Destination Sense of Place Grant

SECTION 1: Organization Information

Organization Name

Organization Type

Primary Contact

First NameLast Name

Title

Email

example@example.com

Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

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Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, governmental entities, neighborhood associations, business associations, community-based organizations, and quasi-governmental organizations.

Organization Type:

SECTION 2: Project Overview

Project Title

Project Address / Location

Confirm project is located within Louisville/Jefferson County, Kentucky

Project Summary: Briefly describe the project, what will be built or installed, and the overall scope.

SECTION 3: Tourism Infrastructure Type

Which type(s) of tourism infrastructure best describe your project? (Select all that apply)

If Other, please describe:

SECTION 4: Sense of Place & Tourism Impact

How does this project authentically reflect Louisville’s local identity or sense of place?

How will this project enhance the visitor experience?

Describe the primary visitor audience(s) this project is intended to serve.

How will this project support or strengthen the visitor economy?

SECTION 5: Project Timeline

Proposed Project Start Date

Proposed Project Completion Date

Project Completion Requirement Acknowledgment: I understand the project must be fully completed within the calendar year the grant is awarded or all funds must be returned to the Community Investment Committee.

SECTION 6: Budget & Matching Grant

Total Project Budget

DSP Grant Amount Requested

Total Matching Amount

Who is Funding the Matching Grant (if different than applicant)

Matching Funds Breakdown

Please describe cash and/or in‑kind services being used as matching funds and their sources.

Upload Line‑Item Project Budget

Upload Documentation Supporting Matching Funds

Matching Grant Acknowledgment: I understand this is a matching grant and funds are allocated based on the recipient’s ability to provide matching dollars and/or services.

SECTION 7: Project Management & Responsibility

Who will manage this project in its entirety?

Name

First NameLast Name

Email

example@example.com

Please confirm your organization will manage the project, including selecting service providers, permitting, design, fabrication, and installation (if applicable)

List any known partners, vendors, or contractors involved in the project.

SECTION 8: Permitting & Approvals

Are permits or approvals required for this project?

If yes, permit status:

List permitting agencies or entities involved.

SECTION 9: Maintenance & Liability

Who will be responsible for ongoing maintenance of this project once completed?

Maintenance & Liability Acknowledgments

SECTION 10: Supporting Materials

Upload renderings, site plans, or design concepts

Upload photos of current site conditions

Upload letters of support

SECTION 11: MOU & Final Certification

MOU Acknowledgment

Certification Statement

SIGNATURE
The applicant, by signing below, agrees to comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws that prohibit discrimination based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, or disability and also to comply fully with all of the other terms, conditions, and guidelines of this application.

Destination Sense of Place Grant Eligibility

Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations, governmental entities, neighborhood associations, business associations, community-based organizations, and quasi-governmental organizations. Other organizations may be considered on a case-by-case basis if the proposed project advances the mission of Louisville Tourism’s Community Investment Committee and demonstrates a clear enhancement to the visitor experience.