Klamath County, Oregon – With officially launching its annual Tourism Grant Application Cycle, Klamath County offers local businesses and entrepreneurs an exceptional opportunity to realize their creative tourism projects. Now open for proposals until the end of March 2025, this project seeks to increase tourism and extend visitor stays.
Designed to support special events and projects that draw visitors, especially during the off-peak season from October to May, the grant program is funded by the countywide transient room tax and run under Klamath County Tax Collections. This period typically sees fewer visitors, and the county is keen on changing that narrative by encouraging activities that can draw people year-round.
Applications for the grant opened at 8:00 AM on March 3, 2025, and will close at 5:00 PM on March 31, 2025. Applicants should be aware that beyond this date no late entries or supporting documentation will be accepted.
The inclusion of a required Grant Orientation Class for every applicant marks a significant change to this year’s grant cycle. Set for March 13, 2025 at 9:00 AM in room 219 of the County Government Complex, the program seeks to walk candidates through the requirements and expectations of the grant application process. Eligibility depends on attendance; hence the session will also be livestreamed online to guarantee broad access.
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Another improvement for 2025 is the required Marketing Essentials Class for every grantee scheduled for May 9, 2025. Also set in room 219 of the County Government Complex, this class will cover crucial marketing strategies to maximize the impact of the funded projects. Like the orientation class, this one will be livestreamed; there will be no makeup sessions.
An advisory panel established by the Board of County Commissioners will carefully go over the grant applications. With fund announcements due in early May, the suggestions of this panel will be extremely important in the ultimate decision-making process.
On the official county website, prospective candidates may discover comprehensive information on the grant including qualifying requirements and approved projects. For all questions and submissions, this site provides a complete resource.
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Local tourism sector players in Klamath County are being encouraged to seize this chance to highlight their inventiveness and support the local economy. Interested parties should directly get in touch with the Klamath County Finance Office at 541-851-2264 for more help or inquiries on the application process.
