This $16.2 million Economic Development Administration project grant to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, awarded under the Economic Adjustment Assistance (CFDA 11.307) program on November 15, 2021, funds tourism marketing and infrastructure projects across the state to rejuvenate leisure, business, and international travel in the post-pandemic period. Through five sub-awards totaling the full award amount, regional tourism councils and associations in Boston, Cape Cod, Central Massachusetts, Western Massachusetts, and Plymouth County will implement shoulder season marketing campaigns utilizing various media including digital, social media, print, broadcast and outdoor advertising. The campaigns aim to promote regional attractions and experiences to extend domestic tourism stays and visits from November through April 2023-2024. Infrastructure and asset development projects include craft beverage trails, photography/videography, and on-site tourism signage and materials across Massachusetts to enhance the visitor experience.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $16.2m | 11/15/21 |
Grant Number | Description | Subgrantee | Prime Award | Dollars Obligated (Click to sort descending) | Updated At (Click to sort ascending) |
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017915155S | Boston Public Market Association, Inc. | Project Grant 017915155 | $1.0m | 11/18/22 | |
017915155S | Cape Cod Chamber Of Commerce | Project Grant 017915155 | $1.0m | 11/18/22 | |
017915155S | Greater Springfield Convention And Visitors Bureau, Inc. | Project Grant 017915155 | $1.0m | 11/18/22 | |
017915155S | Plymouth County Development Council | Project Grant 017915155 | $1.0m | 11/18/22 | |
017915155S | Worcester Regional Tourism And Visitors Corporation | Project Grant 017915155 | $1.0m | 11/18/22 |