Special to the Leader & Times
Kansas Tourism has announced applications for the Attraction Development Grants program will open Aug. 17. The program is designed to provide funding support for the development of new tourism attractions or the enhancement of existing attractions that encourage travel to and throughout Kansas. A total of $1 million will be granted during this round. The deadline for applications is Oct. 16.
“Investing in tourism means investing in the future of our communities,” Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland said. “Through this grant program, communities can transform promising ideas into attractions that draw more visitors, support job growth, and generate new economic activity – all while improving quality of life and establishing Kansas as a top travel destination.”
The $1 million available funding will go to support projects that develop or enhance destination-based tourism assets and experiences. Applications will be evaluated based on their potential to increase visitation, generate economic impact, improve the visitor experience and enhance the quality of life in Kansas communities.
“Every Kansas community has its own story to tell, and memorable attractions are one of the best ways to tell those stories,” Kansas Tourism Director Bridgette Jobe said. “These grants help create experiences that inspire travelers to explore Kansas, stay longer and discover all the unique places across the Sunflower State.”
For more information about the Attraction Development Grants, contact Babette Dixon at
About Kansas Tourism
The mission of Kansas Tourism is to inspire travel to and throughout Kansas to maximize the positive impacts that tourism has on our state and local communities. Kansas Tourism works hand in hand with other Commerce community programs to elevate and promote Kansas as a tourist destination. Kansas Tourism oversees all tourism marketing and PR for the state, produces travel publications and advertising, manages state Travel Information Centers, manages both the Kansas By-ways program and the Kansas Agritourism program, approves tourist signage applications, produces the KANSAS! Magazine, and provides financial and educational support to the tourism industry in Kansas through grants, education and support.
About the Kansas Department of Commerce
As the state’s lead economic development agency, the Kansas Department of Commerce strives to empower individuals, businesses and communities to achieve prosperity in Kansas. Commerce accomplishes its mission by developing relationships with corporations, site location consultants and stakeholders in Kansas, the nation and world. Our strong partnerships allow us to help create an environment for existing Kansas businesses to grow and foster an innovative, competitive landscape for new businesses. Through Commerce’s project successes, Kansas was awarded Area Development Magazine’s prestigious Gold Shovel award in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024, and was awarded the 2021 and 2022 Governor’s Cup by Site Selection Magazine.
