2024 Fall Attraction Development Grant Program (ADGP)

This program provides funding to various organizations and businesses in Kansas to create or improve tourism attractions that will draw more visitors and stimulate the local economy.

$1,000,000

Forecasted

Recurring

Grant Description

The Attraction Development Grant Program (ADGP) aims to develop sustainable, market-driven travel experiences within Kansas to boost economic impact through job creation, capital investment, revenue generation, and increased visitation. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, government agencies, for-profit businesses, Indian Tribes, higher education institutions, and nonprofit organizations collaborating with state officials. The program funds new tourism attractions or enhancements to existing ones, focusing on projects that attract new visitors to Kansas. Applications open biannually with deadlines in October and April, and projects must be completed within 18 months.

Funding Details

Award Range

Not specified - Not specified

Total Program Funding

$1,000,000

Number of Awards

Not specified

Matching Requirement

Yes - 0.6

Additional Details

The ADGP is a 60/40 reimbursable grant, requiring applicants to provide at least 60% of the project's cost from leveraged assets. Up to 50% of leveraged funding can be in-kind contributions. A maximum of 20% of total grant funding may be awarded to any single entity in a fiscal year.

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants

Nonprofits

City or township governments

County governments

For profit organizations other than small businesses

Native American tribal organizations

Geographic Eligibility

All

Key Dates

Application Opens

Not specified

Application Closes

Not specified

Contact Information

Grantor

Carrie Doud

carrie.doud@ks.gov

Phone

(785) 249-0182

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