Tourism Marketing Grant

Tourism Marketing Grant is sponsored by Kansas Department of Commerce. Assists in new or first-time innovative tourism advertising and marketing efforts in Kansas.

Kansas Tourism - Marketing Grants Your browser is not supported for this experience. We recommend using Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari. The Tourism Marketing Grant Program was developed as an ongoing grant program designed to assist organizations in new, innovative, dedicated tourism advertising and marketing.

To learn more about the Marketing Grant, please contact Babette Dixon . This year's Tourism Marketing Grant is now open. The deadline to submit an application is August 31st, 2026, at 11:59 PM .

We have recently transitioned to a new application management system. If you have not previously used this program, you will need to register to create an account before beginning the application process. Click here to apply for the Tourism Marketing Grant.

New Application - Helpful Links & Resources The following resources are available to assist you with creating an account and completing your Kansas Commerce Grant application: How to Create an Account in the Kansas Commerce Grant Portal Applying for a Kansas Commerce Grant How to Apply for a Kansas Commerce Grant on Behalf of Another Organization (Account Relationships) How to Capture a Screenshot of Good Standing Status from the Secretary of State Before starting your application, we encourage you to review the information below.

Click here for the complete guidelines for the Tourism Marketing Grant. Marketing Grant Application Guidelines The Tourism Marketing Grant has been developed to support Kansas Tourism's mission by assisting Destination Marketing Organizations (DMOs), tourism communities, and travel industry businesses with first-time marketing and promotion activities.

This grant is not intended to… Application Questions & Sample Application Click here for application questions for the Kansas Tourism Marketing Grant. Click here for a sample application. Click here for a budget template for the Kansas Tourism Marketing Grant.

Required Documents & Attachments Required Documents and Attachments Attachments and support materials must be uploaded to the application. Attachments and support materials will not be accepted by any other method. Required attachments are required for eligibility.

The required attachments are: A screenshot of the Kansas Secretary of State's Good Standing Status. Businesses and non-profit organizations are required to upload a screenshot of the current status from the Business Search webpage and take a screenshot of your organization’s “general information page. ” Applicants do not need to purchase a certificate of good standing.

A screenshot of the general information page with the current status will suffice. Applicants that are government or tribal entities are exempt from submitting a screenshot of their good standing status and should leave it blank. You can check the Secretary of State's website to view the organization’s current status and expiration date.

A Tax Clearance Certificate from the Kansas Department of Revenue. A certificate can be requested online through an application at the Kansas Department of Revenue's website . A signed copy of the State Policy Regarding Sexual Harassment Acknowledgment Form.

Blank form here . A signed copy of the Certification of Company Not Currently Engaged in the Procurement or Obtainment of Certain Equipment, Services, or Systems Form. Blank form here .

A signed W-9 for the organization. The W-9 must be signed and dated within the last 12 months. Find a blank W-9 form here .

Eligible Applicants & Definitions Eligible Applicants & Definitions Nonprofit Organizations - are defined as Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status or 501(c)(6) status with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) For-profit Organizations - are defined as a business that operates with the primary goal of generating profit for its owners or shareholders Government Organizations - are defined as State governments, County governments, City or township governments, or Special district governments Tribal Organizations - such as Native American tribal governments (federally recognized), Native American tribal governments (other than federally recognized) Public or private non-profit organization or association acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a State Eligible Projects & Costs Eligible Projects and Costs First-time print and broadcast advertising should focus on out-of-state or markets over 100 miles from the event, attraction, or community.

The application must address the expected economic benefit to the community through the attendance generated by the media placement, such as meals purchased, overnight stays, and so on. Graphic Design and/or Printing of Promotional Materials A detailed description of the promotional materials shall be submitted for all design work. An example of the design shall be included in the application.

A distribution plan shall be submitted with all requests for brochure and guide design and printing. A copy of the marketing plan must be submitted with the final reimbursement request. Regional Collaborative Marketing initiatives New marketing programs between multiple entities.

The grant will fund an organization’s first-time attendance at consumer out-of-state trade shows, including booth space fees and marketing materials. Travel expenses are not eligible. Website Design or Enhancement The grant will fund website design and enhancement.

The grant will fund the purchase of an email list, mobile marketing, and ad agency support for digital marketing. The grant will fund first-time tourism market research. A copy of the research results shall be given to the Tourism Division prior to or at the time the request for grant payment is submitted.

The grant will fund bid fees, event marketing, and other appropriate event activities that directly support the cost to set up and run the event. The grant will not fund event management salaries or event prizes. Brochure and Guide Distribution The grant may fund out-of-state brochure or guide distribution that is done through a professional distribution company.

The distribution schedule for the planned regions and dates shall be included in the application. The grant will fund first-time billboard rental and production. Billboards funded through this program are intended as a marketing activity.

Billboards used solely as directional signage will not be considered. 12. Public Relations & Media Activities The grant will fund first-time PR Media activities such as a first-time press event or FAM trip etc. 13.

Direct Mail Marketing The grant will fund the first-time printing and the cost to mail a “direct mail” piece. Pre- application must provide details of intended economic benefit of the promotional piece and include why the particular target market was chosen. 14.

Video and Photography The grant will fund the asset gathering of video and photography for tourism promotion and media use.

Ineligible Projects & Costs Ineligible Projects and Costs The following are projects and costs that are non-fundable through the grant program: Marketing of local community events that are mostly promoted to local citizens and are attended predominantly by local citizens Entertainment and honorariums Local and state beauty pageants and parades Bumper stickers, stationery, and membership solicitation literature Promotional items, prizes, trophies, plaques, decorations, trinkets, hats, shirts, banners, flags, and floats Taxes, except sales tax on goods and services, and payroll taxes Lobbyists, political contributions Bad debts, late payment fees, finance charges, or contingency funds Parking or traffic violations Out-of-state transportation and travel expenses.

Kansas will be considered the home state for determining whether travel is out-of-state. The Tourism Marketing Grant is a 60/40 grant. Applicants must provide a minimum of 60% of the project’s cost from leveraged assets.

50% of leverage funding may be in-kind contributions. This is a reimbursable grant.

Wabaunsee County Economic Development Douglas County Historical Society for Douglas County Heritage Partners Seneca Area Chamber & Downtown Impact for Trek Northeast Kansas Nemaha, Jackson, Doniphan, Brown Save Our Soils Kaw Valley Foundation Olathe Chamber and Convention & Visitors Bureau Hays Area Bicyclists Inc. Northwest Kansas Travel Council Hesston Chamber of Commerce & CVB Coffey County Economic Development Leavenworth County Historical Society Lindsborg Convention and Visitors Bureau Ness County Bank Building Foundation City of Great Bend Convention & Visitors Bureau Gun Smoke Trail Collaboration Dickinson, Ellis, Ford, Sedgwick Ellis Alliance Association Rice County Economic Development/Tourism Baldwin City Chamber of Commerce Scott County Historical Society Cherokee County Economic Development Lawrence Restaurant Association Olathe Convention and Visitors Bureau Atchison Area Chamber of Commerce Barber County United, Inc. Graham County Community Development Jewell County Revitalization Kansas Free for Arts, Inc. Marquette Chamber of Commerce Marysville Convention & Tourism Mitchell County Convention & Tourism National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame North Central Kansas Shooting Sports, LLC North Topeka Arts District, Inc Russell County Economic Development & CVB Seneca Area Chamber & Downtown Impact Southeast Kansas Museum Alliance Visit Herington/Convention & Visitors Bureau Below are the reporting forms for those who have been previously awarded the Tourism Marketing Grant.

Tourism Marketing Grant Reporting Forms If you've been awarded a Tourism Marketing Grant you can find the reporting forms here. Research & Contracts Manager