The Fort Pierre Tourism and Promotion Council (FPTPC) is accepting applications for its 2026 Event Grants.
These grants provide money to support new events, innovative projects, or the expansion of existing events that attract visitors to Fort Pierre, with a particular focus on increasing overnight stays at local hotels and accommodations. Grants range from $250 to $2,500 and require a 50% cash match.
Individuals, businesses and organizations promoting events in Fort Pierre are encouraged to apply by March 15, 2026. Applications are available at visitfortpierre.com and must include:
- a detailed budget,
- event goals,
- event history (if applicable),
- matching funds information, and
- marketing plans.
Grant applicants will be notified of approval or denial by April 15, via a notification letter.
For additional questions regarding the FPTPC 2026 Event Grants, please email fortpierrelife@gmail.com or call 605-412-8549.
In 2025, FPTPC awarded $10,000 across eight grant applications. Recipients included events such as:
- Oahe Wheelmen Bicycling Club’s Grassland Gravel,
- Casey Tibbs Match of Champions,
- SD 4-H Finals Rodeo,
- Pierre Street Masters Car Club Dam Run,
- Pierre Junior Shooters and
- Fort Pierre Horse Racing.
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