MONTPELIER. Vt. (AP) - The Vermont Agency of Commerce and Community Development has announced $80,000 in grant funding for group efforts to attract more visitors or potential residents and businesses to the state.
Eligible applicants include chambers of commerce, Regional Development Corporations, downtown organizations and business groups, the agency said when it launched the program last month.
“Combatting Vermont’s demographic crisis is going to take the work of many, bringing new ideas and fresh perspectives from every corner of the state,” Gov. Phil Scott said in a written statement.
The deadline for applications is Feb. 15. Applicants must provide funds matching the amount requested.
“We know that area chambers of commerce and regional organizations are already working on attraction strategies,” said Lindsay Kurrle, Commerce and Community Development secretary. “While we work on state-wide initiatives, these grants will help local groups execute strategies unique to their region and attract more people to their community.”
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Grant monies can be used to support workforce, marketing or tourism-related projects through advertising, promotion, publicity, events, online resources and other activities or collateral specifically designed to provide regional information to visitors and potential new residents. Applicants must provide 1:1 matching funds in the amount of the grant request. The application deadline is February 15, 2020, with grants to be announced shortly thereafter. For full details, eligibility requirements and to submit a proposal, visit accd.vermont.gov/economic-development/regional-marketing-and-recruitment-grant-program.
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