Grants
The Outer Banks Visitors Bureau sponsors a number of grant opportunities to help fund and support various local projects and events organized by Dare County nonprofits and government entities.
Event Grants are designed to support events that drive overnight visitation to Dare County during less-than-peak months (September 7 to June 15). In addition, the Board offers other funding opportunities through its Restricted Fund Grants, including Tourism Impact Grants and Long-Term Unappropriated Grants, supporting programs or services needed due to the impact of tourism.
Since 1992, the Board has awarded more than 725 total grants to over 153 Dare County nonprofits and municipalities, reflecting more than $26 million in funding that provides a tangible and sustained benefit for the Outer Banks community.
Event Grant
The Event Grant Program supports Dare County based nonprofit and governmental organizations in creating and hosting events such as concerts, fairs and festivals, and sporting competitions, that encourage overnight visitation to Dare County's Outer Banks during the off-peak season (September 7 through June 15).
Applications are accepted during two periods each year: August 1st–15th and February 1st –15th .
All applications must be submitted at least four (4) months prior to the project start date.
Event Grant Guidelines
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Event Grant Application (.PDF)
Event Grant Application (.DOCX)
Event Grant Accountability Form (.PDF)
Event Grant Accountability Form (.DOCX)
Fireworks Grant
The Dare County Tourism Board’s Fireworks Grant Program was established to provide financial assistance to Dare County governmental units and nonprofit organizations for Fourth of July fireworks displays.
Applications are accepted February 1st-15 th of the same calendar year as the 4th of July event.
Fireworks Rules and Qualifications (.DOCX)
Fireworks Rules and Qualifications (.PDF)
Fireworks Application (.DOCX)
Fireworks Application (.PDF)
Long Term Unappropriated Fund Grant
Dare County Tourism Board’s Long-term Unappropriated fund was established to financially assist Dare County Governmental Units and Non-profit Organizations with programs or services needed due to the impact of tourism on the County.
Long Term Unappropriated Fund Grant Rules and Application (.PDF)
Long Term Unappropriated Fund Grant Rules and Application (.DOCX)
Tourism Impact Grant
The Tourism Impact Grant supports Dare County–based governmental units and nonprofit organizations by funding programs and services needed due to the impacts of tourism.
Eligible projects may include, but are not limited to, beach access improvements, walkways, and capital projects for attractions. Grants are awarded on a reimbursement basis.
Applications may be requested at any time; however, completed applications must be submitted between September 1 and September 30.
Tourism Impact Grant Rules & Qualifications (.PDF)
Tourism Impact Grant Application (.DOCX)
Tourism Impact Grant Application (.PDF)
Tourism Impact Grant Reimbursement Criterion
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Past Awards
Tourism Impact Grants
Established Event Developer Grants
Event Grant Awards
Fireworks Grants
Short-term Restricted Fund Grants
Long-Term Restricted Fund Grants
Green Space/Open Space Preservation of Land Grants
Special Project Grant Awards
TAG Awards