Visit Columbus opens $14,000 in tourism grant funds for Bartholomew County nonprofits

The Republic — Columbus reports that Visit Columbus opened applications on 2026-10-04 for $14,000 in remaining grant funds available through its Tourism Development and Event Support programs. Tax-exempt organizations in Bartholomew County are encouraged to apply; eligible projects listed include art, architecture and design installations, improvements to sports and tournament facilities, public gathering spaces and new initiatives that attract and host visitors. Program guidelines and applications are posted at comeseecolumbus.com/industry-resources/grants, and awards will be made on a first-come, first-served basis.

The article says Tourism Development Grants may cover up to 50% of a project or program’s total cost and require a one-to-one cash match. Event Support Grants are intended to back events that generate out-of-county visitor spending, encourage overnight stays, contribute to quality-of-life offerings and advance the community brand; funds can be used as seed support for new events or to help established events pursue self-sustaining growth.

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