By Allison Peck
Visit Nebraska is accepting applications for grants aimed at supporting tourism development, destination planning and innovative marketing efforts across the state.
The funding opportunities are available to destination organizations, tourism industry businesses and communities and regions focused on attracting visitors to Nebraska. Applicants are encouraged to work with their local destination organization to develop projects that promote their communities and create a cohesive message for potential travelers.
“Great ideas are happening all across Nebraska, and sometimes they just need a little help getting off the ground,” said Jenn Gjerde, executive director of Visit Nebraska. “These grants give our communities and tourism partners a chance to try something new, tell their story in a fresh way and create even more reasons for people to get out and explore Nebraska.”
To help potential applicants learn more about the process, Visit Nebraska Community Activation Manager Jenna Bartja and Grant Administrator Heather Hogue will host an informational webinar on Tuesday, October 20, at 10 a.m. Central Time.
The application window will remain open through December 16, 2026. Grant recipients are scheduled to be announced February 16, 2027.
Interested applicants can join the October 20 webinar or review the grant guidelines for additional information about the funding opportunities and application process.