The Clinton County Tourism Matching Grant Program, a collaborative initiative by the Clinton County Visitors Bureau and the Clinton County Commissioners, is strategically designed to amplify tourism beyond a 50-mile radius.
Donor Name: Clinton County Visitors Bureau
State: Pennsylvania
County: Clinton County (PA)
Type of Grant: Grant | In-kind | Matching Grants
Deadline: 02/29/2024
Size of the Grant: Not Available
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
This program, funded through a percentage of the County’s tax on lodging, seeks to provide financial support to initiatives capable of significantly enhancing Clinton County tourism. By aiming to increase visitation from outside the county, the program not only anticipates a substantial economic impact but also endeavors to support job creation.
The Clinton County Tourism Grant Committee actively encourages project proposals that contribute to the growth of tourism and elevate the visitor experience within Clinton County. They are particularly interested in initiatives that demonstrate creativity, a keen understanding of current tourist trends, and a compelling case for how the proposal will expand tourism or enhance visitors’ experiences. Emphasizing a forward-thinking approach, the committee places a strong priority on projects that outline a clear strategy for maximizing the economic impact of tourism in Clinton County, with a specific focus on increasing overnight stays. Proposals that effectively articulate these elements will be given priority consideration during the evaluation process.
Grant Match
ACT 18 requires recipients to provide at least a 25 % match, cash or in-kind, of the requested grant amount.
A cash match can be derived from:
- Applicant dollars
- Sponsorships
- Donated dollars
- Leveraging another grant
Eligible In-Kind match could include:
- Donated physical items – examples: rental venue, printed collateral
- Donated professional services – classified as someone who routinely, as a career, provides that service. Examples: accounting services, legal services, painting, IT development
INELIGIBLE In-Kind match includes:
- Volunteer hours will NOT be accepted as an in-kind match.
- Staff time will NOT be accepted as an in-kind match.
All in-kind matches need to be valued and documented by the donating organization(s). In-Kind service documentation must include work performed, date/dates of the services and hourly rate and hours donated.
Eligibility Criteria
Administered by the Clinton County Tourism Grant Committee, the program invites applications from non-profit, for-profit, and government agencies focusing on projects dedicated to expanding and improving tourism promotion, development, and overnight stays in the region.
For more information, visit CCVB.
