donate

Borrego Springs Community Resource Center: Provides food security, social support, and assistance. Donate

Borrego Ministers Association: Addresses social and spiritual needs. Donate

Soroptimist International of Borrego Springs: Empowers women and girls through education and community programs. Donate

OLAX de Borrego: Amplifies Hispanic voices through cultural events and education. Learn More

American Legion Post 853: Supports veterans and active military families. Donate

Bargain Barn: Every purchase supports local veterans and military families. Visit & Shop

For Conservation

Anza-Borrego Desert Natural History Association (ABDNHA): Protects the desert ecosystem. Donate, Join & Shop

Anza-Borrego Foundation: Preserves the desert’s landscapes and wildlife. Donate, Join & Visit

Even if donating isn’t an option, your visit—whether for hiking, golfing, dining, shopping, or exploring—helps sustain Borrego Springs. Every visit and every gift makes an impact.

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UCI Nature Hiring Chief Administrative Officer

By Andrea McKenna • August 14, 2026

UCI Nature Chief Administrative Officer Job Posting

BASIC Seeks Managing Director to Lead Programs, Fundraising and Community Partnerships

By BASIC • August 12, 2026

BASIC (Basic Assistance for Students in the Community) is hiring a Managing Director to lead programs, fundraising, operations, and community partnerships that support education for students and families in Borrego Springs. This is a visible, hands-on leadership role for someone who can build trust, get things done, and champion BASIC's C2G cradle to graduation mission. Key Responsibilities Partner with the Board to set priorities and support strong governance. Manage general daily operations, including use of technology, tracking data and written information, running meetings and supervision of a small staff. Guide BASIC programs, including the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, Learning Academy, and Scholarships. Manage fundraising and communications (external and internal). Build strong partnerships and serve as a trusted community ambassador. Ideal Candidate Bilingual in Spanish and English Proactive, organized, and comfortable in our small community. Strong communicator (written and verbal) and relationship-builder. Leadership experience in nonprofits, fundraising, programs, administration, education or community service. How to Apply Send your resume to basic2026job@borregobasic.org by September 15, 2026 Learn more about BASIC: www.borregobasic.org