Travel & Tourism Grants
Last updated October 18, 2026
Grantable tracks 144 active travel & tourism grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 2 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 78 list an award amount, with a median of $40K.
- Grants tracked
- 144
- from 91 funders
- Median award
- $40K
- middle half $20K–$108K
- Total listed funding
- $14.8M
- across 78 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 8
- 11 with a published date
On this page: State Foundation · Updated daily
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| HOT Funds Grants Program Mineral Wells Area Chamber of Commerce · Foundation ~November · Varies Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) Funds are tax revenue generated by hotel stays. The City of Mineral Wells and Palo Pinto County have contracted with the Mineral Wells Area Chamber of Commerce to administer these grants. | |
| Visit Eau Claire Tourism Grant Program Eau Claire Area Convention and Visitors Bureau Inc · Foundation Nov 15, 2026 · Varies To be competitive, projects must be time-limited, seasonal, or pilot programs that are open to the public. Priority given to: | |
| SDTMD Tourism Marketing Grants (Annual Competitive Grants) San Diego Tourism Marketing District · Foundation ~November · $50.5M The San Diego Tourism Marketing District (SDTMD) awards annual competitive grants to tourism-generating events and programs that can demonstrate the ability to increase overnight stays at SDTMD-assessed hotels (City of San Diego hotels… | |
| Virginia Green Travel Star Awards Virginia Beach Hotel Association · Foundation ~January · Varies The Virginia Green Travel Star Awards have been given annually since 2010 to the greenest tourism businesses in Virginia. | |
| Major Projects Program South Placer County Tourism Corp dba Placer Valley Tourism · Foundation ~February · $100K A major projects funding program designed to encourage and assist in the development and/or improvement of facilities ensuring a competitive edge. Major Projects are defined as financial requests for $100,000 or more. | |
| 2026 Tourism GAP Grant (Grant Assistance Program) Belmont County Tourism Council Inc · Foundation ~March · Up to $110K | |
| Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) - Tourism Development CDBG Program · State Jun 30, 2027 · Varies Funding for tourist attractions expected to draw 2,500 visits annually. Supports community and economic development through tourism-related projects. | |
| Tourism Development CDBG Program · State Jun 30, 2027 · Varies CDBG funding for tourist attractions expected to draw 2,500 visits annually. Projects must align with CDBG national objectives and benefit low and moderate-income persons or address community development needs. | |
| 2025 Tribal Tourism Grants Beulah Convention and Visitors Bureau Inc · Foundation ~June · Up to $20K | |
| Colorado Tourism Office Marketing Matching Grant Program Longmont Area Visitor's Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K Awards funding to eligible applicants for projects promoting the state as a tourism destination | |
| Enterprise Marketing Grant Maine Office of Tourism · Foundation Not published · $5K – $30K The Enterprise Marketing Grant, part of the Maine Tourism Marketing Partnership Program (MTMPP), aims to bolster tourism marketing initiatives that enhance visitor numbers to Maine destinations. | |
| Community Impact Grant Program Nebraska Toursim Commission · Foundation Not published · $25K – $250K The Community Impact Grant Program, administered by the Nebraska Tourism Commission, offers marketing assistance to communities hosting major events that attract out-of-state visitors. | |
| Destination Greater Burlington Grant Burlington West Burlington Area Development Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies | |
| Tourism Event Growth & Sustainability (TEGS) Program - Event Sponsorship (NM) Grant New Mexico Tourism Department · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Tourism Event Growth & Sustainability (TEGS) Program in New Mexico offers sponsorship up to $50,000 for qualifying tourism events. | |
| Tourism Development and Enhancement Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Lake County Community Development Corp · Foundation Rolling · $5K – $250K Low-interest loan fund administered by Mission West Community Development Partners to help drive economic growth through the creation of tourism-focused businesses. | |
| Marketing Platform Development Program Grant Missouri Division of Tourism · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Marketing Platform Development Program by the Missouri Division of Tourism aims to enhance marketing investments for tourism beyond the fiscal year. | |
| Joint Effort Marketing (JEM) Grant Program: Destination Marketing Travel Wisconsin · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Joint Effort Marketing (JEM) Grant Program supports collaborative marketing initiatives to enhance tourism in Wisconsin. | |
| Alabama Power Foundation: Gateway Grants Alabama Power Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Alabama Power Foundation's Gateway Grants aim to enhance economic and cultural vibrancy in local communities. | |
| Kayak Rental Station Grant Fox Cities Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Kayak Rental Station Grant, offered by the Fox Cities Convention & Visitors Bureau, aims to enhance outdoor recreation and improve the visitor experience along the Fox River. | |
| Tourism Regeneration Grant - Micro-Purchase Washington Tourism Alliance · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Tourism Regeneration Grant - Micro-Purchase aims to enhance visitor experiences in rural communities by funding projects up to $50,000. | |
| Destination Forward Grant - Tier II A: Construct and Equip (NM) New Mexico Tourism Department · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Destination Forward Grant - Tier II A aims to enhance tourism infrastructure in New Mexico by funding projects that improve visitor amenities and attractions. | |
| Cooperative Marketing Grant Program (NM) New Mexico Tourism Department · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cooperative Marketing Grant Program (NM) fosters collaboration between the New Mexico Tourism Department and local entities to enhance tourism. | |
| Emerging Destination Marketing Grant Program South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism · Foundation Not published · $100K – $200K The Emerging Destination Marketing Grant Program supports the growth of South Carolina's tourism by providing funding to eligible non-profit organizations. | |
| Bucks County Tourism Grant Program Bucks County Conference & Visitors Bureau · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bucks County Tourism Grant Program facilitates funding for tourism-related projects and initiatives in Bucks County. |
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Travel & tourism grants by the numbers
How deadlines work
- Rolling or ongoing
- 8 6%
- Upcoming date published
- 11 8%
- Stated cycle, no date yet
- 30 21%
- No deadline published
- 95 66%
Only 11 of these grants publish a date, too few to show a seasonal pattern.
Funders with the most active travel & tourism grants
- New Mexico Tourism Department 7 active
- Washington Tourism Alliance 6 active
- South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism 5 active
- Augusta Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc DBA Destination Augusta 4 active
- Travel Portland 4 active
- Travel Wisconsin 4 active
91 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 144 active travel & tourism grants (with a deadline today or later, or none published) as of October 18, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum; 2 listed amounts over $10M are left out, since they're usually program-wide totals rather than single awards.
About travel & tourism grants
Travel and tourism grants support organizations and projects that promote tourism, cultural and heritage attractions, destination marketing, and the visitor economy. Funding frequently comes through state and local tourism offices, destination marketing organizations, and economic-development programs, and is often aimed at boosting local economies and showcasing communities. Eligible recipients can include nonprofits, tourism bureaus, cultural sites, events, and small businesses depending on the program.
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Travel & Tourism Grants by state
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much money do travel & tourism grants award?
Of the 144 travel & tourism grants Grantable lists as of October 18, 2026, 78 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $40K, and the middle half fall between $20K and $108K. The largest is $5M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.
Which funders offer the most travel & tourism grants?
By number of active listings, the leading funders are New Mexico Tourism Department (7), Washington Tourism Alliance (6), South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism (5), Augusta Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc DBA Destination Augusta (4), and Travel Portland (4). In all, 91 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
When are travel & tourism grants due?
Of 144 grants listed, 8 accept applications on a rolling basis, 11 have a published upcoming deadline, 30 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 95 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.
What are travel and tourism grants?
Travel and tourism grants fund efforts to attract visitors and strengthen the visitor economy — destination marketing, cultural and heritage tourism, festivals and events, attraction development, and related promotion. Because tourism drives local economic activity, much of this funding is framed around economic development and community promotion rather than general charitable programs.
Who offers travel and tourism grants?
Funding most often comes from state tourism offices and destination marketing organizations, local convention and visitors bureaus, and economic-development agencies, sometimes financed through lodging or hotel-occupancy taxes. Foundations, arts and humanities councils, and corporate sponsors may also support cultural, heritage, and event-related tourism. Programs and eligibility vary significantly by state and locality.
Who is eligible for tourism grants?
Eligibility depends on the program: some are open to nonprofits, tourism bureaus, cultural institutions, and event organizers, while others include municipalities or small businesses in the hospitality sector. Many tourism grants require a clear plan to draw visitors, measurable economic impact, and sometimes matching funds, so it's important to review each program's specific guidelines and geographic focus.
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