Familias Reunidas Bond Program
Meet Alejandro:
Some very beautiful news: After six long months in detention, Alejandro is finally home! Originally from Mexico, Alejandro came to the U.S. with his mother in 2001, when he was just a child. Before being detained by ICE, he lived with his partner and their two children, one only four years old, and was on his way to work early one morning when he was taken into custody.

Alejandro’s family, with limited financial resources, did everything they could to bring him home. Thanks to our collaboration with the National Bail Fund Network, we were able to cover his $15,000 bond — one of the highest we’ve seen — and help reunite him with his loved ones. He is also our first Familias Reunidas bond recipient from Farmville Detention Center.

This reunion reflects the enduring love of a mother determined to bring her son home and the deep heartbreak caused by family separation. Each bond we post brings families one step closer to healing and justice after detention.
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Day Laborer Outreach
A Labor of Love

This past month, our team visited two sites alongside seven dedicated volunteers, including Christina and Daniel from the American Red Cross. Together, we distributed essential items such as water, Gatorade, oranges, deodorant, body wipes, socks, and hygiene kits. We also provided work gear, including safety goggles, vests, ear protection, face masks, and caps. Resources that are vital for laborers’ safety and dignity on the job.

A special thank you to Leticia and Joey for preparing home-cooked Haitian meals, a heartfelt treat that brought warmth and comfort to many.

This outreach also focused on education and connection. Christina and Daniel shared information on the American Red Cross Restoring Family Links program, which helps reconnect families separated by conflict, disaster, or migration.

Through our continued visits and the distribution of Know Your Rights cards in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole, we aim to empower, inform, and stand in solidarity with our day laborer community. Thank you to every volunteer who showed up with compassion and curiosity, your presence helps us humanize and uplift our immigrant community every step of the way.
Day Laborer Wish List ([link removed])
Water Drop
In collaboration with Borderlands Relief Collective

This month’s Water Drop was an incredible effort of compassion and teamwork! Together with our partners at BRC, we carried out a joint drop with two groups covering different desert routes and hiked more than 7.5 miles under the sun. Along the way, we placed over 100 waters, Gatorades, and more than 200 cans to support those making the dangerous journey through the borderlands.

We are deeply grateful to the 25+ volunteers who joined us, carrying heavy packs, braving the heat, and showing what solidarity looks like in action. Every drop makes a difference. Every bottle, every can, and every step helps save lives.

Thank you for standing with us in this life-saving work
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Collaborations and Past Events
Thank You, Arizona State University and Dr. David Martínez
We’d like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Arizona State University and Dr. David Martínez, Professor of American Indian and Transborder Studies and Director of the Institute for Transborder Indigenous Nations (ITIN), for inviting us to share about our work at Border Angels. ITIN’s commitment to advocating for Indigenous peoples directly impacted by the U.S.–Mexico border deeply aligns with our mission of compassion and justice for all migrant communities.

Our Volunteer Coordinator, Osvaldo, an ASU alumnus, had the honor of presenting on our Water Drop Program and Caravan of Love, highlighting the collective efforts that continue to bring hope and humanity to the border region.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to connect with such an inspiring community of scholars and advocates who are building bridges across borders every day.
Thank You, Reunify Yoga
A huge thank-you to Reunify Yoga for hosting a beautiful class and fundraiser in support of Border Angels! Your community’s generosity and spirit of unity truly embody the compassion that drives our mission.

We’re so grateful to everyone who came together on the mat to raise awareness and funds for our work at the border. Your support helps us continue providing humanitarian aid and advocating for justice and dignity for all migrants.
September Book Club Recap
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us both in person and virtually for our September Book Club! This past month, we read and discussed Borderlands/La Frontera by Gloria E. Anzaldúa, a powerful exploration of identity, culture, and life in the borderlands.

We were deeply honored to welcome our special guest Dr. Irene Lara, a Chicana scholar, writer, teacher, and spiritual activist, whose insights brought even more depth and meaning to our conversation.

Thank you for helping us create such a warm, thoughtful, and inspiring space for community and reflection. Sign up for our next book club in our "Upcoming Events" section below.
Upcoming Events
GENTE DE SAN DIEGO, CAFETÓN IS BACK for Dia De Los Muertos!☕
Coffee flowing. Live Latin DJs all day. A dance floor built for comunidad—supporting & benefitting Border Angels.

Come solo or bring your crew, Cafetón is where strangers become friends. Oh, and don’t forget… there’s a surprise twist waiting for you.

Sunday, November 2
10 AM- 5 PM
The Soap Factory
2995 Commercial St, San Diego, CA 92113
RSVP Required (show at the door)
Coffee and drinks served all day
Tickets below
We’re thrilled to share a creative collaboration between our friends at Aarize and Border Angels, an art contest and gallery show with a purpose.

Theme: Perception — The Lens Through Which We Interpret Reality

This is an opportunity for artists and creatives to share their perspective, showcase their talent, and contribute to a cause that uplifts migrants and refugees along the U.S.–Mexico border.

How to Participate:
Submit any 2D art form (photography, drawing, mixed media, etc.)
$2 entry fee per piece (unlimited entries)
Deadline: October 26 at 11:59 PM
Gallery Showing: November 1st

Sign up below

All submissions will be reviewed by Aarize and artist Marisol Rendón, with selected pieces featured in a curated gallery and on Instagram.
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Join our Border Angels Book Club! 📚
Every other month, we come together to read and reflect on books that explore life in the borderlands. Our goal is to build community, deepen understanding, and have honest conversations about immigration and the realities that shape our shared history.

This month, we’re reading The Land of Open Graves by Jason De León — a powerful look at the human stories behind border policies.

Monday, November 3
6:30 PM

Virtual event on Zoom
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Join us for the Caravan of Love! 🚗❤️
We’re on a mission to spread kindness, and we need YOUR help! On Saturday, November 8th, we’re looking for volunteers to drive their cars into Tijuana and help distribute much-needed donations.

To participate, you’ll need:
* A passport, SENTRI, or other appropriate travel documents
* Reliable transportation to drive into Tijuana and deliver donations
* A signed volunteer waiver

Sign up below!

You’ll first need to complete a volunteer application. Once approved, you can sign up for the event. If you’ve already completed one, you may simply register for the Caravan of Love.

Volunteer spots are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
For any questions, please contact us at [email protected].
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Sign-ups are now open for our November Water Drop!
This event will take place on Saturday, November 22nd, where we’ll be delivering water and essential supplies in the borderlands.

Please note that volunteer spots are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Filling out the form doesn’t guarantee a spot, but if selected, we’ll follow up with more details.

Can’t make it but still want to support? Consider donating an item from our Water Drop Wish List, your support helps us continue this life-saving work.

You can sign up below. For questions about volunteering, contact [email protected].
We hope to see you there!
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Want to make a difference this holiday season? Join us on Saturday, November 15th, from 8 to 10 AM for our Give Thanks Day Laborer Outreach!

This special morning is all about coming together as a community to share kindness, gratitude, and connection. We’ll be spending time with local day laborers and distributing food, drinks and much-needed items to make their day a little brighter.

You can bring coffee, pan dulce, home-cooked meals, hygiene products, new clothes with tags, Gatorades, drinks, and other thoughtful donations. Every item you bring, and every smile you share, helps us remind our day laborer community that they are seen, valued, and appreciated.

If you’d like to take part, sign up at the link in our bio or reach out to our coordinator Ana Miguel at [email protected].
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Resources and Know Your Rights Info
Red Cards: Know Your Rights
Print Red Cards Now ([link removed])
Free Immigration Consults
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Schedule a Donation Drop-Off
Due to limited storage space we will be receiving physical donations by appointment only. We do not accept used clothing donations. Appointments are available Monday-Friday from 9AM to 3PM.

Call us or email us to schedule today at 619-487-0240 or [email protected]
Other Ways to Give
Donate your car to help our mission of love

Donate your car to Border Angels and we’ll use the proceeds raised from your donation to help save lives in the desert, free loved ones from a detention center, and support our migrant families in Tijuana.

Our trusted vehicle donation program makes it easy with free pick-up and takes great care in finding the right buyer to get top dollar for it. Plus, we’ll handle all the paperwork, too! Whether your vehicle sells for $500 or less, more than $500, or more than $5000, you will be provided with the proper paperwork and tax receipts for your donation.
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Tokens for Bags at Buffalo Exchange

We are happy to announce that we have been selected as a recipient of the Buffalo Exchange Tokens for Bags® program from July through December 2025. You can now donate to Border Angels just by shopping at Buffalo Exchange in San Diego.

Instead of a plastic bag, the Tokens for Bags® program offers shoppers a 5 cent token to donate to one of three local charities with each purchase. The program has generated over $982,840 for hundreds of local nonprofit organizations since 1994 and has kept over 19.65 million plastic bags from the landfill. Stop in to shop and drop us a token!
Support us while you grocery shop!
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Please make checks payable to:
Border Angels
2258 Island Ave
San Diego, CA 92102

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