Tourism Marketing Grant

About this archived opportunity

The Tourism Marketing Grant provides funding for tourism-related marketing campaigns and initiatives that support the Colorado Tourism Office (CTO)'s mission “to empower the tourism industry by inspiring the world to explore Colorado responsibly and respectfully.” The minimum funding request is $2,500 and the maximum is $49,000. Matching funds are required, and based on funding request as outlined below: $49,000 - $20,001 - 2:1 funding match requiredFor every $1 a grantee allocates to the project, the Colorado Tourism Office will provide $2 in matching funds up to $49,000. For example, if your total project budget is $60,000, you are eligible to request a $40,000 grant, with the remaining $20,000 to be provided by the grantee as a cash match. For every $1 a grantee allocates to the project, the Colorado Tourism Office will provide $2 in matching funds up to $49,000. For example, if your total project budget is $60,000, you are eligible to request a $40,000 grant, with the remaining $20,000 to be provided by the grantee as a cash match. $20,000 - $2,500 - 4:1 funding match requiredFor every $1 a grantee allocates to the project, the Colorado Tourism Office will provide $4 in matching funds up to $20,000. For example, if your total project budget is $12,500, you are eligible to request a $10,000 grant, with the remaining $2,500 to be provided by the grantee as a cash match. For every $1 a grantee allocates to the project, the Colorado Tourism Office will provide $4 in matching funds up to $20,000. For example, if your total project budget is $12,500, you are eligible to request a $10,000 grant, with the remaining $2,500 to be provided by the grantee as a cash match. Grant goals are to: Strengthen Colorado’s statewide economic growth and advance the state’s competitive position as a leading four-season travel destination. Promote and educate on responsible travel, destination stewardship, and ensure all feel represented in Colorado. Maximize the economic return on publ