The Morehead-Rowan County Tourism Commission (MRCT) designates a portion of its budget to a grant program designed to aid special events or projects that promote tourism activity in Morehead and Rowan County. The purpose of the grant program is to increase visitation, enhance the visitor experience and increase overnight stays in our area. The number and extent of sponsorships will be dependent upon the availability of funds. All funds dispersed from MRTC are strictly for marketing and advertising funding unless otherwise specified after review.
All funding requests over $5,000 must be submitted to the MRTC annually by close of business on February 15 to be considered for the upcoming fiscal year. All requests must be submitted with a cover letter, completed grant application to include a detailed description of the project, detailed funding breakdown, and a project timeline. If the submitted paperwork is not complete, submittals will be voided. All requests will be reviewed and considered in the fiscal year budget beginning the same year on July 1. Applicants will be notified of approval or denial upon the final decision and may also be asked to attend a meeting to address further questions or to make a formal presentation.
All funding requests $4,999 and under must be submitted a minimum of three months prior to the event. All requests must be submitted with a cover letter, completed grant application to include a detailed description of the project, detailed funding breakdown, and a project timeline. If the submitted paperwork is not complete, submittals will be voided. Applicants will be notified of approval or denial upon the final decision.
To apply, please print the attached grant application. You can also contact our offices to have an application mailed to you or drop by to pick up an application (606.780.4342, 111 East First Street or 150 East First Street). All questions must be submitted via email to tourism@moreheadtourism.com.