[Manitowoc, WI] – Manitowoc event organizers can now apply for the Discover Manitowoc Grant, an annual grant program supported by room tax dollars. Overseen by the Department of Tourism, City of Manitowoc Room Tax Commission and Visit Manitowoc Board, this grant program provides funding assistance to bring new events to fruition and more overnight visitors to events held within the City of Manitowoc through effective, targeted marketing strategies.

Examples of successful past events that have been awarded funds through the Discover Manitowoc Grant include Lights in Lincoln Park, Subfest, the Wisconsin Sand Sculpting Festival, Manitowoc’s Garden Faire Extraordinaire, and the Maritime Bay Classic.

Organizers of events that attract overnight visitors to the community and could benefit from additional funding for marketing efforts are encouraged to apply. Funds are limited and will be reviewed and awarded by the Visit Manitowoc Board and City of Manitowoc’s Room Tax Commission. There is a three-year funding limit through this program.

The full grant guidelines, review criteria and application can be found online at www.visitmaintowoc.com/grant. All applications and supporting materials must be submitted via email to Courtney Hansen, Visit Manitowoc Director of Tourism, by February 15, 2026. 

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