Building Communities Fund Program
The Building Communities Fund Program supports projects to buy, build or renovate community and social service centers.
The Building Communities Fund (BCF) Program provides grants to support non-residential community and social service centers. This funding helps expand access to services in communities with the greatest need.
If you are planning to buy, build or renovate a non-residential facility, this program can reimburse 25% of your eligible project costs. There is no minimum or maximum award.
Learn how BCF works, what it funds, and whether it may be a good fit for your project.
How to apply
We will be accepting applications starting on June 16, 2026. Apply through our Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), which will appear here when applications open.
Resources
Workshops
Attending a workshop can help you learn more about BCF grants and determine whether to apply. Find the date and location that works best for you and register today.
Register for our online workshop, June 30, 2026 at 11:00 a.m.
Our online workshop will explain BCF’s eligibility requirements and application process. This workshop will be recorded.
Join our Tribal workshop, July 1, 2026 at 11:00 a.m.
In addition to our other online workshop, we will host a separate online workshop for Tribes only.
Eligibility requirements
BCF grants are available to Tribes and nonprofit organizations with eligible projects.
To qualify, projects must either:
- Be in a distressed community, or
- Serve a substantial number of low-income or disadvantaged people
Visit our eligibility page to see if you meet the requirements.
How the process works
Every two years, the Department of Commerce awards BCF grants through a competitive process. Learn how it works and what to expect.