About
BI-CAP was established in 1966 as part of the national war on poverty and is one of approximately 1,000 community action programs nationwide that make up the service delivery arm of the federal Office of Economic Opportunity. As a 501c3 nonprofit Community Action Program, BI-CAP is deeply committed to working collaboratively to address community needs and challenges by building upon local community assets. Our current programs include: early childhood education, housing, weatherization, energy assistance, and youth education/employment services.
Our service area includes Beltrami and Cass counties. We currently have a staff of 110 assisting 5,000 low-income residents at locations in Bemidji, Walker, Blackduck, Backus, Kelliher, Pillager & Remer. BI-CAP’s Main offices are located in Bemidji & Walker.
