Application process open for Hospitality Tax Grant Funding Fiscal Year 2025-2026

The City of Columbia started to accept applications for Hospitality Tax Grant Funding for the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year (July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026) on Thursday, January 23, 2025. Applications are due by Friday, February 28, 2025.

The Hospitality Tax Grant presents a tremendous opportunity for nonprofit organizations focused on improving visitors’ experiences and drawing tourists to the City of Columbia! If your organization is a registered nonprofit with the South Carolina Secretary of State’s Office and actively contributes to our community, we are eager to support your exciting projects and events.

We’re excited to review your applications, so please ensure yours is complete and submitted on time. Only eligible applications received by the deadline will be considered for grant awards.

For comprehensive details about the Hospitality Tax grant, including step-by-step guidelines, eligibility criteria for applicants, and key instructions for completing the application process, please visit: https://grants.columbiasc.gov/grants-offered.

If you have specific questions about our Hospitality Tax Grant, please reach out to Tina Saxon via email at [email protected] or by phone at (803) 545-3062.

Together, we can make our city even more beautiful and inviting!