Highlands Creative Economy Initiative
Funding Amount
$197,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Highlands Creative Economy Initiative
Status: Active program supported by foundation grants
Funding Source: Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation ($197,000 awarded in 2023)
Geographic Scope: All 18 counties within the Appalachian Forest National Heritage Area
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Purpose: Enhance cultural heritage, natural, and human assets to grow tourism and benefit rural communities through regional collaboration
Program Components:
Meeting Schedule: 4th Thursday of every month at 10:00 a.m. on Zoom
Audience: County tourism leaders, local businesses, and tourism organizations
Background: Initially supported by a major Benedum Foundation grant in 2021, this program expanded the Potomac Highlands Creative Economy group to include all 18 AFNHA counties to grow partnerships and networking opportunities
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