eTraveler: June 6, 2022

June 6, 2022

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FY23 Tourism Co-op Registration Now Open

The co-op sign-ups are now open. Opportunities will be available on a first-come, first-served basis as there are limited spots for each option.

If you have tourism co-op program questions please feel free to email Katie Kenne at katie.kenne@iowaeda.com.

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Regional Sports Authority District (RSAD) Program Opens June 10

RSAD grants promote tourism in Iowa by funding projects that relate to the active promotion of nonprofessional sporting events in the state. Convention and Visitors Bureaus are the only eligible applicants. RSAD awards are $50,000 and require a 50 percent cash match.

Applications for RSAD grants will be available Friday, June 10, 2022.

Contact Katie Kenne (katie.kenne@iowaeda.com) with questions.

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NEW LINK - Enhance Iowa announces CAT grant application deadlines

In last week's eTraveler the link to the Community Attraction and Tourism (CAT) grant program was incorrect. This has been updated.

Due to increased funding for the CAT grant program, the Enhance Iowa Board announced two application deadlines: July 15, 2022, and January 15, 2023. CAT grants assist city, county or nonprofit organizations with funding vertical infrastructure (construction) projects related to recreation, education, entertainment and cultural activities. The grant application is available on the Enhance Iowa website. The Legislature allocated $10 million for the CAT program in FY23.

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Upcoming Meetings/Events

  • June 8, 2022 - WITR Membership Annual Meeting
  • June 13, 2022 - iTIP Annual Meeting
  • July 6, 2022 - EITA Annual Meeting
  • July 21, Iowa Tourism Office Update (webinar)

Check out the calendar of events for more details and upcoming industry meetings.

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