SOCIAL WELFARE FUND
The BCA Social Welfare Fund was established to aid those suffering from deprivations of basic human needs. Our goal is to help others sustain or attain a way of life which promotes mental, physical and spiritual well-being. We accept applications for assistance from non-profit organizations, and also initiate efforts for disaster relief.
SUPPORT THE SOCIAL WELFARE FUND
BCA member assessments do not contribute to the Social Welfare Fund, which is maintained by the compassionate dana of BCA members and friends. Together we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of many.
Make an offering today through Kindful in three easy steps:
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Enter your donation amount.
Create a Recurring Transaction to contribute each week, month, or on a schedule of your choice. One-time donations are also available.
Complete credit card details and submit.
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To donate by check, download the printable donation form here.
Please contact us at donate@bcahq.org or 415-776-5600 x311 with any questions.
SOCIAL WELFARE
GRANT APPLICATIONS
TEMPLE GENERAL GRANT
Apply or Refer an Organization for Assistance
Recipient must be a nonprofit organization that is tax exempt under IRS Section 501(c)(3), including a church or temple, community group with 501(c)(3) organization serving as its fiscal agent, or nonprofit organization, temple or church outside of the USA. Projects must support the purpose of providing aid to those suffering from deprivation of basic human needs.
TEMPLE CHARITABLE
MATCH PROGRAM
Supports Volunteer Efforts & Collection Drives
Grants for BCA temples and churches can be used to match collected donations (up to $3K) from temple members that will be given to a charity. The charities should support aid to those suffering from deprivations of basic human needs – food, clothing, shelter, medical and educational.
Monshu Kojun Ohtani
By trying to live according to the Buddha Dharma, let us make an effort to consider other peoples' joy as our own, as well as other peoples' suffering as our own. In this way, we can live to the best of our ability, aspiring to live up to the Buddha's wish.
BCA Endowment
BCA Endowment Foundation manages endowments, temple investment accounts, and provides fundraising support for BCA and the Institute of Buddhist Studies