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Start- & Stay-in-School Scholarships

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Annual Educational Scholarships
Since its inception in 1998, BASIC has awarded approximately $540,000
in scholarships ​and grants to over 400 Borrego youths and adults.


BASIC scholarships are awarded to high school seniors, continuing college students, and adults for college, career and vocational studies.  Criteria are economic need, likelihood for academic or vocational success, and personal essays demonstrating maturity.  

First time applicants must reside or work in the geographic area of the Borrego Springs Unified School District or be an alumnus of the Borrego Springs Unified School District. 

Past scholarship recipients who have continuing educational needs
​are encouraged to reapply annually.
Scholarships at a Glance
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Start-School, Stay-in-School, Adults Continuing & Special Named Scholarships
  Special Named Scholarships 
BASIC is both proud and humbled to be awarding several named scholarships, many of which are memorial.
All the scholarships have been sponsored by, or honor, long time Borregans,
all of whom share a commitment to the value of higher education. 

Click on each one to read the stories behind many of these awards.
Williamson Memorial Scholarship
our oldest named scholarship, for scholars making the transition from a community college to a 4-year school
Dr. Edith A. Schmitt Memorial Scholarship
for a student planning to pursue a career in the healthcare/medical field
Jim McFarland Memorial Technical/Vocational Scholarship
for a student pursuing a career in automotive technology
Jerry R. Goldsmith Memorial Scholarships
for students pursuing careers in healthcare or science, or in special need
Bill Wright Memorial Scholarship
For students pursuing careers in business & innovation.
Bill Wright was a BASIC founder, and at his death he remained a champion of BASIC
and especially of the expanded C2G strategy and programs.

Joann & David Stang Scholarship
for academic excellence
Sandra Angle Memorial Scholarship
for studies leading to a career in education
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Borrego Springs, CA
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www.borregobasic.org
The academic assistance that a tiny town like Borrego is able to provide through programs like BASIC is wonderful..."
--- BASIC Scholar

"I want you to know that my dream to attend college and being able to afford it has been a dream that you contributed to through your support..."--- BASIC Scholar

“My child loves it.  She gets everything set up each night, even her water bottle in the fridge, to be ready to go in the morning.”
--- Parent of ​Learning Academy student


"The best part about the Learning Academy is the breakfast!" --- 3rd Grader

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​BASIC is a charitable 501(c)(3) organization  EIN 33-0631683. Within the limits prescribed by law, your contribution is tax deductible.

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    • Summer Learning Academy
    • In-Classroom Math Aide
    • Scholarships
    • Apply for Scholarships
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    • About
    • Dates
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    • Food Vendors
    • Circle of Artists Gallery
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