The Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation (BCIC) will host a free bilingual information session on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, from 10:30 AM to 12:15 PM at the eBridge Center for Business & Commercialization to discuss the FY2025 Quality of Life Grant Program.
The session will provide detailed information about grant opportunities for local organizations seeking to enhance Brownsville's community spaces, cultural offerings, and recreational facilities, and more. BCIC representatives will outline the program's priorities, including community infrastructure, cultural preservation, health and wellness initiatives, and environmental sustainability projects.
"This grant program puts resources directly into the hands of people creating tangible improvements across Brownsville," said Cori Peña, President and CEO of BCIC. "The results will shape our neighborhoods, expand cultural programs, and build lasting community assets that serve every resident."
Eligible organizations must demonstrate two years of activity in Brownsville and present shovel-ready projects with clear scopes and budgets. The program offers grants covering 80% of project costs, with applicants required to match 20% through funds, land use, or other grants.
Schedule:
- English Session: 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
- Spanish Session: 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Registration is free but required. Before applying, interested organizations may contact Eric Quintero, Community Development Manager, at 956-551-5920. Register at Eventbrite.
About the Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation
The Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation (BCIC) is a Type B economic development corporation. It is dedicated to driving sustainable economic development, enhancing quality of life, fostering innovation, empowering entrepreneurs, supporting strategic projects, and cultivating partnerships that support Brownsville’s thriving and vibrant community. BCIC operates under three core pillars. The first is Community Development, achieved through initiatives like the BIG Grants, which support the revitalization and preservation of Historical Downtown Brownsville, and the Quality of Life Grants, designed to enhance the community’s well-being. These grants fund projects that create welcoming and inclusive spaces, improve amenities, and promote activities that benefit both residents and visitors. The second pillar is Finance Programs, which support local small businesses by providing financial resources to help them start or expand. This, in turn, creates jobs with livable wages, contributing to the overall economic stability of the region. The third pillar is Innovation & Entrepreneurship, where BCIC supports the entrepreneurial journey with incubation, acceleration, and continuous assistance.
For more information, visit www.brownsvillecic.com. For media inquiries, please contact Nelson Amaro, Director of Marketing & Communications, at namaro@bcic.us.
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