Grant Programs
A drone shot of St. Cloud
/ Credit: Visit Greater St. Cloud
Sometimes you just need a little help! Information on Explore Minnesota’s grant programs can be found here.
2027 Tourism Marketing Grant
Explore Minnesota funds and administers the 2027 Tourism Grant Program. It provides funding to support tourism marketing campaigns and initiatives of primary Destination Marketing Organizations (DMOs) for the economic benefit of their communities.
Eligible organizations may apply to request grant funding beginning June 1, 2026, at 9 a.m. CST. The solicitation of applications will end August 21, 2026, at 4 p.m. CST or when all funds have been allocated.
