Project Jupiter partners donate $1.5 million to Boys and Girls Club in Doña Ana County

Doña Ana County — Representatives of STAC Infrastructure and Borderplex Digital’s Project Jupiter announced a $1,500,000 contribution to the Boys and Girls Club of Las Cruces onstage during a county presentation. The contribution, donors said, is intended to expand the club’s programs, create workforce-development pathways for youth and deepen community partnerships.

Tessa Abeyta, director of community engagement for STAC Infrastructure, presented the gift and said the funding reflects a broader commitment to the region. “Today, we are proud to present the $1,500,000 to the Boys and Girls Club,” Abeyta said, adding that STAC values local partnerships and responsible development.

Tom Dunn of Borderplex Digital, speaking on behalf of Project Jupiter, described the donation as part of Project Jupiter’s presence in Doña Ana County and said the gift is “a catalyst for growth” that will allow the Boys and Girls Club to expand mentoring and programs across Las Cruces. “This contribution is a direct result of Project Jupiter’s presence here in Doña Ana County,” Dunn said.

Ashley Chavarria, chief executive officer of the Boys and Girls Club of Las Cruces, thanked donors and county leaders and described the impact the gift will have on children and families. “This gift will ensure that more young people have access to high-quality, safe spaces with meaningful and enriching programs when they are not in school,” Chavarria said. She said the club looks forward to a forthcoming groundbreaking ceremony and to further collaboration with county officials and Project Jupiter partners.

County officials were acknowledged during the presentations but no formal county action, vote, or ordinance was recorded during the event. Donors and club leaders described the contribution as an ongoing partnership rather than a one‑time gesture; details about the timetable for program expansion and the specific uses of the funds beyond general program growth were not specified onstage.

Following the presentation, organizers said they expect to schedule a groundbreaking ceremony and continue coordination among STAC Infrastructure, Borderplex Digital’s Project Jupiter, the Boys and Girls Club of Las Cruces and Doña Ana County.