Visit Canton is seeking applications for its 2023 Destination Enhancement Grants.
Donor Name: Visit Canton
State: Ohio
County: Stark County (OH)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline (mm/dd/yyyy): 10/31/2022
Size of the Grant: up to $50,000
Grant Duration: 2 years
Details:
Projects should target the development of quality-of-place amenities, attractions, and facilities that enhance the visitor experience and foster connectivity within the specific destination or geographic area to increase the likelihood of visitation from outside the area. Partnerships that bring together local and regional organizations, economic development and/or government organizations and tourism-related businesses will be looked upon favorably.
The goals of the Destination Enhancement Grant Program include:
- Developing and enhancing destination-based assets that are in concert with the Visit Canton mission that help attract visitors, talent, and increased visitor spending to the region.
- Foster strategic vision as well as industry and community collaboration.
- Maximize the economic return on public and private investments for travel and tourism destinations in Stark County.
- Enhance the quality of life for residents as a result of the elevated destination assets.
Project proposals are not limited to, but may focus on one of the following categories:
- Spectator sports, participation sports, and outdoor recreation
- Culinary and agricultural activities
- Heritage and historical experiences
- Arts and culture
Project examples within the categories include:
- Community wayfinding signage or placemaking
- Business sign and façade improvements, art installations, etc.
- Projects that elevate the visitor/guest experience within the destination.
- Accessibility additions to attractions, playgrounds, or parking
- Enhancement to the interior building to create more event or multi-purpose space
Funding Information
- Grant requests up to $50,000 will be considered through this competitive application process. (If you have a project that is looking for more than $50,000 in support, please reach out to Promotions and Grants Manager, Allison Gromofsky
- Visit Canton grant dollars may not represent more than 50% of the total project cost.
- Projects must be started in the 2023 calendar year.
- Projects must be completed within two years of the award.
Eligibility Criteria
Applications must be signed by an official authorized to legally bind the applicant to perform the project. The lead applicant is responsible for meeting all grant requirements. Eligible organizations include, but are not limited to, local governments, for-profit enterprises, and non-profit organizations.
For more information, visit Visit Canton.
