Who can apply for the Columbia Tourism Marketing Grant?

The packet says eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations producing and promoting an event within city limits, and hotel properties or venues seeking to bring business to Columbia.

What information does the grant application ask for?

It asks for organization and contact details, project information, the requested amount, projected attendance and hotel rooms, other funding sources, and planned expenses.

How do I submit the tourism grant application?

Email the completed form and associated application documents to mrose@columbiail.gov, and deliver a hard copy to Marla Rose at City Hall, 208 S. Rapp Ave., Columbia, IL.

Do I need a notary for the Columbia tourism grant application?

No. This packet does not require a notary; it calls for signatures on the application and related forms, but does not require a notarized attachment.

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Tourism Marketing Grant Program Application Packet

Nonprofit organizations, hotels, and venues use this packet to apply for City of Columbia matching funds for projects that promote local tourism.

What this form is

The packet includes the grant application and related funding-cycle documents for projects promoting Columbia events, attractions, hotels, or venues. The city accepts applications on a rolling basis and says they must arrive at least 60 days before the event. Applicants provide organization and project details, requested funding, projected attendance and hotel rooms, matching funds, and planned expenses.

Who needs it

Nonprofit organizations, hotel properties, and venues seeking City of Columbia tourism grant funding use this packet to apply.

How to submit it

Email the completed form and associated application documents to [email protected], and deliver a hard copy to Marla Rose, Assistant to the City Administrator, at City Hall, 208 S. Rapp Ave., Columbia, IL.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the packet calls for signatures on application and related forms, but does not require a notarized attachment.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application Packet
Download the Tourism Marketing Grant Program packet, which includes the application and related funding-cycle documents.
2
Complete The Application
Enter organization and project details, the amount requested, projected attendance and hotel rooms, matching funds, and planned expenses.
3
Gather Associated Documents
Include associated application documents and any additional documentation you feel is necessary.
4
Email And Deliver The Application
Email the completed materials to [email protected] and deliver a hard copy to City Hall at 208 S. Rapp Ave.

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for the Columbia Tourism Marketing Grant?: The packet says eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations producing and promoting an event within city limits, and hotel properties or venues seeking to bring business to Columbia.
What information does the grant application ask for?: It asks for organization and contact details, project information, the requested amount, projected attendance and hotel rooms, other funding sources, and planned expenses.
How do I submit the tourism grant application?: Email the completed form and associated application documents to [email protected], and deliver a hard copy to Marla Rose at City Hall, 208 S. Rapp Ave., Columbia, IL.
Do I need a notary for the Columbia tourism grant application?: No. This packet does not require a notary; it calls for signatures on the application and related forms, but does not require a notarized attachment.

Need something notarized?

This Tourism Marketing Grant Program Application Packet doesn’t need a notary — but Illinois residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.