What We Do ?
Destitute Support
We seek to make the lives of those less fortunate, more meaningful through enriching activities that provide them with wonderful experiences.
Beneficiaries Criteria :
- General Package is priority for destitute family as required below:
- Parental Earning is under Rate of Regional Minimum Rage or has poverty letter from local government (head of village/kelurahan)
- Rental house cost is less than Rp. 300,000/ month
- House Location is not located at housing complex, more prefer for housing located at outside of housing complex or illegal area
- Own House with very modest condition
- Too narrow housing area, e.g. house size 6 m x 5m
- More than 2 children (above 7 years old)
- Having a basic skills such as; cooking, gardening, fishing, etc, but do not have sufficient tools to support their work.
- Homeless
Type of support;
- Basic needs is given based on the family and house condition. The useable and suitable thing are being the main concern.
- Basic tools, materials, skill-training (if possible).
Orphanage Support
In August 2015, BIC provided assistance for the first quarter to several orphanages/childcare institutions in Batam as follows:
- LKSA Permate, with 28 children.
- LKSA VistosKasih, with 68 children.
- LKSA Bethesda, with 43 children.
The assistance provided to each orphanage varied based on the specific needs of the children, such as food, daily necessities, and supporting requirements like computers for their education.
This year, BIC is more focused on providing assistance to orphanages that have obtained LKSA certification from the Indonesian Ministry of Social Affairs. Currently, there are only 5 certified orphanages in Batam. Obtaining LKSA certification means that these orphanages have undergone various surveys conducted by the Ministry of Social Affairs to ensure the well-being, comfort, education, and decent living conditions for the children residing in the orphanages, as well as to prevent human trafficking, which is prevalent in Indonesia. Therefore, BIC provides assistance only to LKSA-certified orphanages to ensure that the aid reaches the intended recipients, is not misused, and can be directly utilized by the children.
In Ramadan 2015, BIC and PTMI Management shared with the children from 3 orphanages in Batam during an event called “Buka Puasa Bersama” (Iftar Gathering) held at Swiss Belhotel Harbourbay. In this event, several children from the orphanages participated by performing songs and Nasyid (Islamic vocal music) from Permate orphanage. Additionally, BIC also provided symbolic assistance in the form of “Basic Necessities” to the heads/representatives of all the invited orphanages during the event.
School Support
The following criteria apply to the beneficiaries of the program:
Scholarship/School Fee: Provided to orphanage and destitute students studying in private schools.
School Admission Fee: Provided to orphanage and destitute students who have graduated from the following grades:
a. Elementary to Junior High: For students of private schools only.
b. Junior High to Senior High: For both public and private school students.
Equipment Support: Provided based on the school condition, with a proposal from the related school.
Non-Formal Education – Learning Equipment Support:
a. Education Centre: Supported with a proposal and listed on the Ministry of Education’s PKBM (Non-Formal Education) list.
b. Non-Profit Education Center: Supported if run by the community.
Types of Support:
The program provides the following types of support:
- Scholarship (School Fee): Covers the cost of school fees.
- Books: Provided for students and/or the school library.
- Learning Equipment or Aid: Provided for schools and education centers.
- School Attributes: Includes uniforms, shoes, bags, and other related items.
- School Admission Fee: Assists with the admission fee for eligible students.
- Facelift or Renovation: Supports the renovation or improvement of school facilities.
Medical Support
The program focuses on providing medical assistance to individuals, particularly children, who have serious medical conditions. The aim is to help them recover and lead healthy and productive lives.
Beneficiaries Criteria:
The following criteria apply to the beneficiaries of the program:
- Orphans: Given first priority for medical support.
- Destitute children: Includes children from families facing extreme poverty.
- Individuals with very poor family backgrounds: Determined through a survey.
- Parental earning below the regional minimum rate: Families with income below the minimum wage or with a poverty letter from the local government (head of village).
- Individuals living in narrow houses or non-permanent structures in illegal areas: Those residing in inadequate or informal housing conditions.
The program aims to provide medical assistance to individuals who meet the above criteria, focusing on those in vulnerable situations and facing financial constraints.
Building Support
Our program aims to provide shelter to the less fortunate, particularly children, by constructing and repairing buildings that serve as essential spaces, such as orphanages.
Beneficiaries Criteria:
The program has two beneficiary objects: Orphanages and Schools that are financially distressed and in need of building support. The following criteria apply to both beneficiary objects:
- Ownership: The land where the orphanage or school is located must belong to a foundation, rather than an individual or the government.
- Orphanage Legality & Condition:
- Valid LKSA Certificate (Orphanage Registration Letter) from the Ministry of Social Affairs.
- Valid Deed.
- Valid Letter from the Ministry of Justice.
- Accredited by the local government.
- The land ownership must have valid tax and UWTO (Uang Wajib Tahunan Otorita) certificates.
- Excludes boarding schools, theology schools, religious schools, etc.
- Non-discriminatory practices.
- Buildings that are in hazardous condition or inadequate capacity to accommodate the number of orphans, requiring expansion.
- School Legality & Condition:
- Priority is given to non-government schools.
- Valid Deed.
- The land ownership must have valid tax and UWTO (Uang Wajib Tahunan Otorita) certificates.
- Building support for government schools will be prioritized for urgent action or repair in hazardous conditions, with financial aid from the government being delayed or uncertain.
The program aims to support orphanages and schools that meet the above criteria, focusing on providing safe and suitable buildings for their operations.
Hinterland Support
Beneficiaries Criteria:
- Located in remote areas of Batam governed by clear organizational structure.
- Not included in the list of upcoming local government support.
- Focus on coastal areas, including islands that are not privately owned or under individual control.
- Well-organized communities that exhibit characteristics such as self-sufficiency and solidarity.
Types of Support:
- Provision of potable water facilities, including modifications or repairs to existing infrastructure.
- Provision of electricity facilities, including additions, modifications, or repairs to existing infrastructure.
- Educational support, excluding construction and curriculum-related assistance.
- Other community improvement projects, such as healthcare support and preservation of traditional arts.
Our program aims to provide support to communities in remote areas of Batam, focusing on their specific needs for clean water, electricity, education, and other projects that contribute to community improvement.
Special Projects
From time to time, we also undertake special projects in collaboration with corporate sponsors to improve the lives of the less fortunate, particularly orphans in Batam. These projects aim to make a positive impact and provide better opportunities for those in need. Through these partnerships, we are able to leverage resources and expertise to create meaningful change and uplift the lives of the vulnerable members of our community.
Emergency Support
We provide crucial assistance to individuals affected by natural disasters such as floods or fires, offering support during their most vulnerable moments.
Beneficiaries Criteria:
- Coordination with the local Batam Disaster Management Agency (BPBD – Batam).
- Identification of vulnerable areas affected by disasters in the Batam region.
- Collaboration with BPBD programs and aligning our efforts with their initiatives, whenever possible.
- Support for other emergency and disaster relief cases within Batam Island.
Types of Support:
Our focus is on providing emergency and disaster relief in Batam, particularly in the following areas: a. Emergency response support, if required. b. Provision of food and clothing. c. Supply of fresh water and sanitation facilities.
