In 2024, we took our safety campaign to a new level. We had a sign created by dedicated volunteers and distributed to most waterfront homes on the island to put up on their docks and ramps. Additionally, we installed a life jacket loaner station. The station offers free loaner jackets in various sizes to the community.
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San Joaquin Charity Cruise
On September 21, 2024 some local businesses and community members gathered at the San Joaquin Yacht Club to attend their first annual Island Charity Cruise. With the purchase of a…
2023 Christmas Party
In 2023 we had 318 children attend our annual holiday party…
BICS Nominated for Non Profit of the Year
BICS was nominated for the non-profit of the year by Discovery Bay and was present at the awards Gala January 28, 2023. We made the short list of the top…
Christmas Party 2022
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…
2022 Scholarship award
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.…
Christmas Party 2021
The 2021 BICS Christmas Party was held Sunday, December 12th at Scout Hall…
Bicycle Giveaway
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…
Education
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.
Annual Christmas Party
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.