In alignment with our mission to promote the Eastern Oregon visitor experience and to enhance and preserve the region’s quality of life and economy, the grant program’s key initiatives are to:
Drive visitation and overnight stays from Eastern Oregon’s key domestic and international markets.
Develop destination-based products that are in concert with Eastern Oregon’s natural environment, support the stewardship of the state’s resources and its rich history
Tie into or enhance one of EOVA’s marketing and development pillars: Outdoor Recreation, Culture & Heritage, or Culinary & Agritourism.
Provide strategic industry professional development and training opportunities
Please review the 2023-2024 EO REGIONAL GRANT GUIDELINES for program intent, eligibility, developing a strong application, and application process.
Click on the “Grant Materials” button below to view sample application materials. Have questions? Click on the “Grant FAQs” button below.
Grant Materials Grant FAQs
***IMPORTANT DATES***
Pre-Application Opens
October 6, 2023
Pre-Application Closes
deadline extended to 11:59pm November 29, 2023
EO Regional Grant Application Closes
December 1, 2023
Grant Application Status Notification (and work can officially begin)
Early February
For addtional questions about the grant program, please reach out to Brittany, our Grant & Outreach Coordinator.
