56711 29 Palms Hwy, Yucca Valley, CA, USA
Together we can!
A 501(c)(3) Nonprofit public benefit corporation in Yucca Valley
serving the Morongo Basin communities. Tax ID #33-0688147
Adopt-a-Santa Program | Dreams For Kids
$50.00
Dreams For Kids, an affiliate of Basin Wide Foundation, is once again spreading holiday cheer to children under the care of San Bernardino County Children and Family Services — children who deserve a little extra joy this season.
Thanks to our amazing community, all 154 children in this year’s program have been paired with a Santa! Your generosity ensures every child will have gifts waiting for them this Christmas.
Still Want to Help?
Even though all children have been matched, we are still accepting donations through our website — or you can mail/drop off a check made out to:
Basin Wide Foundation
Memo: Dreams 4 Kids
Sometimes a Santa has to step back or new children are added. Your support ensures we’re always ready to keep the magic going.
Important Reminder for Assigned Santas
- Drop off gifts unwrapped
- Include the tag with the social worker’s color + child’s initials
- Deadline: December 5 (the sooner, the better!)
- Drop-off Location: Basin Wide Foundation Office
Located inside the Yucca Valley California Welcome Center
9 AM – 4 PM daily
All gifts are distributed confidentially through County CFS social workers.
Questions or Need Help?
Contact Sandy
760-362-3642
29sandysmith@gmail.com
Thank You, Santas
Your kindness is creating real holiday magic for kids who deserve all the joy in the world. Thank you for helping Dreams For Kids bring light, love, and cheer to our local children this season. Together we can!
Nonprofit Seminar | January 23, 2026
Join us for a one-day workshop designed to equip nonprofit staff, board members, and volunteers with the tools, tips, AI insights, and inspiration to elevate their impact. Whether you're new to the sector or looking to sharpen your strategy, this session offers practical guidance and fresh ideas for real-world success in the Morongo Basin and beyond.
Enjoy a continental breakfast from 8:30–9:00 AM, a catered lunch, and full access to all sessions.
Seats are limited—Register here
Bring your team, grow your mission, and leave with actionable takeaways you can put to work right away.
More details coming soon—save the date and stay tuned!
Want to become a volunteer?
When you volunteer with Basin Wide Foundation, you’re not just lending a hand—you’re shaping the future of the Morongo Basin. From supporting local events and community projects to uplifting our nonprofit partners, every hour you give directly fuels connection, growth, and impact. Whether you’re a seasoned community leader or brand-new to volunteering, we’ll match your skills and passions with opportunities that make a difference. Join us, meet incredible people, and be part of the “Together We Can” movement that keeps our desert communities thriving.
We are seeking community-minded leaders to join our volunteer Board of Directors
We’re looking for individuals with the experience, passion, and professionalism to help strengthen our organization and guide the future of the Morongo Basin.
Ideal board members bring skills in areas like governance, legal work, finance, nonprofit leadership, or community engagement. They are willing to attend monthly meetings, support our Executive Director, and represent Basin Wide Foundation at community events as we work to improve life and economic vitality throughout the region.
Projects like the California Welcome Center, Brehm Youth Sports Park, Sky’s the Limit Observatory, Morongo Basin Haven, Dreams 4 Kids, and many more are only possible because of dedicated leaders who believe in this mission and choose to serve.
If you’re ready to make a lasting impact — and help shape what comes next for the Morongo Basin — your seat at the table is waiting.
Giving Tuesday — a global day of generosity and a powerful moment for our community to come together.
When you give to Basin Wide Foundation, you’re supporting the heart of the Morongo Basin. Your contribution strengthens the nonprofits, programs, and partnerships that make life better in Yucca Valley, Joshua Tree, Twentynine Palms, Landers, Wonder Valley, Pioneertown, and beyond.
For more than 27 years, Basin Wide Foundation has served as the region’s community foundation — providing fiscal sponsorship, nonprofit guidance, training, and hands-on support for the organizations and grassroots leaders who keep our desert thriving. This work is only possible because of the generosity of people like you.
Your Giving Tuesday donation helps us:
• Uplift local nonprofits through resources and capacity-building
• Support community programs and fiscal sponsorship initiatives
• Strengthen youth, family, and senior-serving services
• Build collaborations that bring long-term impact to our rural region
• Continue our mission of connecting people, ideas, and resources across the Basin
Every gift — big or small — creates real change right here at home.
Join us this Giving Tuesday.
Invest in the future of the Morongo Basin.
Together, we can.
Help Our Causes
One time or monthly donations help improve life and economic vitality in the Morongo Basin. Together we do make a difference.
current affiliate projects
Miracle League of the Desert
Miracle League of the Desert
Miracle League of the Desert
Baseball league for people with disabilities. Inclusive sports fun for families and the community. League is on hold during the COVID Pandemic. We miss seeing our players. Hopefully we can playball soon.
Dreams 4 Kids
Miracle League of the Desert
Miracle League of the Desert
Donations provide for children in family protection services. Requests for support can be submitted for consideration by contacting the Basin Wide Foundation via email or phone call.
Bob Dunn Scholarship
Miracle League of the Desert
29 Palms Music Series
Donations fund scholarships in memory of community leader Bob Dunn. New scholarshpi season will be starting January 2026, stay tuned for details!
29 Palms Music Series
Miracle League of the Desert
29 Palms Music Series
We are encouraged to be one of 100 towns to make it round 2 (from over 300 applications). Get ready to vote to support 29 and the entire Morongo Basin from September 5–15, 2025.