2026 Yates County Tourism Grant Application

2026 Yates County Tourism Grant Applications Now Available
The Yates County Tourism Grant Program is now accepting applications for 2026! Organizations, municipalities, and businesses with projects that promote tourism and draw visitors to Yates County are encouraged to apply.

New this year: The application process has been updated to improve clarity and ease of use. All applicants must use the new 2026 application form, which is now live online.

Tourism Grants are funded through Yates County's Occupancy Tax, which is collected from overnight stays at local lodging establishments. These funds are reinvested into the community through projects that enhance visitor experiences, increase non-resident visitation, and contribute to Yates County’s tourism economy.

To help guide this important funding process, Yates County established the Tourism Advisory Committee (TAC). This volunteer committee is made up of local tourism professionals and community stakeholders who serve in an advisory role to the Yates County Legislature. The TAC is responsible for reviewing all funding requests submitted. After a thorough evaluation, the committee makes funding recommendations to the Legislature for consideration in the County’s annual budget.

The deadline to apply is Friday, August 22, 2025.

APPLICATION AVAILABLE HERE