Tourism Grants
Welcome to the Person County Tourism Development Authority's grant information page. Our mission is to support and enhance tourism within Person County through dedicated funding opportunities. We offer two types of grants as outlined below.
Application Process
We prefer you to submit your grant applications at least 90 days prior to your event. This allows for maximum attendance, sufficient advertising time, and the potential for overnight bookings.
All applications are meticulously reviewed by the Person County Tourism Development Authority Board of Directors. Applications are assessed during each board meeting, with decisions made at the board's discretion.
We encourage all potential applicants to thoroughly review the attached policies below to confirm eligibility and compliance with our grant requirements.
For any questions, or to request further information, please contact us at director@itsbetterinperson.com or call us at 336-597-2689. We look forward to partnering with you to enhance tourism in our vibrant community!
PCTDA Event and Marketing Grants
The PCTDA Event and Marketing Grant Program aims to bolster the execution of tourism-related events in Person County. This program also supports tourism partners with their marketing needs to attract visitors to the county and encourage overnight stays whenever possible.
Objectives:
- Support local events that draw tourists
- Facilitate marketing efforts to increase visitation
- Promote extended stays in Person County
PCTDA Enhancement Grants
The PCTDA Enhancement Grant Program is focused on the development of tourism-related capital projects within Person County. This program seeks to promote visitation and encourage overnight stays by enhancing the destination's appeal.
Objectives:
- Support tourism-related capital investments
- Enhance the overall visitor experience
- Encourage longer stays through improved infrastructure and attractions
Grant Expenditure Form
Grantees who are awarded Event and Marketing Grant funds will be required to report the status of their project to PCTDA through the PCTDA Grant Expenditure Form to receive reimbursement. Incomplete grant projects may impact future grant funding. All grant expenditure reports are due by June 25 of any given year unless otherwise approved by the board.
**Disclosure: All approved grant amounts expire at the end of the fiscal year- no matter the date of the approval. If the amount received is not spent by June 25 of any given year, the remainder of the grant amount will not be available for reimbursement. If an organization is in need of more monies, they must reapply and begin the grant process over for the next fiscal year.