Cibola High School receives $7,000 track donation alongside multiple community contributions

Generosity took center stage at the Yuma Union High School District Governing Board meeting on April 11, 2025, as board members highlighted an impressive array of donations benefiting local schools. The total contributions for the month reached a remarkable $20,000.12, bringing the year-to-date total to $357,215.21.

Among the standout donations, Sabala High School's Running Raiders Track and Field Booster contributed $7,000 to Cibola High School's track and field program. Additionally, Arizona State University’s Bilingual Press and Hispanic Research Center donated 78 bilingual and Spanish language books valued at $1,449 to Cibola High School, enhancing its literary resources.

Other notable contributions included 32 fiction and nonfiction novels from Donors Choose to Cibola High School Library, valued at $603, and 10 cases of water bottles donated by Mary Echols to the Cibola High School Renaissance Club for graduation sales, estimated at $50.

Gila Ridge High School also benefited from generous donations, including $523.49 worth of equipment for the softball program and various supplies for the CTE welding shop. Meanwhile, Summerton High School received 110 shirts from Allstate Insurance for Teacher Appreciation Week, valued at $775.06, and $1,000 from the Thunderbird Foundation for the boys golf team.

The meeting underscored the community's commitment to supporting education and extracurricular activities, showcasing how local organizations and individuals are stepping up to enhance the educational experience for students across the district. As these donations continue to roll in, the impact on students and programs is expected to be profound, fostering a culture of support and achievement within the Yuma Union High School District.