Department of Commerce tourism grant cycle opening

Press release

HELENA – The Department of Commerce will accept applications for its Tourism Grant Program beginning this Sunday, July 1. Up to $750,000 will be awarded for projects that strengthen Montana’s economy through tourism and recreation.

“All communities in Montana have something special to share,” said Commerce Director Pam Haxby-Cote. “By recognizing and investing in those strengths, communities can capture more of the dollars nonresident visitors bring into Montana every day.”

Last year, 12.5 million visitors spent $3.4 billion in Montana communities.

Eligible tou...