The Snohomish County is accepting applications for the 2026 Hotel-Motel Small Fund Grant from public and non- profit agencies for tourism marketing, promotions, and capital projects.
Donor Name: Snohomish County
State: Washington
County: Snohomish County (WA)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 11/20/2025
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
Funding Information
The total amount of the 2026 Grant is projected to be $300,000. Historically, the average project allocation is $10,000 but ranges from $5,000 – $50,000.
Eligible Costs
- Project operational costs-i.e. Facility/equipment rentals and catering
- Promotion & Marketing-i.e. material design and layout, ad placement, printing, and postage
- Outreach & Communications
- Transportation.
Eligibility Projects
Examples of projects that would be welcome to apply:
- Projects that extend visitor stays through tourism itineraries, cultural programming, or recreation are encouraged.
- Projects that include strategies to track return on investment or long-term community benefit are welcome.
- Projects that leverage other funding sources or align with existing investments are encouraged Continues onto next page.
- Activations that enhance or expand existing cultural or street events in connection with the World Cup or America250.
- Projects that showcase local culture through performances, art, cuisine, or heritage experiences connected to the World Cup are encouraged.
- Projects that promote countywide access and engagement with the Everett Fan Zone are welcome.
- Watch party hosting fees: Support for large-scale community watch parties in Snohomish County cities, designed to attract overnight visitors and enhance fan engagement.
- Proposals that improve transit access, address service gaps, or enhance connectivity to events are welcome.
For more information, visit Snohomish County.
