09/18/2026
Yesterday, our community showed up. ❤️
Following the law enforcement situation near BCYC, we are thankful to share that the situation has been resolved, the suspect was taken into custody, and, most importantly to us, our first responders, our kids and our staff remained safe.
There are so many people who made that possible.
👮 Belton Police Department, BISD School Resource Officers, campus security officers, and all responding law enforcement agencies: thank you for protecting our community, guiding us throughout the situation, and doing the work necessary to bring it to a safe resolution.
🏛️ Belton, Texas - City Government and Parks & Recreation Department: when we needed somewhere safe to take our kids, you immediately opened Harris Community Center to us. You didn't just give us a building; you made us feel welcome. The craft supplies, assistance, and even the custom BCYC signs on the doors were above and beyond.
❤️ Our BCYC parents: thank you for trusting us, being flexible, and having patience as we changed plans and worked through an unusual afternoon.
💪 Our BCYC staff: you are the heartbeat of this place. You walked into the unknown, adapted, worked together, and created an environment that felt safe and normal for our kids. While there was uncertainty outside, inside Harris Community Center our kids got to keep being kids.
And finally, thank you, Belton!
We received so many calls, texts, emails, and messages simply asking, “Are y'all okay?”
BCYC has been here for this community for more than 40 years. Yesterday was a humbling reminder that this community is here for us, too.
We couldn't be more grateful.
Thank you for showing up for our kids. ❤️
With love,
Daniel Bucher
Executive Director
Belton Christian Youth Center