In-Kind Marketing

Chattanooga Tourism Advancement

Chattanooga Tourism Co.’s In-Kind Marketing program assists our partners in promoting visitor experiences. The purpose of the in-kind program is to support events that currently draw in a mostly Chattanooga crowd, but are interested in growth and have the potential to draw in visitors as well.

About the Program

The program provides in-kind promotion through Chattanooga Tourism Company’s media channels: billboards, email, social media, and our website, VisitChattanooga.com, which sees 2-3 million visitors annually. The events must align with one or more of the Tourism Co.’s strategic goals.

Evaluation Process

The evaluation process for in-kind partnerships includes, and is not limited to: 

Location of Event: 

The event must take place in Hamilton County and drive tourism for the economic and social impact of the community.  

Event Request Date:

The application must be submitted to Chattanooga Tourism at least 90 days prior to the proposed event. 

Event Size: 

The size of the event will be a factor in determining the level of marketing value provided. See the Tier chart below. 

Recognition of Chattanooga Tourism Co. Partnership: 

Chattanooga Tourism will review the offered recognition of our partnership/sponsorship as a criteria for awarding in-kind marketing. Should your partnership request be approved, Chattanooga Tourism Co. logo and or name will be provided for all agreed-upon recognition. Chattanooga Tourism staff will need to sign off on all sponsor materials that include Chattanooga Tourism. 

Funding Availability: 

Partnership fund availability is based on Chattanooga Tourism’s yearly budgeted allocation for this purpose.  


In-Kind Partnership Tiers

Tiers are based on prior year’s attendance or for new events anticipated attendance. Chattanooga Tourism Co. has the right to change package level and determine eligibility. 

Packages Sponsorship Event Size/Attendees
Package A $10,000 2501-5000
Package B $5,000 1001-2500
Package C $1,000 500-1000

Questions?

Contact Cultural Tourism Director Donna Harrison with questions or if you're ready to apply.