City, County Accepting Applicants for Economic Development, Tourism Grants

This article was published in Monday’s (March 4th, 2024) Herald and News
Written By: Molly O’Brien

Klamath County and the city of Klamath Falls are accepting grant applications from residents for projects aimed at economic and tourism development in the respective communities.

County tourism grants

Klamath County’s 2024 tourism grant application cycle is now open and will accept proposals for “tourism-focused businesses” until 5 p.m., March 29.

A county news release said that the Board of County Commissioners are looking for projects that offer unique or special opportunities and are aimed at increasing tourism in the region.

“Projects should identify a target market and offer a specific strategy for reaching this market,” the release said.

The county asks that project proposals provide a detailed strategy for reaching their respective markets.

Infrastructure projects in particular are encouraged.

Grants are to be awarded “to eligible applicants for projects that contribute to the development and improvement of communities throughout the county by means of the enhancement, expansion and promotion of the visitor industry,” according to the tourism grant information packet.

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