Grant Application – 2025 - Visit Mt St Helens
2025 Small Grant
Grant Information
The grant categories and their deadlines are as follows:
– Cowlitz County Tourism Small Grant (deadline November 6th, 2024, at 4:30 pm)
Cowlitz County Tourism small grant application is now being accepted from qualifying entities organizing tourism-based activities, tourism promotion, and hospitality projects aimed at increasing and/or supporting the tourism industry within Cowlitz County. Grant funding is provided to increase and/or support tourism activity within Cowlitz County.
Frequently Asked Questions
1CAN WE APPLY FOR FUNDING FOR MORE THAN ONE EVENT?
Yes. Applications may be submitted for more than one event. Applicants should not make multiple requests for the same event or project. Each application must be for a unique event or project.
2ARE GRANTS ONLY FOR NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS?
No, both Government Agencies and Non-Profit agencies may apply
3WHAT CAN THE GRANT FUNDS BE USED FOR?
Grant funds will be allocated for new or existing events that bring people to Cowlitz County from outside a 50-mile radius and attract hotel stays. Allowed expenses can include marketing and promotion of the event.
4DO WE GIVE BONUS POINTS FOR ANYTHING?
Yes, we give extra points for:
• Innovative events that represent an unusual approach or moves the County’s
Tourism program in a useful new direction
• Events that occur outside of our peak season of May 15th to September 15th
• Family friendly events
5HOW LONG ARE MY GRANT FUNDS AVAILABLE?
The event or project must take place within the calendar year of 2025.
6WHAT IF I DON’T USE THE ENTIRE AMOUNT I AM AWARDED?
This is a reimbursement grant. You will be reimbursed for applicable expenses, with documentation, up to the awarded amount. Any unused funds will remain with the County and will roll over to the next year.