HELENA, Mont. (NMB) – The Montana Department of Commerce has announced the awarding of $750,000 in Tourism Grant Award funding to strengthen local economies in 26 communities by enhancing tourism and recreation assets.
35 projects were awarded grants, included several along the Hi-Line and north-central Montana:
- Glacier County Historical Society is receiving $31,400 to re-create the historic local Point Drive-In diner through an exhibit and program
- The Fort Benton Chamber of Commerce is receiving $16,570 to upgrade and remodel the visitor center public restroom
- The City of Glasgow is receiving $16,833 for phase 3 of Glasgow’s wayfinding project
- The Great Falls Business Improvement District is receiving $84,184 for a comprehensive Great Falls wayfinding system
- The Great Falls Area Chamber of Commerce is receiving $6,000 to create a safe use Missouri River map for the city of Great Falls
- Havre Beneath the Streets, Inc. is receiving $9,405 for a project that includes website development
- The Montana State Parks Foundation is receiving $22,500 to develop a virtual showcase of state parks in eastern Montana
- The Saco Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture is receiving $32,410 to develop the Saco Chamber rodeo grounds and arena
- The City of Shelby is receiving $4,500 for welcome signage near the west entrance to Shelby
This program awards funds on an annual basis. Eligible entities include city and county entities, non-profits, and tribal entities.
More information on the Tourism Grant Program can be found at MarketMT.com.
