Sponsor A Student

Most children in San Felipe cannot afford to attend school past the sixth grade. This means that children start working at a young age and earn much lower wages. We believe that all children should be able to attend school and get a great education.

You can make a difference by ensuring a child in San Felipe who cannot afford to attend school gets the financial help they need. As a sponsor, your gift of $125 fulfills a child's needs for one school year. 

Your sponsorship covers:

As a sponsor, you will be linked with a student in financial need who attends either Escuela Tecnica or Escuela Amistad--the local junior high schools. 

You will receive information about your student(s), including a picture, bio information, and semester grades. You will also have the opportunity to meet your student at an ice cream social. 

Currently, 173 San Felipe students are actively receiving sponsorship. 

Sponsorship is $125 USD Yearly for 3 Years. We encourage a 3-year commitment to support a student through graduation, which includes grades 7th, 8th, and 9th. 

To begin sponsorship for the 2024-2025 school year, please click the button below and fill out the form. One of our members will be in touch with you.

You can also view FAQ's below, or reach out to us directly at sflasmigas@gmail.com

Frequently Asked Questions

How much of the scholarship money goes toward the student?

100% of the funds donated go toward each student. Las Amigas does not take an administrative cut as we are a volunteer-based organization.

Can I write off this charitable donation on my taxes?

Yes, Las Amigas holds non-profit status in the U.S. and Mexico. 

As a 501(c)3 our tax exempt number is #98-0440465. 

Club Las Amigas A.C.

P.O. Box 9011 PMB #45

Calexico, CA 92232

We can provide you with a receipt for your taxes.

Why do you ask for a 3-year commitment?

Our goal is to ensure that students are able to attend school through graduation. A three-year commitment in our Secundaria Sponsorship program covers grades 7th-9th. 

What is Tecnica and Amistad?

Tecnica and Amistad are the local secundaria or middle schools in San Felipe. They are public schools for students in grades 7th-9th. 

Tecnica is located on the north side of town by Campo Uno. Amistad is located in town not far from the Chetumal. 

Do you pay the student or the school?

In our Secundaria Sponsorship program, the money is paid to vendors that we work with directly. Families get to choose how they wish to allocate the funds. If a student does not need a uniform (maybe they had an older sibling), then the family can allocate more funds toward meals or bus money. We track funds spent for each sponsored student.

What happens after I submit the form?

The form provides us with basic contact information. Someone from Las Amigas will reach out to you through the email address provided. The next step will be selecting a student(s) and payment options.

Where do I submit my sponsorship payment?

You can send payment by Zelle at sflasamigas@gmail.com Please kindly designate your name.

You can make a check payble to Club Las Amigas and mail to P.O. Box 9011 PMB #45 Calexico, CA 92232

If you are in San Felipe, you can also meet with one of our members in person.

What is the ice cream social?

Each year, Club Las Amigas hosts an ice cream event at the schools. This is an opportunity to meet your student. We will send you an invite by email once we have established a date with the schools. There is no requirement to attend.

Can I provide my student with additional support or supplies?

 We've had sponsors allocate additional funds on their student's account for bus tickets or meals. You can always let us know if you wish to do so. Our club is not able to provide tutoring services at this time.