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WHAT: The Cultural Tourism Advance (CTA) Grant supports tourism-related projects that drive visitor demand and enhance the visitor experience in Hamilton County.  

WHEN: Application opens March 9, 2023.  

WHO: The Chattanooga Tourism Co. created the CTA Grant to help fund mission-focused culture, heritage, and arts initiatives. Grant applicants must be a partner of the Tourism Co. There is no fee associated with becoming a partner.  

WORKSHOPS: The Tourism Co. will host two workshops to share more information about the grant, best practices when applying, and success stories of previous grant recipients. Workshop registration is available online and open to all interested in applying.   

  • In-Person Workshop at ArtsBuild (301 E. 11th St. #300, Chattanooga, TN 37403) 
    March 10, 2023 | 10 a.m.  
  • Virtual Workshop 
    March 13, 2023 | 10:30 a.m.  

Open hours are available for those needing additional information or who cannot attend a workshop. To schedule a time to meet with the team, email CTAGrant@ChattanooogaTourism.com.  

DETAILS: The Tourism Co. developed the CTA Grant with funds sourced from lodging taxes paid by visitors when spending the night in Hamilton County; these taxes are not paid by Hamilton County taxpayers. It was designed to advance a wide range of projects that increase brand awareness, provide opportunities for collaboration and industry growth, and align with the Tourism Co.’s mission of promoting and developing visitor experiences that enhance the economic and social prosperity of Hamilton County.

Learn more at visitchattanooga.com/cta-grant.

About the Chattanooga Tourism Co.  

The Chattanooga Tourism Co. is the official destination marketing organization for Hamilton County, dedicated to sustainably increasing visitation and connecting guests with authentic Chattanooga experiences. The organization aims to strengthen the local economy and enrich the community by establishing Chattanooga as a premier destination for meetings, conventions, sporting events, and leisure travel. Annually, Hamilton County welcomes over 15 million visitors who contribute $65 million in local taxes, saving each resident household $1,138 in taxes and supporting more than 30,000 jobs. VisitChattanooga.com   

  

MEDIA CONTACT:  
Hannah Hammon  
Public Relations Manager  
Cell: 256-996-5788  
hannah@chattanoogatourism.com