Muslim Families and Friends Iftar

Muslim Families and Friends Iftar A Full Room and a Stronger Connection On March 12, BAYCC opened its doors to over 80 guests for our Muslim Families and Friends Iftar—an evening that brought together a truly multigenerational group, from toddlers to elders. We were honored to welcome Fatima Kaneez from ICNA Relief USA, who spoke […]

Community Iftar at LAUMC

Community Iftar at LAUMC Iftar at LAUMC On Sunday, March 9, 2025, Los Altos United Methodist Church opened its doors for a Community Iftar Dinner, welcoming guests from various faith backgrounds for an evening centered around Ramadan, dialogue, and togetherness. The program began with a warm welcome from Pastor Dave, setting the tone for a […]

2025 University Iftar

University Iftar 2025 A Night of Learning and Friendship On March 9, university students gathered at the Mountain View Senior Center to share iftar, learn about Ramadan, and meet new people. The evening started with a welcome speech by Dr. Goknur, followed by a short talk on the Adhan. As the call to prayer signaled […]

Santa Cruz Ramadan Iftar Party

Santa Cruz Ramadan Iftar Party A Night of Community and Connection On March 6, 2025, university students gathered at UC Santa Cruz’s RCC Red Room for a special Ramadan Iftar Party. The evening was more than just a meal—it was a chance for students from diverse backgrounds to connect, learn, and share in the traditions […]

California Iftar Dinner in Sacramento

California Iftar Dinner in Sacramento Iftar with Community Leaders On March 5, 2025, community leaders, faith representatives, and local officials came together at the Sheraton Grand Sacramento for the California Iftar Dinner, co-hosted by the Pacifica Institute and BAYCC. The event was centered around the values of Ramadan—reflection, compassion, and connection—and served as an opportunity […]

Serving Unhoused Neighbors with Thanksgiving Dinner

Serving Unhoused Neighbors with Thanksgiving Dinner Abrahamic Alliance International invited three faith houses—Congregation Shir Hadash, The River Church Community, and Pacifica Institute—to prepare and serve Thanksgiving dinner to the residents of the encampments at Roosevelt and Columbus Parks on November 24th. Sixty volunteers from the three faith houses came together to serve over 150 unhoused […]

Thanksgiving Dinner at Bill Wilson Center

Thanksgiving Dinner at Bill Wilson Center This Thanksgiving, on November 21, 2024, the Bill Wilson Center, a transitional housing facility for homeless youth aged 18-24, hosted a special dinner that brought together over 60 young individuals for a heartwarming and meaningful gathering. The event was a collaborative effort between the Bill Wilson Center and BAYCC, […]

Serving Harvest Lunch at ICAC Meeting

Serving Harvest Lunch at ICAC Meeting BAYCC and Pacifica Institute organized a Harvest (Thanksgiving) lunch for the participants of the monthly Interfaith Coalition of Alameda County meeting, which took place at West Side Missionary Baptist Church on November 14th. Mr. Ahmet from BAYCC delivered prayers and blessings on the occasion. The president of ICAC, Pastor […]

Interfaith Thanksgiving Dinner 2024

Interfaith Thanksgiving Dinner 2024 BAYCC, Pacifica Institute, Building Bridges Together, Silicon Valley Interreligious Council (SiVIC), and Christ Episcopal Church of Los Altos collaborated to organize the Interfaith Thanksgiving Dinner 2024, a heartfelt celebration of unity and gratitude. Held at the Christ Episcopal Church of Los Altos, the event embraced the theme: “The Spirit of Thanksgiving: Grateful […]

Clothing Drive to Hope’s Corner

Clothing Drive to Hope’s Corner On November 11, 2024, BAYCC volunteers delivered clothes collected through a clothing drive to Hope’s Corner on Mercy Street, Mountain View. The donation included 885 pairs of socks, 165 pairs of underwear, hundreds of t-shirts, and a closet full of other clothing items. Hope’s Corner, known for supporting the homeless […]