$5,000 to support programs, projects & activities that 1) assist those living in the Garfield, Bloomfield, & Friendship neighborhoods facing challenging circumstances & 2) capitalize on opportunities to improve the physical & economic environment of the larger community. Since 1975, the BGC has sought a better future for all who call our community “home”.

The Bloomfield-Garfield Corporation (BGC) exists to improve the quality of life for all in Garfield and surrounding neighborhoods through active community engagement. Community-based and board-driven, one of the BGC’s main goals is to get as many people in the community as possible to participate in the efforts aimed at physical revitalization, an improved economy and strengthened social well-being.