Carbon County Commissioners and the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau announce nearly $100,000 in funding for nonprofit organizations, their events, and related marketing support this year through the Carbon County Hotel Tax Disbursement Program.

Utilizing funds generated from overnight stays in Carbon County, the

program has helped fund many initiatives over the years.

“Carbon County is fortunate to have many dedicated nonprofit organizations. With the support received from the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau through Hotel Tax Disbursement, they are able to enact positive change and create lasting impacts in our communities,” said Michael Sofranko, Chairman, Carbon County Commissioners Office.

“It’s fitting that these funds would support organizations that are integral to the tourism economy in the Pocono Mountains. The unique experiences and events that each organization offers for locals and visitors alike are what make this region a great place to live, work, and play,” said Chris Barrett, President/CEO, Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau.

The total awarded this year is $98,801.92.

Funds are distributed once per year. While applications for 2024 have closed, eligible nonprofits are encouraged to apply next year by the Jan. 30, 2025 deadline.

Projects for 2024 that were funded:

• ARTisaSHIP, for the Summer Concert Series, The Wilds, $5,700

• Bach & Handle Chorale, Marketing, $2,638

• Carbon County Fair, Marketing, $3,209.26

• Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor, promoting trail towns & trailfriendly businesses along the D&L Trail, $2,500

• Dimmick Library, marketing event support, $500

• Franklin Township Volunteer Fire Company, multiple event marketing, $6,450

• Jim Thorpe Community Watch, Jim Thorpe Area Running Festival, $2,947

• Jim Thorpe Independent Film Festival, 7th annual Jim Thorpe Independent Film Festival, $9,340.88

• Jim Thorpe Lions Asa Packer Mansion, Asa Packer Mansion advertising, $1,000

• Jim Thorpe Tourism Agency, Advertising, $12,200

• Kidder Township Police Operation, Enjoying the Poconos 2024, $8,340.48

• Lehighton Downtown Initiative, Hometown Vintage Christmas, $3,350; Christmas in July, $1,300; Wine on the River, $2,250; Lehighton Downtown Farmers Market, $3,300; Kilts on Wheels, $1,450

• Mauch Chunk Museum & Cultural Center, several events and special programming, $2,609.30

• No. 9 Coal Mine & Museum, miscellaneous projects, $6,000

• Old Jail Museum & Heritage Center, Advertising, $10,851

• Palmerton Chamber of Commerce, Christmas in the Park, $2,250

• Ukrainian Homestead Cultural events, $3,500

• Weatherly Hillclimb Advertising 2024, $7,116

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