Updates, stories, and community milestones.

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 …

We would like to congratulate Jose Sanchez, the recipient of this year’s college scholarship! He is an active community member who enjoys playing sports and spending time with his family. He attends Freedom High School and maintains a 3.5 G.P.A. We are very excited to be a part of this young man’s academic journey and wish him the best of …

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

Since our inception, BICS has been able to provide new bicycles and helmets to many of the children on Bethel Island through an anonymous donation. During 2020, with the Covid pandemic and fewer incoming donations we had to unfortunately suspend the bicycle drive. However, in 2021, BICS was able to restart this program and provide new bicycles and helmets to many …

It is this organization’s hope through our annual Tuition Assistance Scholarship, Laptop Program, Tutoring and backpack giveaway that we can reduce the financial burdens of underserved families in the community and motivate residents to invest in pursing education for the betterment of themselves and the community.