DRIVE High Point Foundation Micro Grant

Funder: Visit High Point, a 501(c)(6) non-profit tourism agency, state legislated by NC HB 1621

Geographic Scope: High Point, North Carolina

Funding Source: Funded by the 3% Guilford County occupancy tax

Purpose: To drive more outside visitors to High Point, ultimately staying overnight in local room night accommodations and boosting economic impact by increased spending in restaurant, retail, event, and supporting hospitality venues.

Key Requirements

• Mission Alignment: Must support tourism objectives that increase out-of-town visitors and overnight stays
• Mandatory Reporting: Applicants must be in good standing with submitting reports for former grant cycles
• Eligibility Verification: Organizations must verify eligibility before applying

Funding Mandate

• Organization is legislated to invest at least 15% of its annual occupancy tax in specific tourism-related projects

Reporting Requirements

Awardees must submit comprehensive and accurate information demonstrating how funds were used to meet Visit High Point's tourism objectives, including:

• Measurable outcomes such as visitor attendance, overnight stays, marketing reach, and overall economic impact
• Supporting documentation (invoices, marketing materials, event summaries) to verify expenditures and results
• Progress reports and final reports

Application Process

1. Eligibility Check: Click the link provided to determine your eligibility for DRIVE High Point Foundation Micro Grant funding
2. Submission: Complete and submit required application materials (specific forms and documents not detailed in provided content)

Required Materials

• Eligibility verification
• Grant application form (specific requirements not provided in content)
• Supporting documentation plan for reporting

Reporting Materials

Awardees must submit:

• Progress Report Form - tracking progress during grant period
• Final Report Form - documenting completed project outcomes and expenditures (covering June 30, 2023 – June 30, 2024 period as example)

Note: The provided website content does not include detailed application instructions, narrative questions, or specific submission materials. Direct contact with Visit High Point or visit to the full application portal is recommended for complete application details.