{"id":868,"date":"2024-12-05T23:04:40","date_gmt":"2024-12-05T23:04:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/granttalk\/?p=868"},"modified":"2025-12-04T21:27:10","modified_gmt":"2025-12-04T21:27:10","slug":"granttalk-ep-33-transforming-tillamook-county-with-tourism-grants-nan-devlin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/granttalk\/granttalk-ep-33-transforming-tillamook-county-with-tourism-grants-nan-devlin\/","title":{"rendered":"GrantTalk Ep 33: How Grants Empower Tourism at the Tillamook Coast Visitors Association | Nan Devlin"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"VideoObject\",\n  \"name\": \"GrantTalk Ep 33: Transforming Tillamook County with Tourism Grants \u2013 Nan Devlin\",\n  \"description\": \"In this episode of GrantTalk, we discuss how tourism grants helped transform Tillamook County, featuring Nan Devlin.\",\n  \"thumbnailUrl\": \"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/granttalk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/episode33NanDevlin.jpg\",\n  \"uploadDate\": \"2024-12-06T00:00:00-05:00\",\n  \"duration\": \"PT23M16S\",\n  \"embedUrl\": \"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ipa86Smc1_Y?si=UuuRrDY53KZRNSUr\",\n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"GrantWatch\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/grantwatch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/logo.jpg\"\n    }\n  }\n}\n<\/script>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"GrantTalk Ep 33: How Grants Empower Tourism at the Tillamook Coast Visitors Association | Nan Devlin\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ipa86Smc1_Y?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Did Tillamook County find the secret to boosting tourism and community growth? <strong>GrantTalk<\/strong>, powered by <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GrantWatch<\/a><\/strong>, is back with another exciting episode! The Queen of Grants, Libby Hikind, shares a meaningful conversation with Nan Devlin, Executive Director of the Tillamook Coast Visitors Association in Oregon. Over the past nine years, Tillamook County has been transformed through community-based sustainable tourism grants funded by creative use of lodging taxes. Here\u2019s how they\u2019ve done it\u2014and what other communities can learn from their experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Building Community Through Lodging Taxes<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2013, Tillamook County faced a fundamental challenge\u2014it had the worst roads in Oregon. The solution? A 10% lodging tax, 70% of which supports tourism-related facilities and promotions. This approach launched a cycle of sustainable tourism, improving community assets while attracting more visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tillamook County Is Invested<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Since its inception, Tillamook County has invested $7 million in tourism signage grants, $6 million in tourism facilities grants, and $1.2 million in tourism marketing grants. These funds have supported projects such as performing arts centers, parks, skate facilities, and a historic railroad, seamlessly blending tourism with community development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Maximizing Grant Impact<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Tillamook\u2019s tourism grants emphasize sustainability and stewardship. For example, marketing grants focus on off-season promotions, encouraging year-round economic activity. Facilities grants prioritize spaces that serve both visitors and locals, like amphitheaters and improved trail systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One key takeaway from Devlin: &#8220;Always align your grant proposal with the funder\u2019s goals. Address the specific needs they\u2019re looking to fulfill.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips for Successful Grant Applications<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Devlin and Hikind shared valuable insights for grant seekers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Understand the Grantor&#8217;s Goals<\/strong>: Tailor your application to meet their expectations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Plan Thoroughly<\/strong>: Show how your project addresses community and visitor needs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Follow Directions<\/strong>: Carefully adhere to formatting and submission guidelines.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Apply Early<\/strong>: Early submissions allow for corrections and suggestions from grantors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Communicate<\/strong>: Reach out to funders to ensure your project aligns with their mission.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Model for Other Communities<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Tillamook County\u2019s success story proves that communities can thrive with strategic planning and effective grant management. Their model\u2014reinvesting visitor dollars into community-enhancing projects\u2014can be replicated anywhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tillamook Coast Visitors Association Currently Listed on GrantWatch<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/grant\/216967\/grants-to-oregon-nonprofits-and-businesses-for-marketing-and-events-to-promote-tourism.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Grants to Oregon Nonprofits and Businesses for Marketing and Events to Promote Tourism<\/a><\/strong> deadline has passed 12\/1\/2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/grant\/199686\/grants-to-oregon-nonprofits-and-agencies-to-promote-local-tourism-in-eligible-regions.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Grants to Oregon Nonprofits and Agencies to Promote Local Tourism in Eligible Regions<\/a><\/strong> &#8211;<strong> <\/strong>due 12\/15\/2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/grant\/191973\/grants-to-oregon-tourism-related-businesses-and-nonprofits-to-encourage-sustainable-tourism.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Grants to Oregon Tourism-Related Businesses and Nonprofits to Encourage Sustainable Tourism<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; deadline has passed 12\/1\/2024<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Additional Tillamook County Grant listed on GrantWatch<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/grant\/204862\/grants-to-oregon-nonprofits-businesses-agencies-and-individuals-for-rental-housing-projects-in-eligible-regions.html\"><strong>Grants to Oregon Nonprofits, Businesses, Agencies, and Individuals for Rental Housing Projects in Eligible Regions<\/strong><\/a> due 12\/31\/2024<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Thoughts<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Grant funding is a powerful tool for community transformation. Devlin noted, \u201cThis lodging tax has transformed how people think about tourism and its benefits.\u201d Whether you\u2019re a nonprofit leader, a local official, or a small business owner, remember: there\u2019s a grant for you. Check out resources like GrantWatch to find funding opportunities that align with your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Take Action<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready to make a difference in your community? Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/grantwatch.com\"><strong>GrantWatch.com<\/strong><\/a> to discover funding opportunities tailored to your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About GrantWatch<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><em>With over&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/plans.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>8,200 grants<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;currently available,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>GrantWatch.com<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;is the leading grant listing directory. Upgrade to a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/plans.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>MemberPlus+ subscription<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;to view the full grant details, including eligibility criteria and application information. 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