Buddhism Foundation for Community Development (BFCD)

Founder

Buddhist Foundation for Community Development (BFCD) officially received its registration approval from the Ministry of Interior (MoI) of the Royal Government of Cambodia on 12 January 2009. Since its establishment, the organization has been actively working in most of the provinces in Cambodia, with its focus on Siem Reap, Banteay Meanchey, Battambang, Pursat, Kampong Chhnang, Kampong Thom, Kampot, and Svay Rieng in multiple fields such as livelihoods enhancement, natural resources management, agriculture and livestock development, eco-tourism, business skills and employment, health and education, and climate change.

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Our Commitment

BFCD believes that strong collaboration creates sustainable destinations. Through the Siem Reap Tourism Alliance, we aim to connect communities, tourism businesses, government, and development partners to promote responsible tourism, local economic opportunities, cultural preservation, and inclusive growth for Siem Reap.

About

Buddhism Foundation for Community Development (BFCD) is a Cambodian local non-governmental organization committed to improving the quality of life of vulnerable communities through sustainable development, education, responsible tourism, climate resilience, and livelihood enhancement. Inspired by Buddhist values of compassion, integrity, and social responsibility, BFCD works with government institutions, development partners, civil society, and the private sector to strengthen community enterprises, women and youth entrepreneurship, community-based tourism, value chain development, research, and capacity building. BFCD promotes inclusive and environmentally sustainable development that creates long-term economic opportunities while preserving Cambodia’s cultural and natural heritage.

Key Services

Community Capacity Building & Training
Leadership, entrepreneurship, business development, and vocational skills.
Community-Based Tourism Development
Tourism product development, destination strengthening, and local enterprise support.
Livelihood & Value Chain Development

What Make Us Different

Buddhist Values for Sustainable Development
BFCD integrates compassion, ethical leadership, and community wellbeing into practical development programmes.
Strong Community Partnerships
We work closely with local communities, government agencies, development partners, and responsible tourism stakeholders across Cambodia.
Integrated Technical Expertise
Our multidisciplinary team combines tourism, livelihoods, climate resilience, enterprise development, research, and capacity building.

Our Contribution

BFCD contributes to Siem Reap by empowering local communities to participate in sustainable tourism through community-based tourism, cultural heritage preservation, entrepreneurship, and climate-resilient livelihood development. We strengthen local enterprises, improve workforce capacity, and promote responsible tourism that benefits both visitors and communities while protecting Siem Reap’s rich cultural and natural resources for future generations.