2026 Tourism Grant Program
Explore Minnesota funds and administers the 2026 Tourism Grant Program. It provides funding to support tourism marketing campaigns and initiatives of primary Destination Marketing Organizations (DMOs) for the economic benefit of their communities.
Eligible organizations may apply to request grant funding beginning April 21, 2025, at 9 a.m. CST. The solicitation of applications will end June 20, 2025, at 4 p.m. CST or when all funds have been allocated.
Download the Grant Application
View the FAQ for the Tourism Grant Program
View the informational overview webinar
NOTE: Contract Effective Dates are June 1, 2025 or when all parties have signed the grant contract, whichever occurs later.
Past Tourism Marketing Grant Award Recipients: