Wisconsin Department of Tourism

Grants

For 20 years we've been providing partnership funding to non-profit organizations to keep Wisconsin's tourism industry growing. And it's working. Perhaps your good idea will be next to receive a Joint Effort Marketing  grant, Ready, Set, Go! sports grant, Tourist Information Center (TIC) grant or the new Meetings Means Business Grant.  Download the FY 2011 Tourism Grant Awards.

 

Joint Effort Marketing (JEM) Grant Program

If you have original ideas, we’d like to consider helping with funding. Our grant programs could be the key to getting that idea off the ground. Categories include new and existing events, sales promotions, and destination marketing.

Ready, Set, Go! Grant Program

There is money to be made in attracting sports events to Wisconsin. In fact, this is one of the fastest growing tourism niches around. This grant program helps destinations with up-front funds to secure competitive events.

Tourist Information Center (TIC) Grant Program

Serving our guests while they are on the road is core to Wisconsin’s warm hospitality. This program is designed to assist non-profits in this role with their operating expenses. Learn about the TIC Grant guidelines.

Meetings Mean Business! Grants Program

The Wisconsin Department of Tourism recognizes meetings and conventions as a niche tourism market with significant growth potential.

Upcoming Grant Deadlines

  • Apr 1, 2012

    Destination Marketing Grant Applications Due

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  • Apr 1, 2012

    Joint Effort Marketing Grant & Destination Marketing Grant Applications Due

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Other Grants

The Wisconsin Office of Recovery and Reinvestment is working with private and municipal stakeholders in our state to put federal recovery money to work to create jobs. Visit their website for information on all grant programs, including: Environment and Water, Broadband and Workforce, among others.