Idaho Administrative Code
Title IDAPA 28 - Commerce, Department of
Rule 28.02.03 - DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE GRANT PROGRAM RULES
Subchapter A - GENERAL GRANT PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Section 28.02.03.100 - IDAHO REGIONAL TRAVEL AND CONVENTION GRANT PROGRAM
Current through August 31, 2023
01. Program Intent. The intent of this program is to provide grant funds to non-profit, incorporated organizations which have in place a viable travel or convention promotion program, or both, in their area of operation. Preference is given to programs with a primary focus of promoting overnight visitation in Idaho. Funds may be used for tourism marketing which has a positive economic impact to the state of Idaho including, but not limited to, the promotion of accommodations, recreational areas, events, conferences, food and beverage, tourism services, culture, attractions, and transportation. (3-31-22)
02. Eligible Applicants. Non-profit entities with a focus on tourism. Entities must provide proof of non-profit status including: State of Idaho Certificate of Incorporation, Articles of Incorporation from the Secretary of State, or a letter of determination from the Internal Revenue Service, and Notice of Employer Identification Number assigned by the Internal Revenue Service. (3-31-22)
03. Review of Applications. The Idaho Travel Council will review applications in accordance with selection criteria specified in program guidelines. (3-31-22)
04. Matching Funds. This grant requires a cash match of twelve and one-half percent (12.5%) of the amount awarded, with further requirements specified in program guidelines. (3-31-22)
05. Distribution of Funds. The Department will reimburse funds to the grantee upon submission and review of complete documentation of funds expended. (3-31-22)
06. Eligible Expenses. (3-31-22)
07. Ineligible Expenses. Unless specified otherwise in the program guidelines, this grant program will not fund: (3-31-22)
08. Audit Requirement. Grantees who receive one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000) or more in grant funds will have an audit performed by a Certified Public Accountant and submitted to the Department within sixty (60) days following the close of the grant cycle. (3-31-22)