This new fund would allow local businesses to apply for city sponsorship grants using the following requirements (but not limited to):

• The event and business must be located in North Kansas City and if applicable, the business must have a business license in good standing.
• Grant funding may only be used for event expenses and cannot be used for routine operational and administrative expenses.
• Businesses can receive a maximum of $500 in grant funding in a calendar year.
• Grant recipients must comply with the application and reporting requirements.
• The event and/or business cannot be located within a Community Improvement District.

Tourism Grant Funding will be assessed and awarded primarily on the following factors:

• The extent to which the event would promote and provide exposure about North Kansas City’s appeal as a tourist/visitor destination;
• The extent to which the event would have a documented positive impact on hotel/motel room occupancy and tax generation within the city limits of North Kansas City;
• The extent to which the event is anticipated to enhance direct spending through increased tourism/visitor activity in North Kansas City;
• The extent to which the event has the potential for future growth; and
• The extent to which the event provides an overall benefit to the community.

City-Sponsorship Tourism Grant Program Info Packet and Application

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