496 Tourism Grants

Discover grants for travel and tourism development and marketing. Funding supports cultural tourism events and festivals. Additional grants fund educational travel and professional development through travel.

Filter this list of travel and tourism grants above by recipient type, location, and funding source to find opportunities for tourism marketing, cultural festivals, or educational travel programs. GrantWatch helps organizations manage the entire funding process, from grant prospecting to post-award reporting, with tools such as the Grant Prospecting Dashboard, Grant Funding Pipeline, GrantWatch Intelligence™, and the AI Grant Writing Tool - built for tourism boards growing local tourism.

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Grants to Washington Nonprofits, Business Associations, and Agencies to Promote Tourism

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants to Washington nonprofit organizations, business organizations and associations, municipalities, and chambers of commerce to enhance tourism in eligible regions. Funding is intended for events and or activities that promote the city as a tourist destination....

GrantWatch ID#: 141931
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Grants to Washington Nonprofits for Projects and Events to Attract Tourists

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants to Washington nonprofit organizations to support tourism development and promotion projects in eligible regions. Eligible activities include, but are not limited to, advertising, marketing, strategizing, and operating tourist agencies. Funding is intended t...

GrantWatch ID#: 146960
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Grants to Wyoming Nonprofits to Promote Local Tourism

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants of up to $8,000 to Wyoming nonprofit organizations to promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended for events and activities that will generate out-of-county attendees and participants. Applicants may request funding for marketing, advertising...

GrantWatch ID#: 180598
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Grants to Maryland Nonprofits, Museums, and Municipalities for Heritage-Tourism Projects

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations, museums, and municipalities for heritage-tourism related projects and events in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and professional development activities that preserve and promote local culture, histor...

GrantWatch ID#: 185119
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Grants to Washington Nonprofits to Promote Local Tourism

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Washington nonprofit organizations for projects that promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities and programs that directly encourage tourism. Grants can support events, festivals, and similar projects that...

GrantWatch ID#: 200303
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Grants to Hawaii Nonprofits to Enhance Local Tourism

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Hawaii nonprofit organizations for projects that promote local tourism. Funding is intended to improve visitor services, enhance cultural offerings, maximize the economic impact of cruise ship passengers, and benefit local businesses. Th...

GrantWatch ID#: 230235
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Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Initiatives to Increase Tourism

Deadline: 08/11/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations, agencies, municipalities, and tribes for initiatives to increase tourism. Applicants must include letters of support with their application. Eligible uses of funds include projects improving infrastructure, designin...

GrantWatch ID#: 230646
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Grants to Oregon Nonprofits and For-Profits to Promote Local Tourism

Deadline: 08/12/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Oregon nonprofit and for-profit entities to promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities that will lead to sustainable tourism by attracting tourists from more than 50 miles away and increasing overnight stays...

GrantWatch ID#: 222463
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Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits and Agencies in Eligible Locations for Community Arts Proj...

Deadline: 08/14/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to South Carolina nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible areas to increase access to the arts for the local community and involve new audiences and visitors. Funding is intended to support production and exhibition costs...

GrantWatch ID#: 180269
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Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies to Strengthen the Economy

Deadline: 08/14/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit and for-profit organizations and government agencies for projects that strengthen the local economy in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support infrastructure development, job training, economic development, community imp...

GrantWatch ID#: 181125
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Grants to Utah Artists for Professional Development

Deadline: 08/14/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to Utah individual artists to support professional development and promote career advancement. Funding is intended to help artists access professional opportunities and take advantage of resources that advance their artistic careers. Applica...

GrantWatch ID#: 199557
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Grants to Georgia Organizations for Arts Programming and Workforce Development

Deadline: 08/14/26

Grants to Georgia organizations for workforce development and arts programming in eligible locations. Funding is intended to entertain and educate the local community and promote economic growth. The grants support performing, visual, and culinary arts efforts, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 216459
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Medical Students for Professional Development

Deadline: 08/14/26

Grants and in-kind services to USA, Canada, and International qualifying medical students to encourage professional and academic development. Eligible applicants are from groups that are underrepresented in the field of medicine. Successful applicants will receive...

GrantWatch ID#: 223185
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Medical Students for Career Development

Deadline: 08/14/26

Grants of $500 and in-kind services to USA, Canada, and International qualifying medical students to support professional development. Successful applicants will receive a travel stipend, free registration at a medical conference, and a certificate. The intent of ...

GrantWatch ID#: 223186
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Grants to Maryland Arts Nonprofits to Promote the Arts

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants to Maryland nonprofit arts organizations to promote the arts and enrich the lives of local residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to encourage diversity and excellence in the arts, broaden opportunities for local artists and arts organizations...

GrantWatch ID#: 172811
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Grants to Florida Nonprofits for Programs and Events That Promote Local Tourism

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants of up to $3,500 to Florida nonprofit organizations for events and activities that attract visitors to eligible locations. Funding is intended for one-day or multi-day, publicly accessible events, including, but not limited to, festivals, historical programs...

GrantWatch ID#: 203962
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Awards to USA, Canada, and International Hospitality Nonprofits and Businesses

Deadline: 08/15/26

Awards to USA, Canada, and international early-stage nonprofit organizations, NGOs, social enterprises, and businesses in recognition of exceptional contributions to promoting sustainability and social impact in the hospitality and tourism sectors. In addition to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 221293
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Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits, Agencies, and Associations for Events to Promote Tourism

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and civic associations for events that encourage tourism and travel in eligible locations. Applicants must contact staff prior to applying. The main objective of this funding program is to make...

GrantWatch ID#: 228903

Grants to Washington Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies to Promote Culture and Tourism

Deadline: 08/17/26 LOI Date: 08/14/26

Grants to Washington nonprofit organizations, businesses, and municipalities to promote cultural activities and tourism in eligible regions. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to encourage tourism and support the operation, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 141930

Grants to North Carolina Artists for Professional Development

Deadline: 08/17/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to North Carolina artists in eligible counties for career development efforts. Funding is intended for professional and artistic development for emerging or established artists to create work, improve their business operations, or bring thei...

GrantWatch ID#: 147817

Grants to Wyoming Nonprofits and Agencies in Eligible Regions to Promote Local Tourism

Deadline: 08/17/26

Grants of up to $4,000 to Wyoming nonprofit organizations and government agencies for tourism opportunities in eligible locations that attract visitors from out of the region. Funding is intended to assist local organizations with events designed to generate trave...

GrantWatch ID#: 179788

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits and Agencies for Culture and Tourism Projects

Deadline: 08/17/26 LOI Date: 08/10/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and tribal government entities for activities that attract visitors and benefit local residents in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a pre-application prior to applying. Funding...

GrantWatch ID#: 191231

Grants to North Carolina Artists for Professional Development

Deadline: 08/17/26

Grants to North Carolina artists to promote professional development. Funding is intended to assist early-career and established artists in creating work, purchasing materials and equipment, traveling for professional opportunities, attending workshops, and enhanc...

GrantWatch ID#: 214530

Grants to Mississippi Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Cultural Heritage Projects

Deadline: 08/17/26

Grants of $5,000 to Mississippi nonprofit organizations, government agencies, public schools, academic institutions, research centers, and tribal entities for events and projects related to heritage and culture in eligible regions. Funding is intended to help plan...

GrantWatch ID#: 222319

Grants to Florida Nonprofits and For-Profits for Community Projects

Deadline: 08/17/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Florida nonprofit and for-profit organizations for events and projects that promote tourism, cultural vibrancy, and community engagement in eligible locations. Funding is intended to create engaging, community-focused events that celebra...

GrantWatch ID#: 222952

Grants to Texas Nonprofits and For-Profits to Promote Historic Restoration and Tourism

Deadline: 08/18/26

Grants to Texas nonprofit and for-profit organizations for historic restoration and preservation projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to promote tourism through historic preservation projects and activities rooted in local history and heritage. Elig...

GrantWatch ID#: 190754

Grants to Texas Artists and Nonprofits for Initiatives to Benefit Residents and Tourists

Deadline: 08/18/26

Grants to Texas artists and nonprofit arts organizations for arts and culture initiatives to benefit residents and tourists in eligible regions. Funding is intended for performances, exhibitions, public art projects, operating expenses, and classes that include a ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215330

Grants to Texas Musicians, Promoters, and Venues to Advance the Music Industry

Deadline: 08/18/26 Conference Date: 08/13/26

Grants to Texas professional musicians, independent promoters, and music venues to promote the music industry in eligible locations. Funding is intended to improve the music sector through activities and events that benefit tourists and expand the creative workfor...

GrantWatch ID#: 224377

Grants to Washington Nonprofits and Municipalities to Promote Tourism

Deadline: 08/19/26

Grants to Washington nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and marketing organizations for projects and events that promote local tourism in eligible regions. Certain applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended for the prom...

GrantWatch ID#: 149037

Grants to Oregon Entities for Programs that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 08/19/26

Grants to Oregon nonprofit organizations, individuals, and entities for projects and services to benefit the community in eligible locations. Funding is intended for time-bound, specific initiatives that fulfill at least one specified goal to benefit the community...

GrantWatch ID#: 150849

Grants to Kansas Organizations for Events and Activities that Encourage Overnight Tourism in E...

Deadline: 08/20/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Kansas organizations in eligible areas for projects, activities, and events that encourage tourism and overnight visits. Eligible projects are those that are designed to promote economic growth, particularly through overnight stays in loc...

GrantWatch ID#: 167331

Grants to Colorado Destination Marketing Organizations to Increase Statewide Tourism

Deadline: 08/20/26

Grants to Colorado destination marketing organizations and tourism industry associations for projects and initiatives to enhance tourism throughout the state. Funding is intended for marketing campaigns related to travel and tourism. Eligible projects must be new ...

GrantWatch ID#: 175963

Grants to Hawaii Nonprofits for Initiatives to Benefit Residents and Visitors

Deadline: 08/20/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Hawaii nonprofit organizations for initiatives to benefit residents and visitors in eligible regions. Funding is intended for educational programming, community events, Native Hawaiian cultural programs, and projects that enhance the sen...

GrantWatch ID#: 225397

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofit Museums and Historical Societies for Operating Expenses

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit museums and county historical societies for general operating support. Funding is intended to promote the museum community and assist historical societies and museums that are not receiving funding from other state sources. Eligibl...

GrantWatch ID#: 148874

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Tribes, and DMOs to Foster Tourism Across the State

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, tribal governments, and DMOs to increase tourism to communities across the state. Funding may be used for services contracted through a third-party vendor, advertising, trade shows, and eligible Explore Minnesota progra...

GrantWatch ID#: 156102
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Grants to Tennessee Marketing, Regional, and Tourism Organizations to Increase Tourism to Thei...

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants to Tennessee marketing, regional, and tourism organizations to increase tourism to their communities. Funding is intended to increase visitation, broaden the impact of marketing communication, and generate travel-related revenue. Tourism marketing efforts c...

GrantWatch ID#: 222595

Grants to Washington Organizations to Promote Local Tourism

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants to Washington organizations and agencies for activities that promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended for special events, festivals, tourism facilities, and marketing projects. The grant program invests in community events and projects tha...

GrantWatch ID#: 229400

Contracts to Pennsylvania Incorporated Entities to Operate Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

Deadline: 08/21/26

Contracts to Pennsylvania incorporated entities to build, operate, and maintain electric vehicle charging stations in eligible counties. Funding is intended for charging stations that will be available for public use, including locations primarily intended to serv...

GrantWatch ID#: 229439

Cooperative Agreements to Washington, DC Entities for a Foreign Exchange Leadership Program

Deadline: 08/24/26

Cooperative agreements to Washington, DC nonprofit organizations and institutions of higher education to manage a foreign exchange leadership program. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Organizations will be expe...

GrantWatch ID#: 222468

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits to Promote Tourism in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 08/25/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations for programs and events that promote tourism in eligible locations. First-time applicants must attend a workshop or contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for activities and projects that improve the lo...

GrantWatch ID#: 218304

Grants for Massachusetts Organizations for Community Projects

Deadline: 08/26/26

Grants to Massachusetts organizations for projects that protect community resources in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and activities within the interest areas of community housing, historic preservation, open spaces, conservation, and recreat...

GrantWatch ID#: 146143

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits and IHEs to Host Life Science and Biotechnology Events

Deadline: 08/26/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations and academic institutions to host meetings related to the life sciences and biotechnology. Applicants must complete the required registration process before applying. Funding is intended for events t...

GrantWatch ID#: 185085

Grants to New York Nonprofits, Local Agencies, and Farmers' Markets to Increase Tourism

Deadline: 08/27/26

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and farmers' markets to increase tourism in eligible regions. Funding is intended for capital investments that support visitor-generating projects such as theaters, museums, trails, and other major c...

GrantWatch ID#: 140294

Grants to Tennessee County and City Governments for Capital Projects that Attract Tourism

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants to Tennessee city and county governments for capital projects that attract tourism to the state. The purpose of funding is to help communities develop tourism-generated economic impact by improving tourism assets. Eligible projects include stage and boat ra...

GrantWatch ID#: 182752

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits and Agencies to Promote Local Tourism

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs and activities that promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended to attract overnight visitors from outside a 50-mile radius, increase overnight st...

GrantWatch ID#: 231345

Agreements to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs to Enhance Recreational Experiences

Deadline: 08/28/26

Cooperative agreements to USA nonprofit organizations, government entities, and IHEs for projects to enhance recreation and visitor experiences in eligible regions. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed before applying. Eligible ...

GrantWatch ID#: 231611

Grants to Israel Alumni of Fulbright Programs for Professional Development

Deadline: 08/30/26

Grants to Israel alumni of Fulbright programs for professional development opportunities. Funding is intended to support a wide variety of activities including international travel for conferences or research, access to specialized facilities, pilot projects, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 230147

Grants to Maryland Local Jurisdictions and Nonprofits to Foster Cultural Heritage Tourism

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Maryland local jurisdictions and nonprofit organizations for activities to foster cultural heritage tourism in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support projects such as educational programs, events, tours, exhibits, planning, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 146971

Grants to Mississippi Organizations and Groups to Foster Local Tourism in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Mississippi organizations and groups for projects and events to promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended to develop quality marketing programs and sales outreach to attract visitors to the area. Eligible programs increa...

GrantWatch ID#: 149307

Grants to Mississippi Organizations and Agencies for Projects to Increase Tourism

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Mississippi organizations, government agencies, and associations for projects to increase tourism in eligible locations. Eligible projects may fall into one of the following categories: attractions and public use facilities, festivals and...

GrantWatch ID#: 163802
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