Become a member of Bay Area Prabasi to enjoy Durga Puja in Chabot College this year!
Bay Area Prabasi is the first Bengali organization in Northern California established in 1974. We are registered as a charitable socio-cultural 501c3 organization in the State of California.
We invite individuals to come together and work alongside each other for the betterment of our community. Bay Area Prabasi members are actively involved in:
- Meaningful Philanthropic projects both locally and overseas
- Celebrating our traditions
- Engaging in a rich network of entrepreneurs and successful people who are willing to guide and mentor the new generation.
- Involved in Incredible cultural programs involving professional and local talent
Our first event of the fiscal year, Durga Puja- 2021-2022 is coming up on October 9th in Chabot College, Hayward. Becoming a new Prabasi annual member or renewing your membership by September 10th will enable you to vote and exercise the rights for this fiscal year as defined in our constitution.
Timely renewal will also allow us to better plan for the Durga Puja and Kali Puja events in accordance with county and city health guidelines.
Our annual membership benefits include:
- 2 lunches & 1 Dinner during Durga Puja
- Kali Puja Dinner
- Saraswati Puja Lunch
- Virtual Concerts (Including Bollywood)
- Complimentary Shankha – our Annual Magazine
- Picnic Lunch
The Picnic, held in the summer, will be open to all members at no charge as a Member Appreciation Day - Members and their families will be invited to perform in various cultural events hosted by Prabasi.
- Special discounts may be offered to our members from time to time on various events/activities hosted by Prabasi and/or our partners
- Special events for children and youth members and senior citizens are organized from time to time
- Members who have obtained membership a minimum of thirty (30) days before the first BAPI event of the given fiscal year are eligible to vote and exercise the rights as defined in our constitution
- Members will be eligible to participate in the Annual General Body
- Meeting and will get a chance to review the Association’s events, its financial status, and any other matter that is important for the smooth operations of the organization
So, get your membership today, and let’s enjoy Durga Puja in Chabot College this year!