America’s Virginia SBDC: Virginia Tourism Corporation Grant Programs

America's SBDC Virginia red white and blue logo. Date: February 18 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Phone: 540-654-1383
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Join us for an informative virtual session led by the Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) Grants team!

VTC offers several funding programs to assist the Virginia travel industry. This webinar will focus on the Marketing Leverage Program grant, for travel industry partners including small businesses, DMOs, private sector attractions, accommodations, museums, lodging and events – which opens in mid-February 2026.

Join Staci Martin, Grants Director, Noah Salaah ad-Deen, Grants Manager, and Shruthi Manimaran, Grants Coordinator for a deep dive into this program.

You will leave with a better understanding of

  • the program
  • the marketing focus
  • who is eligible
  • in-kind and cash management requirements
  • timelines and deadlines
  • and how to apply

A confirmation email with the Zoom login information will be sent after registration – a day before before the event – please be on the lookout for it.

Speaker(s): Staci Martin, Grants Director for the Virginia Tourism Corporation