Since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, the Coachella Valley’s many nonprofit organizations have been greatly affected. With major fundraising events and galas being canceled, these organizations have been extremely impacted, finding it challenging to raise funds in order to continue their important work in serving local residents.
Desert Cancer Foundation (DCF) is among those, having had to cancel one of its major annual fundraisers this year, the
Dr. George Charity Car Show, an event produced by
Palm Springs Cruisin’ Association (PSCA).
DCF is dedicated to paying for cancer care for local Coachella Valley residents who need the financial assistance. On average, the organization serves close to 200 residents per year, covering the cost of insurance premiums, deductibles, co-pays, co-insurance and prescription medications. To date in 2021, the foundation has served close to 100 clients, paying a total of $115,266 for more than 800 cancer care services. This is a billed
Palm Springs Cruisin’ Association presents donation to Desert Cancer Foundation
Despite the cancellation of this year s George Charity Car Show, the Palm Springs Cruisin Association presented a donation check to Desert Cancer Foundation.
The show was cancelled earlier this year due to the pandemic. PSCA gave sponsors the option of a refund but encouraged donations to the DCF, a non-profit that supports residents undergoing cancer care and treatment. We are pleased that in lieu of a refund, some of our sponsors have decided to continue to support our favorite charity, and we thank them for their generosity to help Desert Cancer Foundation and the individuals DCF serves, said Craig Korthase, vice president of the PSCA Board.