The Convention & Visitor’s Bureau offers several programs to assist local organizations with funding for events.
Below is a brief description of each program. Please click on each program’s individual page to submit a form online or download the form following each description and mail the completed information to our office.
Prior to applying to the grant program, please make sure you add your event to our event calendar by filling out this form. As part of the requirements for the grant program, you must use the VisitFindlay logo on your marketing pieces, you can download the VisitFindlay logo here.
Co Op Advertising Program
Designed to enhance marketing efforts with award amounts up to $3,000 in 50% matching funds. Activities with a local focus may be approved for up to $1,000 in 50% matching funds, i.e. at least $2,000 must be spent to receive $1,000. Activities with a regional focus (Approximately 1/3 of attendees from outside Hancock County) may be approved for up to $3,000 in 50% matching funds, i.e. at least $6,000 must be spent to receive $3,000. You may apply for one Co Op Advertising or one Community Connect Grant per event. Reimbursements are due 60 days after the competition of your event.
Application is due 60 days prior to the start of an event. Download the Fine Print here.
Learn more and fill out the application online
Download the Co Op Advertising Grant Application
Fill out the Reimbursement Request Online
Download the Co Op Advertising Grant Reimbursement Request
Community Connect Program
Designed for small events with award amounts up to $500. This simplified program is designed to support marketing and advertising for events and programs with smaller budgets. Unlike other programs, it does not require matching funds. Special consideration will be given to events taking place outside of the City of Findlay. You may apply for one Community Connect Grant per event.
This application is due 30 days prior to the start of your event. Download the Fine Print here.
Learn more and fill out the application online
Download the Community Connect Grant Application
Fill out the Reimbursement Request Online
Download the Community Connect Grant Reimbursement Request
Tourism Growth Program
Designed to aid the successful growth of established signature events, with awards of up to 50% of the total event budget at a maximum of $5,000. Application is for events taking place March 1, 2019 – February 28, 2020. Reimbursement due December 1, 2019
2019 Deadline: February 11, 2019. Download the Fine Print here.
Learn more and fill out the application online
Download 2019 Tourism Growth Program Application
Fill out the 2018 Reimbursement Request Online
Download 2018 Tourism Growth Program Reimbursement Request
Tourism Development Program
Designed to aid in the successful establishment of events in their first and second years, with awards of up to 50% of the total event budget at a maximum of $8,000. Application is for events taking place March 1, 2019 – February 28, 2020. Reimbursement due December 1, 2019
2019 Deadline: February 11, 2019. Download the Fine Print here.
Learn more and fill out the application online
Download 2019 Tourism Development Program Application
Fill out the 2018 Reimbursement Request Online
Download 2018 Tourism Development Program Reimbursement Request
Tournament Builder Program
Support non-profit organizers in establishing tournaments and competitions that will build awareness of the Findlay area and show a growth pattern that benefits the community. Must show a track record of overnight stays. 50% of total tournament budget, up to $5,000. No limit on number of applications per organization. Reimbursements due December 1, 2019.
2019 Deadline: February 11, 2019. Download the Application Fine Print here.
Learn more and fill out the application online
2019 Tournament Builder Program Application
Rebrand/Annual Marketing Program
Assist with marketing costs of an organization rebranding or the general marketing of a venue or non-profit organization that fits within CVB mission. 50% of total campaign budget, up to $5,000. Reimbursement due December 1, 2019.
2019 Deadline: February 11, 2019. Download the Application Fine Print here.