Grant Application

Organization (If other, please indicate):
Please note, the file upload size is limited to 15MB. Files accepted are .pdf, Word documents, and .jpg or .png images. If you upload a file larger than 15MB or in a file format not accepted, your submission may be lost.

W9 Required with each application. Please attach here.

Please note, the file upload size is limited to 15MB. Files accepted are .pdf, Word documents, and .jpg or .png images. If you upload a file larger than 15MB or in a file format not accepted, your submission may be lost.

Event/Experience Information

Will this event take place with or without TDT dollars?
If available, upload the economic impact report here.Please note, the file upload size is limited to 15MB. Files accepted are .pdf, Word documents, and .jpg or .png images. If you upload a file larger than 15MB or in a file format not accepted, your submission may be lost.
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Lodging secured based on a projected number of event attendance (proof of the agreement and/or communication with lodging partner must be included) >1,000 guests, 6+ properties; 501-1,000 guests, 4-5 properties; 1-500 guests, 2-3 properties.

If Yes, please provide the following information:

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Please upload communication regarding room blocks/contact with loading properties. Please note, the file upload size is limited to 15MB. Files accepted are .pdf, Word documents, and .jpg or .png images. If you upload a file larger than 15MB or in a file format not accepted, your submission may be lost.
What in-kind support from the community and additional tourism driven partnerships will you work with to ensure cooperation and creation of longer stays in Escambia County? List partners and briefly describe these collaborative efforts. (Use additional sheet if necessary)
Upload the event marketing plan here.Please note, the file upload size is limited to 15MB. Files accepted are .pdf, Word documents, and .jpg or .png images. If you upload a file larger than 15MB or in a file format not accepted, your submission may be lost.

Event Budget

Please provide a detailed budget summary AND provide a detailed budget including revenue sources for the event. Details must include marketing placements, schedules, and all relevant media buy information. Should media buys/spend change, Visit Pensacola staff will need to be notified and approve the change in spending. 75% of all Visit Pensacola Grant Funds (TDT dollars) will be used by the organizations agency of record to market the event. 25% of Visit Pensacola Grant Funds (TDT dollars) may be used for operational expenses. (Please use the examples provided at Grant Finance Workshop and see the definitions page for more information on marketing expenses vs. operational expenses).

 

Upload the detailed event budget here. Please note, the file upload size is limited to 15MB. Files accepted are .pdf, Word documents, and .jpg or .png images. If you upload a file larger than 15MB or in a file format not accepted, your submission may be lost.

Grant Request

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Please provide a full marketing plan for the event/experience, specifically those efforts to bring visitors from outside the immediate area. The Marketing Plan should list all media buys, social, PR, and market reach. Mini-Grant funds use are 100% towards marketing/advertising efforts. (Marketing plan is required for score, please use example provided on the website).

Attendance/Spectators: Ticket Sales: Participants: Vendors/Exhibitors: Sponsorship Support: Media Coverage: Website Visits: Social Media Engagement:
Please attach any additional requested files here. Please note, the file upload size is limited to 15MB. Files accepted are .pdf, Word documents, and .jpg or .png images. If you upload a file larger than 15MB or in a file format not accepted, your submission may be lost.
Did you include:

Did you attend one of the 2024 grant workshops?

Workshop Dates

  • April 15, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
  • April 19, 8 – 9 a.m. and 12 – 1 p.m.
  • April 26, 1 – 2 p.m.
  • April 29, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Attending a grant workshop is required before submitting your application.

APPLICANT:

I hereby certify that the information contained in this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and that I have read and understand the Policies and Procedures of the Visit Pensacola Event Grants Program and will abide by all legal, financial, and reporting requirements as a condition of receiving grant funds from Visit Pensacola.

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