BOOST Tourism Grant Released by the City of Waynesboro

City Invests in Marketing Activities to Drive Visitation

Waynesboro, VA – The City of Waynesboro invests annually in tourism-related events and projects through their grant program, “Building Opportunities to Support Tourism (BOOST).” City businesses and organizations are invited to apply for up to $3,000 to support eligible activities such as festivals and events intended to entice visitation while offsetting associated marketing, design, and printing costs. Funds are limited to new and existing tourism-related endeavors taking place within the City of Waynesboro between July 1, 2024 and June 30, 2025.

“Tourism plays a vital role in Waynesboro’s local economy,” says Stephanie Duffy, Assistant Director for Waynesboro Economic Development & Tourism. “We are excited to offer the BOOST Grant Program once again to provide support for event organizers as they continue to grow and improve their programs which drive visitation to Waynesboro.” BOOST Grants assist local tourism partners by enabling them to expand their marketing reach beyond the local area and continue to grow their events.

Full details and requirements of the grant are included in the application, which is available for download on the City’s Economic Development site (waynesborobusiness.com/boost-tourism-grant/). Completed applications are due by noon on Friday, August 2, 2024 to the Economic Development & Tourism Office. A committee will review the applications and make determinations for grant awards by Monday, August 12, 2024.

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