Elite Events Funding Program
Events are a major driver of tourism to the area for locals and visitors alike, benefiting both Pinellas County and the event owners.
Cycle 2 Event Funding Application Now Open
To continue promoting tourism and funding events, the Pinellas County Board of County Commission developed this Events Funding Program. Visit St. Pete-Clearwater is pleased to launch Cycle 2 of its Event Funding Program. At this time only Destination Enhancement Events categories III-V, scheduled between April 1, 2025 – September 30, 2025 are eligible to apply.
Any remaining questions regarding the Event Funding Program may be sent to [email protected].
Apply for Cycle 2 Elite Funding Application Here
FY25 Event Funding Program Documentation
- FAQs
- Program Guidelines
- Application Requirements & Instructions
- Timeline (Cycle 1)
- Timeline (Cycle 2)
- Post-Event Worksheet
- Exhibit C - Advertising and Marketing Template
- Exhibit D Template - Sponsorship Proposal
- Event & Destination Enhancement Contract
- Executive Summary
- Media Plan
- Webinar Presentation
Application Timeline
1. Cycle 2 Application Launch
Destination Enhancement events only (Categories 3, 4 and 5)
Date: Monday, December 16, 2024
2. Application Deadline
Date: Friday, January 17, 2025
Time: 4:00 pm
3. VisitSPC Review & Funding Awards Determined
Goal: Friday, January 31, 2025
4. VisitSPC Recommendations filed with TDC and BCC
Date: February 2025
Post-Event Report & Invoice Processing
5. Post-Event Report & Invoice
Due: Fully completed and signed report due within 45 days following conclusion of event. Failure to meet this deadline may jeopardize current or future funding. Payment: Funding will be paid in a lump sum on a post-event basis or as otherwise provided in the Tourism Promotion Agreement.
FY26 Elite Funding application will be available Spring 2025. Stay tuned for information about the for the FY26 Application!