Home / Outreach   BITA is a BIA/OC developed four-year high school program located at Katella and Western High Schools in Anaheim. This program introduces students to the diverse career paths (labor, management, and professional services) available within the construction industry. Learn more about this revolutionary program and how to donate time, money or services. Learn More»   By maintaining a continuous dialogue with a variety of associations, public agencies and professional organizations, who we refer to as our Coalition Partners, BIA/OC is able to strengthen the reach and voice of its members while resolving problems that affect the community at large. Coalition Partners »   HomeAid Orange County, the charitable arm of the Building Industry Association, builds and renovates temporary residences for transitionally homeless men, women, and children. Established in 1989 by volunteer BIA/OC leaders, HomeAid Orange County acts as the shelter developer and liaison between county homeless care providers, the community at large, volunteers, residential builders and their partners.   With the generosity of Dale & Bea Stuard National Housing Endowment Fund, BIA/OC is able to offer students much needed financial support to achieve their academic goals. 2008 forms now available. Learn more and download scholarship applications>>   The newly formed Philanthropy Committee was created to review existing and identify new BIA/OC philanthropic activities. The committee also works to obtain and allocate resources to help promote the awareness, growth and support of the building industry. In addition to finding new ways to improve our local communities and support our industry, the Philanthropy Committee is dedicated to expanding the Building Industry Technology Academy (BITA).