In alignment with our mission to promote the Eastern Oregon visitor experience and to enhance and preserve the region's quality of life and economy, the grant program's key initiatives are to:

  • Drive visitation and overnight stays from Eastern Oregon's key domestic and international markets.

  • Develop destination-based products that are in concert with Eastern Oregon's natural environment, support the stewardship of the state's resources and its rich history 

  • Tie into or enhance one of EOVA's marketing and development pillars: Outdoor Recreation, Culture & Heritage, or Culinary & Agritourism.

Please review the 2024-2025 EO REGIONAL GRANT GUIDELINES for program intent, eligibility, developing a strong application, and application process.

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TO APPLY:


***IMPORTANT DATES***

Application Opens

  • September 23, 2024

Application Closes

  • October 28, 2024 at 11:59pm

EOVA Staff Provides Feedback to Applications (optional)

  • November 6, 2024

Revisions to Applications Due (if opted in for feedback)

  • November 27, 2024 at 11:59pm

Grant Application Status Notification (and work can officially begin)              

  • January 21, 2025

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For addtional questions about the grant program, please reach out via email with subject line: EO Regional Grant Program.