The City of Manzanita is offering Off-Season Marketing Grants for the 2024-2025 fiscal year, with a total of $20,000 in funding available. These grants are intended to support projects that promote tourism and visitor engagement in the Manzanita area during the off-season. The maximum grant amount that can be requested per project is $2,000, making it suitable for small-scale marketing initiatives designed to attract visitors outside of peak times. Applications for this grant opened on October 1, 2024, and will close on December 1, 2024.

The grants are managed through the Tillamook Coast Visitors Association, which has implemented Foundant, a widely used grant management software. Foundant is designed to streamline the application process and enhance transparency, used by numerous regional organizations including Travel Oregon, Oregon Parks and Recreation, and others. For both new and returning applicants, the software simplifies access to the application process. Existing users with an active grant account can log in using their existing credentials, and those without an active account are instructed to create a new account.

Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the criteria and requirements for eligible projects, which are accessible within the application portal. Although detailed eligibility criteria are not specified in this document, they are available within the Foundant system, ensuring that potential applicants can assess their project’s alignment with funding goals before applying.

The primary purpose of this grant is to support marketing initiatives that bolster tourism in Manzanita during periods when visitor traffic is typically lower. This strategic focus aims to enhance local business stability and promote the area's appeal outside peak seasons. Organizations, businesses, and individuals focused on tourism promotion in the Manzanita region, including those with innovative or creative approaches to marketing, may find this funding opportunity beneficial for short-term project needs.