The City of Marion has established a Hotel/Motel Grant Program funded by a seven percent room tax on overnight stays. This program redistributes these funds through the annual budget process and grants to organizations that aim to boost tourism in Marion. Eligible entities are those working towards increasing local tourism, including City of Marion events, commissions, and partners, which receive allocations during the annual budget process and do not require separate grant applications. A committee assesses applications to recommend funding allocations to the council. Funds are granted for the fiscal year only, with unclaimed funds reverting to the Hotel/Motel Fund.

Marion City Council has budgeted $50,000 for the Hotel/Motel Grant Program for FY24-25.

The grant application process will open on Tuesday, April 2, 2024.

Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual opening: April