News and Announcements
12 Aug 2025 |
Summer Picnic 2025
BCS knows how to throw a picnic! Our annual summer gathering this July at the Berkeley Marina was everything! A little food, some friendly competition, and the gorgeous views of the water created the perfect location for connection and celebration. It’s really all about good company. BCS scholars, their families, alumni, ...
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07 Jul 2025 |
Welcome 2025 Scholars!
At our summer celebration we welcomed our new 2025 scholars and congratulated our 2025 graduates! Not all the new scholars were able to attend the event, but those that did received their certificate and were welcomed alongside proud family members. Bachelor Degree High Hopes Scholars Krubel B-Monroe University of Southern California ...
Continue Reading24 Jun 2025 |
Words of advice
A huge congratulations to our exceptional college graduates for 2025! All their hard work paid off, so we asked them to share their best piece of advice. They are dropping their wisdom and insights from their college journeys below. Our 2025 Graduates! Cindy Alonzo MoralesUC BerkeleyB.A. Psychology Shayla AveryUCLAB.A. World ...
Continue Reading20 Jun 2025 |
2025 Summer Celebration
The BCS community gathered for one of our most inspiring annual traditions: our June Celebration. Together, we honored 31 graduates and welcomed 30 new scholars into our programs, joined by mentors, alumni, families, and friends. The energy in the room was filled with joy and hope for the future as scholars shared their stories and...
Continue Reading14 Feb 2025 |
An Inside Look at Our Organization for Applicants
Discover our inspiring culture, flexible work, and mission to create the next generation of leaders. Apply now for the Operations Manager role!
Continue Reading13 Dec 2024 |
2025 High Hopes Program Applications Now Open!
Now accepting applications for the 2025 High Hopes Scholarship Programs.
Continue Reading21 Nov 2024 |
2024 Impact Report
Our scholars have flourished, transforming seeds of potential into accomplishments that will bear fruit for future generations. With the nurturing support of our community, they are paving the way toward a more equitable future for themselves and those who follow. At Berkeley Community Scholars, we are committed to our program model ...
Continue Reading26 Aug 2024 |
Welcome 2024 Scholars!
Introducing the 2024 High Hopes Scholars and congratulations to our recent college graduates!
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01 Aug 2024 |
2024 Summer Celebration
In June, the Brower Center buzzed with excitement and joy as 100 scholars, families, staff, board members, and mentors gathered for our annual Summer Celebration.
Continue Reading30 Jul 2024 |
Remembering an Extraordinary Friend
Narsai David was a founding board member of our organization in 1992 (then known as Berkeley Community Fund) and led it as board president for many years. We are deeply saddened by his passing in June 2024.
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