Founding Donors Make a Difference

March 12, 2025

Honoring the Community Resource Center’s Earliest Supporters


The Community Resource Center in Borrego Springs was built on generosity, collaboration, and a shared vision for a stronger, more connected community. Today, we recognize and thank the individuals and organizations whose early contributions made this space possible.


These founding donors provided the financial support, encouragement, and trust needed to launch a center that now serves Borrego Springs year-round. From youth programming to senior services, food access to art events, their belief in our mission created the foundation we continue to build upon.


Our Founding Donors


Borrego Valley Endowment Fund


Rams Hill


Anne & Jim Wermers


Anonymous


Jack McGrory


Sandy Hansberger & Dave Barr


Diane Johnson


Martha Deichler


Curt Yaws


Dick Troy


Dr. Robert & Valerie Collins


Nancy & Dan Wright


Youth & Seniors Center


Hal & Francie Kibby


Rebecca Lent





The Community Resource Center stands today as a welcoming place for everyone in Borrego Springs — a hub for support, creativity, learning, and community gatherings. None of this would be possible without our founding donors.


If you’ve attended a class, shared a meal, received support, or made a new friend here, you’ve experienced the impact of their generosity.



November 23, 2025
Now at the Borrego Springs Community Resource Center Borrego Valley Community Radio is now at the CRC, where locals can stop in, see the setup, record, and talk directly with the founder, Mike Rue. Borrego Valley Community Radio is now based at the Borrego Springs Community Resource Center. Announced during the CRC Open House, this new setup gives residents the chance to stop in, see how community radio works, and record in the space. Visitors can also talk directly with Mike Rue to learn how the project is being built and how the station will serve Borrego Springs. What the Station Does Community-Focused Radio A grassroots, not-for-profit effort created for Borrego Springs. Music and Programming Free-form music, local playlists, and opportunities for residents to create on-air content. Local Event Coverage Broadcasting school events, community gatherings, concerts, and more. Student Learning Hands-on opportunities for students interested in radio and communications. How to Get Involved  Residents are invited to come by the CRC, explore the equipment, record a message, or ask Mike how to participate—whether volunteering, supporting equipment needs, or sharing music. (contact Mike to schedule) Contact: Mike Rue Phone: 760-765-5518 Email: TheRamRadio@gmail.com
November 21, 2025
WHO WE ARE BCC caregivers assist with housekeeping and personal care, and receive training in First Aid, CPR, Safety and common medical conditions. Currently, 15 caregivers are available to serve our community. THE PROBLEM Borrego Springs has a large percentage of older adults who are no longer able to independently manage housekeeping and personal care, and is also home to families with young adults who are seeking career opportunities. THE SOLUTION For Borregans who need a little extra help to live independently at home, and our young families that need job opportunities, the Borrego Caregiver Corps* (BCC) is a Win/Win. THE BENEFITS ● Keep our community pillars here in Borrego for life: With support, no one needs to relocate to assisted living facilities far from Borrego Springs ● Healthcare: Building a workforce prepared to do the jobs needed to provide services here in Borrego Springs ● Resource expansion: Caregivers can continue the Healthcare Career Ladder using local Community College programs to become Certified Nursing/Medical assistant; LVN or RN ● Collaboration potential: Primary Care practices (DAP, STAT); Borrego USD; Borrego Ministers Association; Borrego Springs Community Resource Center; Rotary; Soroptimists WHAT'S NEXT Picture of BCC annual meeting on 10/24/2025 with Kit Fox Outfitters providing training through the generous support of the Borrego Village Association. Exploring opportunities to develop Adult Day Programs and Residential facilities in collaboration with Borrego property owners as the healthcare workforce expands to support growth. - *Picture of BCC annual meeting on 10/24/2025 with Kit Fox Outfitters providing training through a program organized through the Borrego Village Association thanks to a generous grant from the Borrego Valley Endowment Fund