Thursday, December 12, 2024

17 Sports Facilities Compete for Portion of $47.1 Million in State Tourism Grants

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In a notable bid to boost sports tourism in Delaware, 17 organizations have submitted requests totaling over $47 million for enhancements to their sports facilities as part of the second round of funding allocations from the Delaware Sports Tourism Capital Investment Fund. The funds aim to support construction, upgrades, and new installations at various sports complexes across the state. Notable requests include $10 million from Dover’s First State Aquatic Center and $8.4 million from Sports At The Beach in Georgetown. The combined efforts seek to improve infrastructure such as lighting, seating, and fields to attract more athletes and events. As the state reviews these applications, which also come with support from local stakeholders, grantee announcements are expected by the end of 2024.

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