Updates, stories, and community milestones.

Our Christmas party was a joyful and successful event, and we are incredibly thankful for everyone who helped make it happen. Through teamwork and generosity, we were able to serve over 340 local children and share the love and joy of the Christmas season with our community. Big thank you to Mark for capturing the moment for us. We were …

We are excited to share that a recent Island Charity Cruise, held earlier this month, brought our community together to raise funds benefiting both Bethel Island Children’s Support (BICS) and Meals on Wheels. The event included a beautiful cruise, raffle drawings, and generous participation from local residents. According to The Press, community members turned out enthusiastically to support programs that …

Delta Coves is hosting the 5th annual Jingle Jog & Grog, and all registration proceeds will support Bethel Island Children’s Support. Community members are invited to walk or run a 5K or 10K route through Delta Coves, beginning at Island Camp. Festive attire is encouraged to keep the holiday spirit high. After the run, participants can gather at the picnic …

Our 2024 annual holiday party was an amazing success with over 300 youth in attendance, along with representatives from the local sheriff, school and fire department.

In 2023 we had 318 children attend our annual holiday party…

Our annual holiday party was held on December 15, 2022 at Scout Hall and we had a record number of children attend the event. Over 270 youth received new coats and toys, as well as having fun with three fabulous balloon artists, new crafts and photos with Santa. The Contra Costa County Sherriff’s department not only assisted with toy and …

The 2021 BICS Christmas Party was held Sunday, December 12th at Scout Hall…

The annual Bethel Island Children’s Christmas Party began in 2006 at the Rusty Porthole with 40 children receiving coats and gifts. By 2023, it had grown to over 270 attendees and is now held at Scout Hall, the community center. The event features music, food, gifts, crafts, photos with Santa, and balloon animals for the children.

The 2020 BICS Christmas Party was held on December 13th…