2026 Ocean County Tourism Promotional Matching Grant Application

The Ocean County Board of Commissioners and the Tourism Business Advisory Council offer this grant to help promote tourism events, programs, and marketing campaigns that attract visitors to Ocean County.

The Ocean County Grant Program provides financial assistance to eligible organizations, municipalities, and community partners whose projects support the County’s goals of enhancing quality of life, promoting economic and community development, preserving natural and cultural resources, and improving public services for residents and visitors.

Ocean County administers a variety of grant programs designed to:

• Strengthen local tourism, business, and workforce development.

• Support cultural, recreational, and educational initiatives.

• Promote public safety, infrastructure improvements, and environmental stewardship.

• Encourage partnerships that benefit the residents of Ocean County.