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Economic Impact and Destination Event Grant Program is sponsored by Montana Department of Commerce. Supports Montana communities in hosting events that attract regional, national, and international visitors, promoting tourism and generating local revenue.
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Economic Impact and Destination Event Grant Program | Montana Department of Commerce Agritourism Grant Program Economic Impact and Destination Event Grant Program Montana Tourism Development Grant Program Pilot Community Tourism Grant Program Regional Assistance Program Resiliency Plan Implementation Grant Program Resources and Complementary Programs Rural Tourism Asset Grant Program Tools for FY22 and FY23 Grantees Annual Grant Program Tools for FY23 Grantees Eastern Montana Initiative Tourism Development and Enhancement Revolving Loan Fund In 2025, the passage of Senate Bill 409 revised laws related to the Montana Department of Commerce and the lodging facility use tax, commonly known as the bed tax.
The bill updates SB 540, which passed in 2023, restructuring the allocation of bed tax revenue by specifying how Commerce can use these funds for purposes like tourism promotion and grants.
The purpose of the Destination Event Grant Program is to assist Montana’s communities with destination events and new events that will increase tourism, including regional, national and international visitors; promote Montana's unique attributes and generate additional community revenue. Resources for Applicants: The 2027 Destination Event Grant cycle will open Oct. 20, 2026.
Please refer to the Economic Impact and Destination Event Grant Guidelines to learn about the Event Grant Program. Please refer to the Economic Impact and Destination Event Grant Program Application to review application questions. Please note, this is for reference only.
The application must be completed and submitted in the Montana Grants and Loans Portal . Please refer to the Economic Impact and Destination Event Grant Program Application Scoring Criteria to review the Destination MT Division's application scoring criteria. The Economic Impact and Destination Event Grant Program Budget Template is required to be uploaded in the application for consideration of funding.
Please refer to the Economic Impact and Destination Event Grant Program FAQs to find quick answers to questions about the funding. Refer to the Montana Grants and Loans Step-by-Step Instructions to create an account for access to the online application. For technical issues creating an account, please call the IT Help Desk at 406-444-2000.
The Request for Funds Template is required to be filled out upon completion of event and submitted in conjunction with the Final Event Report. The Final Event Report is required to be filled out upon completion of event and submitted in conjunction with the Request for Funds. Nonprofit organizations should consider creating a free Canva Pro account to aid your organizations in successfully reaching their marketing and advertising goals.
Eventbrite provides tips and guides to help elevate events. Search by event ideas, management, marketing or planning, or simply how to get started. Reference the Event Checklist and Production Process list to help guide your event one step at a time.
Consider the Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research for survey kits for a data-driven approach to measure success. Pick up a safety tip or two for your upcoming event by reviewing the Event Safety Guide .
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Local event organizations in Montana. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Economic Impact and Destination Event Grant Program is funded by Montana Department of Commerce. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Montana. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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