The Cattaraugus County Department of Economic Development, Planning and Tourism (EDPT) is now accepting applications for the 2024 Cattaraugus County Group B Tourism Promotion Grant Program.
Donor Name: Cattaraugus County Department of Economic Development, Planning and Tourism (EDPT)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 12/08/2023
State: New York
County: Cattaraugus County (NY)
Details:
A portion of bed tax is intended to provide grants for advertising and promoting various new or expanded tourism events, unique festivals, attractions and experiences that will attract more visitors for extended stays, overnight visits and day getaways. This grant program seeks to establish the importance of programs and opportunities that promote or support the development of specific themes or significant attractions and events, all of which enhance the level of visitor experience in the area. Any eligible grantee will partner and coordinate with the Department of Economic Development, Planning and Tourism (EDPT).
Types of Advertising
Grants will provide the necessary items for the following advertisements:
- Radio Advertising –Enchanted Mountains Jingle must be used.
- Television and Web Video Advertising
- Newspaper, Magazine, Travel Guide, Newsletter, Special Edition Inserts
- Internet Advertisements Brochure, Flyer & Poster Printing
- Promotion of special package promotions
Eligibility Criteria
Eligible applicants include the following:
- Chambers of Commerce without full-time staff,
- business associations,
- non-profit organizations,
- events,
- festivals
- and other tourism associated activities.
Ranking Criteria of Applications
- Increase economic impact
- Increase overall visitations to County
- Create longer stays and overnight visits
- Involve collaboration among communities, attractions and events
- Promotion of niche activities and experiences that will enhance new visitor interest into our County
- Emphasize NEW marketing and or development rather than existing activities
- Involve partnering with various accommodations for package development and promotions
For more information, visit EDPT.
