Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego (BGK) is the Polish national development bank, with a mission to support the sustainable social and economic development of Poland. Established in 1924, it is the only state-owned bank in the country. BGK initiates and implements programs that promote economic growth, finances infrastructure projects, increases access to housing, and supports the activities of Polish companies both domestically and internationally. The bank cooperates with other financial institutions, public sector entities, and entrepreneurs to build social capital, develop entrepreneurship, and ensure responsible financing.