Grants for For profit organizations other than small businesses - Recreation

This program provides financial support to New Jersey agritourism businesses that enhance visitor experiences through agricultural education and entertainment, helping to attract tourists and promote local agricultural products.

This program provides funding to local governments, nonprofits, and commercial entities in Louisiana to develop and improve public shooting and archery facilities, promoting safe and accessible recreational shooting and hunter education.

This program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and sport tourism-related entities in Maryland to host youth and amateur sporting events that boost local tourism and youth participation in sports.

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to established tourism businesses in Clackamas County to enhance their operations and growth through specialized professional services.

This program provides funding to local governments and private harbors in Michigan for infrastructure improvements that enhance access and services for transient recreational boaters using vessels 26 feet or longer.

This program provides financial support to marina operators in California for the maintenance and operation of sewage pumpout systems, ensuring responsible waste management for recreational boaters.

This program provides funding to public entities and private marina owners for the construction and improvement of recreational boating facilities specifically designed for transient vessels over 26 feet in length.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to rural and tribal community leaders in North Dakota to create community gardens that improve access to healthy food and promote overall wellness.

This program provides funding to local organizations and governments in Colorado to develop strategies for protecting river resources without federal designation, supporting projects like planning and restoration efforts.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit, for-profit, and municipal organizations in Muskingum County, Ohio, to promote tourism through marketing and event initiatives that attract visitors and boost local economic development.

This program provides funding to various organizations and municipalities in New Hampshire for the construction, maintenance, and development of recreational trails for both motorized and non-motorized activities.

This program provides financial assistance to Wisconsin cities, tribes, and organizations to attract and host major events that boost tourism and economic activity in the state.

This grant provides financial support to private landowners, non-profits, and Indian Nations in rural New York to promote forest regeneration and health through sustainable management practices.

This program provides funding to various entities, including local governments and nonprofits, to support projects that improve water management and conservation efforts across Colorado.

This grant provides financial support to organizations and businesses in Pennsylvania to host major events that attract tourism and promote economic development in celebration of the United States' 250th anniversary.

This program provides financial support to marinas and parks for developing and improving facilities that accommodate transient recreational boaters with vessels 26 feet or longer.

This program provides federal funding to Georgia for the construction and maintenance of sewage disposal facilities for recreational boaters, promoting cleaner waterways and responsible boating practices.

This funding program provides financial support to public and private entities for significant water-related projects in Colorado that address regional supply challenges and are not eligible for other funding sources.

The City of Kemah's Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) Sponsorship Program offers funding to organizations for events that directly enhance and promote tourism, as well as the convention and hotel industry within the city. This initiative is designed to align with the city's mission to stimulate economic growth through increased visitor traffic, ensuring that the local hospitality sector benefits from funded activities. The program's core objective is to utilize Hotel/Motel Tax funds to support endeavors that bring tangible advantages to Kemah's tourism landscape. To be eligible for funding, applications must satisfy a two-part criterion. Firstly, the "heads in beds" test requires that every funded project or event must demonstrably attract overnight tourists to Kemah's hotels and motels, thereby directly bolstering the city's lodging industry. This ensures that the grant funds are utilized in a manner that directly contributes to the program's primary goal of promoting the city's hotel industry. The target beneficiaries are primarily the hotels, motels, and businesses within the tourism sector in Kemah, with the ultimate impact goal of increasing their revenue and overall economic vitality. Secondly, the project or event must fall into one of nine statutorily authorized categories. These categories include convention and visitor centers/registration, advertising the city, promotion of the arts, historical restoration and preservation, sporting events in counties under one million in population, enhancing or upgrading existing sports facilities or fields (in certain cities), tourist transportation systems, and signage directing the public to frequently visited sights and attractions. These categories represent the key priorities and focuses of the grant program, ensuring that diverse aspects of tourism and community enrichment are supported. The expected outcomes and measurable results of the program include a measurable increase in hotel occupancy rates, a rise in the number of overnight tourists, and an enhancement of Kemah's reputation as a tourist destination. By funding projects aligned with these categories, the city aims to create a vibrant tourism ecosystem that benefits both visitors and local businesses. The City of Kemah's strategic priority is to maximize the economic benefits derived from the Hotel/Motel Tax through targeted investments in tourism promotion and infrastructure. The theory of change behind this program is that by providing financial support to events and projects that directly attract overnight visitors and enhance tourist experiences, the city will foster sustainable growth in its tourism and hotel industries.

This program provides funding to community organizations and local governments in Santa Cruz County to support projects that improve environmental health, enhance public access to parks, and promote community resilience.