CHAMBERSBURG – The Franklin County Commissioners have announced the availability of funding for the 2019 Franklin County Tourism and Quality of Life Enhancement Grant.
The purpose of this grant program covers many areas, but it must be tourism-related.
- Enhancing the tourism experience,
- Promoting visitation and overnight stays within Franklin County,
- Improving the county as a destination market for leisure travel,
- Preserving and enhancing the historical assets in the county, and
- Providing bike and walking trails for the enjoyment of residents and visitors alike.
Funding is derived from the pillow tax on overnight stays at hotels in the county, as well as Marcellus Shale impact fees.
Nonprofit organizations and municipalities located within Franklin County whose mission and operations are related to tourism or the improvement of quality of life experiences for county residents are eligible to apply.
Application materials can be acquired by contacting the Franklin County Planning Department at (717) 261-3855 or by filling out this form and returning it to Franklin County Planning Department.
Applications are due by 4:30 PM on August 31, 2019.
