Application period is now closed and grants have been awarded.
The 2025 Tourism and Community Enhancement Grants aimed at enhancing tourism, community infrastructure, and historic preservation across the state. These grants, funded by the 69th Legislative Assembly, are designed to support various projects that will contribute to North Dakota’s visitor and resident experiences.
Application period was July 22-September 1, 2025.
The North Dakota Department of Commerce has announced the recipients of the 2025 Tourism and Community Enhancement Grants.
The following projects have been awarded funding:
Historic Theater Improvement Grant
- Marmarth Theater $233,157.47
- Park River Theater Association - $16,842.53
Historic Theater Restoration Matching Grant
- The Fargo Theatre $500,000
The Community Hall Grant
- Driscoll Community Hall $175,000
Medora Transportation Improvement Grant
- Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation $1 million
State Magazine Grant
- Clearwater Communications $250,000
Historic Opera House Restoration Grant
- Ellendale Opera house $250,000
$250,000 to restore a historic opera house constructed prior to 1930 that once served as a community entertainment hub.
$1,000,000 to support the development, building, and operation of a public transportation system in Medora, North Dakota.
$175,000 for improvements to a multi-function community hall in rural North Dakota communities.
$500,000 to support the improvement and restoration of a historic theater constructed prior to 1930 that is currently operational and offering public events.
$250,000 to support the improvement and restoration of a historic theater constructed prior to 1930 that is currently operational and offering public events.
$250,000 to current or previous publishers of an official state magazine that features stories and photos showcasing the best of North Dakota.