Tourism Development Grant
Application Form
The Fox Cities Convention & Visitors Bureau accepts grant applications for costs related to development of Fox Cities visitor attractions and amenities.
Tourism Development grants may not be used for operating expenses, annual fund drives, endowment funds, reimbursement of previously incurred expenses, research, travel or expenses typically considered to be overhead.
Grant deadlines:
February 20, April 20, June 20, October 20 and December 20
Questions? Contact Pam Seidl, FCCVB Executive Director
pseidl@foxcities.org or 920-734-3358
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General Application Information
Date of Application:
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Name of Applicant Organization:
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Amount of Tourism Development Grant Requested:
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Business/Organization Type (check all that apply):
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Corporation
Partnership
Sole Proprietorship
Non-Profit
Person in Charge of Project:
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First Name
Last Name
Address:
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Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
State / Province
Postal / Zip Code
Daytime Phone:
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Please enter a valid phone number.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Email:
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example@example.com
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Organization Information
Legal Organization Name:
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CEO:
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Address:
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Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
State / Province
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Daytime Phone:
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Please enter a valid phone number.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Number of Employees:
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Purpose of Organization:
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References
May we contact your attorney? (Write N/A if Not Applicable)
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Yes or No responses only. A "Yes" answer authorizes your attorney or accountant to disclose relevant information which might otherwise be privileged. The Fox Cities CVB will endeavor to maintain the confidentiality of all information so obtained:
May we contact your accountant? (Write N/A if Not Applicable)
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Yes or No responses only. A "Yes" answer authorizes your attorney or accountant to disclose relevant information which might otherwise be privileged. The Fox Cities CVB will endeavor to maintain the confidentiality of all information so obtained:
Attorney
Name:
Address:
Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
State / Province
Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
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Accountant
Name:
Address:
Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
State / Province
Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number:
Please enter a valid phone number.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Project Architect (if applicable):
Name:
Address:
Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
State / Province
Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number:
Please enter a valid phone number.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Construction General Contractor (if applicable):
Name:
Address:
Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
State / Province
Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number:
Please enter a valid phone number.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
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Project Description
Project:
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Project Start Date:
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Project Completion Date:
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Total Cost of Project(s):
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1. Give a detailed description of the project answering ALL of the questions noted here: A: What will it look like and when will it open? B: Is it new to the Fox Cities or an expansion of an existing attraction? C: What makes it special and is it unique to Wisconsin? D: What will a visitor experience when there and how long will a visitor spend there?
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2. Has there been a feasibility study or market study for this project?
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2(b.) If so, please share what you learned. If not, what has been done to determine whether success is likely?
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3. Who is the legal owner of project site, if not the applicant? Describe the relationship between the owner and applicant?
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4. What is the useful life of building or project?
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5. Is there municipal, county or state support for this project? If so, please describe the kind of support the project is receiving?
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Destination Master Plan Alignment
Does this project address any of the priorities noted in the Fox Cities Destination Master Plan? Check all that apply.
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Development of new festival experiences, especially in winter
Regional indoor concert/event venue
Addressing infrastructure gaps at existing venues
Iconic art trail development/public art
Amplifying outdoor recreation, especially waterways and winter options
Completion of gaps in regional trail system
Enhancing connectivity, walkability and alternative transportation options
Increase in air service to the area
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Tourism Impact
What impact will the project have on the tourism economy? Will this project enhance the visitor experience and/or attract visitors from outside of 50 miles, or will it be an amenity that visitors will use?
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Collaboration
How do you envision your organization working with the Fox Cities Convention & Visitors Bureau once the project is completed? What other attractions or community organizations will you collaborate with?
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Operational Plan
Describe in detail your operational plans for the organization after this project is complete, with specific emphasis on how it will be marketed to the visiting public. Be sure to include information on the following:
A: How will you be staffed? How experienced is your staff? B: How will you ensure adequate operational funding? Funding during the start-up period? C: Who is your target audience? D: How large do you anticipate your marketing budget to be? E: What kinds of sales, advertising, and promotions will you do? F: Who will provide you with the marketing expertise you need? G: What plans do you have for cross promotion with other attractions?
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Other
What else should we know to help us decide whether to give a grant to assist this project?
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Fundraising
How much money do you have left to raise for this project? Provide a detailed plan for raising those funds.
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Project Budget
Date Prepared:
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Source of Funds
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Tourism Development Grant Request
Other Contributions Collected
Contributions Remaining to be Subscribed
Loan
Other (specify)
TOTAL
Use of Funds
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Rows
(Fill in dollar amounts below)
Land Purchase
Land Improvements (preconstruction site testing and work)
Construction Costs (Itemize/detail below)
Fees
Installation
Supplies/Materials
Other (itemize)
TOTAL
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Required Enclosures
Please submit one copy of the following:
Most Recent Annual Report:
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Most Recent Audit:
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Bylaws:
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List of Board Members:
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A copy of any market or feasibility study that has been done for this project:
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Drawings, schematics, site plans or any concepts that will help us visualize your project:
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Printed Name:
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First Name
Last Name
Signature:
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