Hospitality & Tourism Business Grants
The hospitality and tourism sector can access grants for business improvement, destination development, and recovery support. Local authorities, VisitEngland/Scotland/Wales, and regional tourism bodies provide funding opportunities.
Destination Development
Regional tourism bodies and councils fund destination improvement projects. These support attractions, accommodation providers, and visitor infrastructure development.
Business Improvement
Hospitality businesses can access grants for premises improvement, accessibility, and sustainability. These often come from local authorities or business improvement districts.
Skills & Training
The sector benefits from specific skills funding including apprenticeship support and training grants to address hospitality workforce challenges.
US Tourism & Hospitality Grants
196 grants found
Route 66 Grant Program
Providing grants to certified convention and visitors' bureaus for development of tourism, education, preservation and promotion of the 100th anniversary of Route 66.
International Tourism Grant Program
A grant program for certified local tourism and convention bureaus to develop, coordinate and promote international tourism marketing efforts.
Accessible Travel Program
Participants in the Accessible Travel Program will receive up to 23 accessibility site assessments and free listing for all Wheel The World Verified sites on the Wheel The World website.
Event Trust Funds Program
The Event Trust Funds Program provides funding to support events that attract tourists and stimulate local economies.
Regional Council Capital Fund
The Regional Council Capital Fund provides capital grant funding for economic development projects that create or retain jobs, reduce unemployment, and increase business activity, including $8 million allocated for tourism projects.
Better Buffalo Fund
The Better Buffalo Fund provides a $40 million pool of grants and loans to support mixed‑use, high‑density development and downtown revitalization in Buffalo through two initiatives: Transit Oriented Development and the Buffalo Main Streets Initiative.
Rural Energy for America Program (REAP)
Renewable Energy Systems & Energy Efficiency Improvement Guaranteed Loans & Grants in California Provides funding for renewable energy systems and energy efficiency improvements in rural areas.
VA GPD Per Diem Only NOFO
The Homeless Providers Grant and Per Diem Program is accepting applications for grants to support per diem only.
VA Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) Program
The Supportive Services for Veteran Families is accepting applications for grants to support veteran families.
Start Up Washington
Startup 365 is your starting point if you're new to business or exploring funding options. While it doesn't offer direct loans or grants, it connects you to the right programs, lenders, and technical assistance to get funding‑ready. It's especially helpful for rural, underserved, or first‑time entrepreneurs.
Export Finance Assistance Center of Washington (EFACW)
Works with the international trade experts at the Washington State Department of Commerce to provide an integrated menu of services that help businesses implement their export strategy. Provides free export finance counseling to small and medium sized Washington exporters or prospective exporters. The funds can be used for manufacturing, recycling, processing facilities, waste disposal operations, nonprofit facilities, multi‑purpose facilities (with taxable bonds).
Export Washington
Export Washington helps small businesses in Washington State grow by selling their products or services internationally. Through the STEP Grant and Export Voucher Program, qualified businesses can get cover export‑related costs like trade shows, marketing translation, certifications, and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about US tourism & hospitality grants