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a] Audience Development (Events/Festivals) funds will only be awarded for non-local advertising and promotions to generate visitors
b] Sponsorships/Enticements (Meetings/Conventions/Tournaments) funds will be awarded for general sponsorships to entice groups to hold meetings in Devils Lake that would not otherwise be occurring in Devils Lake
[Four] grant levels are available at this time; applicant must apply for the grant module for which they qualify to request funding.
Level 1 – up to $500: for 1-day events that attract visitors with projections of no motel room bookings. The Devils Lake CVB will provide in-kind advertising, i.e. radio mentions, website, press releases, on behalf of the event/festival/tournament.
Level 2 – up to $750: for 1-day events that attract visitors with projections of booking 10-15 motel rooms. The Devils Lake CVB will provide in-kind advertising, i.e. radio mentions, website, press releases, on behalf of the event/festival/tournament.
Level 3 – up to $1,500: for 1-day events that attract visitors w16+ motel rooms; or events that bring in tour buses. The Devils Lake CVB will provide in-kind advertising, i.e. radio mentions, website, press releases, on behalf of the event/festival/tournament.
Level 4* – up to $3,000: for events that are held over a period of 2 or more days with booking equaling 50 or more motel rooms nights. The Devils Lake CVB will provide in-kind advertising, i.e. radio mentions, website, press releases, on behalf of the event/festival/tournament.
*At this level, additional consideration may be given.
Organizations seeking DLCVB funds for their tourism related event may apply at any time during the year but should be received at least 90 days before the event; however, applications are only reviewed on a quarterly basis. They will be reviewed in the March, June, September and December meetings. Applications must be for events taking place at least one month following the application deadline.
Event website and printed materials must contain following logo. Any website links must contain this hyperlink: https://www.devilslakend.com
Logo files can be obtained through the Devils Lake Area Convention and Visitors Bureau by emailing Suzie Kenner at suzie@devilslakend.com.
March 1 | June 1 | September 1 | December 1
Before starting the application process, review the details and guidelines for the grant.
Schedule a meeting with the Devils Lake CVB, to go over the project details and make sure it is a good fit, before moving forward with the application process.
Please be aware, grants are reviewed quarterly. Deadlines are March 1, June 1, September 1 and December 1.
All grant applications will be reviewed based on tourism and operational criteria by the Devils Lake Visitors Committee. During this process, you may be contacted for more information.
You will be notified by email if your organization received funding, or if funding has been denied.
Contact our office at [701] 662-4957.
Funding will be made according to evaluation of questions and requested documentation using the following point system. Therefore, it is highly recommended you answer each question and provide all necessary documentation - sponsorship solicitation information and event budget.
Point System for New Event
Total possible points = 50
Point System for Event in its 2nd Year & Beyond
Total points possible = 65