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KCCRVC approves publicity grants for local events, including $19,000 for ski team boat and $2,500 for Grace College concert
Summary
At its regular meeting, the Kosciusko County Convention & Visitors Bureau approved multiple publicity and sponsorship grants, including a $19,000 award toward a new tournament boat for Lake City Skiers and a $2,500 sponsorship for a Grace College homecoming concert; several smaller publicity awards and reimbursements were also approved.
The Kosciusko County Convention & Visitors Bureau on Wednesday approved a slate of publicity and sponsorship grants for 2025, awarding funds to several local nonprofits and event organizers. The board unanimously approved a $19,000 grant toward a new competition boat for the Lake City Skiers and approved a $2,500 sponsorship request from Grace College for targeted advertising for an October homecoming concert.
Why it matters: Many local tournaments and cultural events drive overnight stays, restaurant sales and other visitor spending. Board members said the awards are intended to boost regional attendance at events that bring hotel and restaurant business to the county.
The board approved the Lake City Skiers request after hearing that the organization needs a replacement boat, motors and rigging to continue hosting regional and international tournaments. Tracy Patrick and a Skiers…
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