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NYS: Governor Hochul Announces $100 Million in NY BRICKS Grants for 30 Community Center Projects Statewide
NYS: Governor Hochul Announces $100 Million in NY BRICKS Grants for 30 Community Center Projects Statewide | December 2025: Governor Kathy Hochul today announced 30 awards totaling $100 million through the Building Recreational Infrastructure for Communities, Kids and Seniors (NY BRICKS) capital grant program. The grants will support municipalities and nonprofit organizations across New York State in building or renovating community centers that promote physical health, mental well-being, and community connections for youth and older adults. The awards, which will benefit nearly 400,000 New Yorkers across the State, are funded from the $100 million NY BRICKS program, which Governor Hochul secured in the FY 2026 Enacted Budget.
“Today, we're delivering on our commitment to build stronger, healthier communities in every corner of New York State,” Governor Hochul said. “NY BRICKS grants will create affordable and accessible spaces where kids can play, families can connect, and seniors can stay active and engaged. I'm proud to see this funding reach 30 communities, and I look forward to seeing these centers come to life.”
The NY BRICKS grants will fund projects in 22 counties across New York State, reflecting the statewide reach and geographic diversity of the program. More than 90 percent of funding awarded will support projects in underserved communities. Awards range from $260,000 to $15 million and will support design, construction, renovation, and land acquisition for community centers. Projects were selected based on demonstrated need, community impact, and viability, with priority given to underserved communities and facilities offering affordable services like childcare, eldercare, and mental health counseling.
A complete list of NY BRICKS grant recipients is available at dasny.org/BRICKS.
The NY BRICKS program emphasizes the need for equitable, high-impact community centers that support youth, families, seniors and disadvantaged communities through accessible recreational programming, safe gathering spaces, and essential services such as childcare, eldercare, and mental health support. All awarded projects require a 20 percent matching contribution from recipients.
Queens Community House CEO Ben Thomases said, “Every day, the team at Queens Community House provides free, essential services to support people of all ages and backgrounds. Attractive, welcoming community centers are vital to this work. Investing in community centers is investing in neighborhoods for generations to come. We are grateful to Governor Hochul for recognizing their importance, creating the BRICKS program, and awarding a $5 million grant to transform the Pomonok Community Center into a true home for this community.”
Queens Community House - $5 million to support renovations at the community center located at 67-09 Kissena Boulevard in Queens.
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