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Marana Brothers Launch Bin Cleaning Venture to Fund Nike Basketball Camp Dreams
Isaiah and Aiden Ocejo, two brothers from Marana, Arizona, began a bin‑cleaning business this summer to raise money for a Nike Basketball Camp that starts in July at Mountain View High School. The brothers, who have played basketball all their lives, say the cash they earn will help cover the camp’s fees and bring them one step closer to their goal of reaching the NBA.
The business offers pressure washing, scrubbing and deodorizing services for trash and recycling bins in the Marana and Tucson areas. Pricing is $20 for a single bin, $35 for two bins, and $15 for each additional bin. According to the brothers, the venture has been steady since launch. "It's been pretty good, pretty active. We've done like 10 different people's bins so far," Aiden said. Isaiah added, "What inspired me was just like I wanted a quick and easy way to raise money and with all the materials we had, I just felt like this was the easiest way we could do it."
The money earned is earmarked for the Nike Basketball Camp, a program that offers training from professional coaches and exposure to scouts. The camp, held at Mountain View High School, is part of Nike’s broader effort to develop young talent in the region. "We've played basketball our entire lives, and we want to make it to the NBA. That's our dream," the brothers said.
The idea for the business came from their parents, Ariella and Alberto Ocejo, who wanted to give the boys a way to work toward their goals while serving the community. Ariella noted that Isaiah had already been working with her husband at his construction company and that Aiden wanted to start earning money on his own. "They are straight‑A students, they are on honor roll. It's just like, okay, what can the boys kind of do together," she said. Alberto added, "I just thought about an easy way, an easy way that I could, something I could teach them to do by themselves. It's not something that complicated, something that was going to take a lot from them to do."
For the parents, the venture is more than a fundraiser. Ariella said, "It's teaching them that things are not free and don't come easy." The brothers’ parents emphasize that the business also provides a practical lesson in entrepreneurship, responsibility and community service.
Marana, a town of about 52,000 residents, has seen a growing interest in local small‑business initiatives. The Ocejo brothers’ venture fits into a broader trend of youth entrepreneurship in the area, where families often combine service projects with personal development goals. Local residents have responded positively, with several households contracting the brothers for regular bin cleaning.
The brothers plan to continue their services through the summer and into the fall, with the goal of maximizing earnings before the camp begins. They have not yet disclosed a projected total for the camp’s cost, but they have indicated that the funds raised will cover the majority of the registration fee.
The story was reported on‑air by KGUN 9 and has been converted to this platform with the assistance of AI. The editorial team verifies all reporting for fairness and accuracy.
As the July camp approaches, the brothers remain focused on their dual objectives: maintaining steady business and preparing for the training that could be a stepping stone toward a professional basketball career. Their parents continue to support the venture, emphasizing the value of hard work and community contribution.
The brothers’ initiative illustrates how local entrepreneurship can intersect with personal aspirations, providing a tangible example of how young people can turn everyday services into a path toward larger goals.
The business offers pressure washing, scrubbing and deodorizing services for trash and recycling bins in the Marana and Tucson areas. Pricing is $20 for a single bin, $35 for two bins, and $15 for each additional bin. According to the brothers, the venture has been steady since launch. "It's been pretty good, pretty active. We've done like 10 different people's bins so far," Aiden said. Isaiah added, "What inspired me was just like I wanted a quick and easy way to raise money and with all the materials we had, I just felt like this was the easiest way we could do it."
The money earned is earmarked for the Nike Basketball Camp, a program that offers training from professional coaches and exposure to scouts. The camp, held at Mountain View High School, is part of Nike’s broader effort to develop young talent in the region. "We've played basketball our entire lives, and we want to make it to the NBA. That's our dream," the brothers said.
The idea for the business came from their parents, Ariella and Alberto Ocejo, who wanted to give the boys a way to work toward their goals while serving the community. Ariella noted that Isaiah had already been working with her husband at his construction company and that Aiden wanted to start earning money on his own. "They are straight‑A students, they are on honor roll. It's just like, okay, what can the boys kind of do together," she said. Alberto added, "I just thought about an easy way, an easy way that I could, something I could teach them to do by themselves. It's not something that complicated, something that was going to take a lot from them to do."
For the parents, the venture is more than a fundraiser. Ariella said, "It's teaching them that things are not free and don't come easy." The brothers’ parents emphasize that the business also provides a practical lesson in entrepreneurship, responsibility and community service.
Marana, a town of about 52,000 residents, has seen a growing interest in local small‑business initiatives. The Ocejo brothers’ venture fits into a broader trend of youth entrepreneurship in the area, where families often combine service projects with personal development goals. Local residents have responded positively, with several households contracting the brothers for regular bin cleaning.
The brothers plan to continue their services through the summer and into the fall, with the goal of maximizing earnings before the camp begins. They have not yet disclosed a projected total for the camp’s cost, but they have indicated that the funds raised will cover the majority of the registration fee.
The story was reported on‑air by KGUN 9 and has been converted to this platform with the assistance of AI. The editorial team verifies all reporting for fairness and accuracy.
As the July camp approaches, the brothers remain focused on their dual objectives: maintaining steady business and preparing for the training that could be a stepping stone toward a professional basketball career. Their parents continue to support the venture, emphasizing the value of hard work and community contribution.
The brothers’ initiative illustrates how local entrepreneurship can intersect with personal aspirations, providing a tangible example of how young people can turn everyday services into a path toward larger goals.
