Citrus County Tourist Development Council Grant Cycle Begins

Picture2      Citrus County Tourist Development Council Grant Cycle Begins 

The Citrus County Visitors and Convention Bureau announces that the Tourist Development Council Reimbursement Grant Cycle has opened as of March 1, 2024.

March 1, 2024 - Applicant Submittal Period Opened
April 1, 2024 - Applicant Submittal Period Due by 5:00pm
May 9, 2024 - Applicant Presentation to the Tourist Development Council; Grant Selection & Budget Allocation

There are two grant categories available this period:

  • Collateral Materials Grant
  • Special Events Marketing Grant

The Collateral Materials Grant is intended to assist organizations in Citrus County by providing grant money to make our area more appealing to visitors who are spending the night in Citrus County. This grant leverages the TDC’s resources and extends marketing for Citrus County. Applicants can apply to receive a maximum of $1,500.

The Special Event Marketing Grant is intended to provide funding to advertise and promote events to out-of-county markets to attract overnight visitors. The grant funds are meant to supplement the grantee’s budget and are restricted in their use for marketing, advertisement, and promotional materials. Applicants can apply to receive a minimum of $750 to a maximum of $7,500 for special project/events.
All grants require a dollar-for-dollar cash match, with the exception of the $750 award.

Grant applications must be completed and returned in person to the Citrus County Visitors Bureau (located at 915 N Suncoast Blvd, Crystal River, FL 34429) or via email to christina.lamb@visitcitrus.com no later than 5:00pm on Monday, April 1, 2024. Late applications will not be accepted. Presentations by the applicants seeking funds will be required at the TDC meeting on Wednesday, May 9, 2024, for grant selection and budget allocation.

For grant application forms, more details on each type of grant, eligible projects, and reporting requirements, contact Christina Lamb at christina.lamb@visitcitrus.com or call the Citrus County Visitors and Convention Bureau at (352) 794-5506.

 

*All grants awarded and funded are for reimbursement purposes.