
Discover the Who / What / When / Where / Why of a Grant Opportunity!
VA250 Tourism Marketing Program & Tourism Development Finance Program
The Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is excited to present a monthly grants opportunity brief that could be a game-changer for your growing Communities! This brief is designed to empower and uplift Communities throughout the Commonwealth, equipping them with the necessary resources to thrive. Explore our (DHCD) programs for more detailed grant information, including but not limited to Community Business Launch (CBL), Enterprise Zone (EZ), Industrial Revitalization Fund (IRF), Virginia Main Street (VMS) and GO Virginia (GOVA).
VA250 Tourism Marketing Program
Who (Applicants)
- Officially recognized VA250 committees
- Historic sites and museums
What (Projects)
- Reimbursable grant program to leverage existing marketing funds
- Requires a research-based marketing plan surrounding America 250th Commemoration
When (Dates of Importance)
- Summer Round – currently open
- Application due: September 17, 2024
Where (Application Instructions)
- Click here for more information!
- Contact: vtcmlpgrant@virginia.org
Why (Max Funding)
- Grants up to $10,000 (reimbursement, not upfront)
- 1:1 cash match required
Tourism Development Finance Program
Who (Applicants)
- Economic development organizations
What (Projects)
- Quarterly tax rebates contributing to capital investment of new tourism projects
When (Dates of Importance)
- Currently open
- Application due: Open year round
Where (Application Instructions)
- Click here for more information!
- Contact: vtctdfpgrant@virginia.org
Why (Max Funding)
- EDI identifies and proves a deficiency for new tourism product(s) based on high visitor demand
Click here to learn more about these and other Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) grants!
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