Portland-Vancouver and Southwest Washington

• “Individual artists, arts businesses, organizations & eligible applicants with fiscal sponsors”
• “RACC awards grants to nonprofits, Limited Liability Companies (LLC), partnerships, and other legally organized entities, in addition to individuals.”
• “Awards from $1,000 to $5,000”
• “Awards from $1,000 to $10,000”
• “Applications will be accepted from September 1 until October 28, 2026 at 11:59pm .”
• “The PAPG program funds projects spanning all creative disciplines made by Portland-residing artists and organizations.”

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• “Funding is Now Available for Nonprofits to Host a Future Leaders Project Intern in Summer 2027. Apply by October 30, 2026, at 7 p.m.”

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• “The Organizational & Professional Development Grant Program is a capacity building opportunity available to cultural nonprofits in Oregon, as well as Cultural Trust County and Tribal Cultural Coalitions.”
• “Applying organizations must have an annual operating budget of under $1.5 million to be eligible to apply.”
• “Organizational Development – maximum request $2,500”
• “Professional Development – maximum request $1,000”
• “Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.”
• “Fall cycle: submit by October 31, 2026”

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• “The Native Creative Development Program™ supports enrolled Tribal visual artists who have built a foundation in one visual art form and are ready to deepen their artistic practice.”
• “Eligible Tribal visual artists living in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and Alaska.”
• “Individual Artist Projects: Up to $5,000”
• “Mentorship Projects: Up to $10,000”
• “Application Opens: August 25, 2026”
• “Application Closes: November 1, 2026, at 11:59 pm (PST)”

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• “Artist Trust Fellowship Awards are merit-based awards of $10,000 to practicing professional artists of exceptional talent and ability residing in Washington State.”
• “Deadline: November 2, 2026 at 11:59pm”
• “8+ awards are given out each cycle”

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• “Cowlitz County is now accepting applications from public and nonprofit organizations for events and project funding that supports tourism development and promotion within the County.”
• “This small grant program is intended to support project requests ranging from $1,000 to $20,000.”
• “Completed applications, including all required attachments, must be received by 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 4, 2026.”
• “All contracts are reimbursement-based.”
• “Festivals and events that bring in attendees from 50+ miles”
• “Total Available Expenditures $50,000”

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• “MusiCares is here for everyone working in the music industry including musicians, songwriters, engineers, producers, live crew, managers, agents, and more.”
• “A minimum of five years employment in the music industry* (employment does not have to be full-time or consecutive) OR”
• “Credits on at least six commercially released recordings (singles) or videos”
• “When financial assistance is approved, third-party payments are issued directly to landlords/mortgage lenders, utility companies, medical and mental health providers, and treatment programs.”

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• “Sweet Relief Musicians Fund provides financial assistance to all types of career musicians and music industry workers who are struggling to make ends meet while facing illness, disability, or age-related problems.”
• “the applicant must be able to show that at least 50% of their annual income comes from their work as a musician or in other music industry related jobs.”

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• “Our application for one-time financial assistance grants is open to professional musicians across all genres.”
• “You must have worked as a professional musician in the United States for five (5) or more years and currently reside in the U.S.”
• “Our grants are sent as vendorized checks made out to the biller”

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• “The union confirms that the performance took place and that there were no changes.”
• “Contact the musicians’ union serving your area.”
• “They will guide you through our process and apply to us on your behalf.”
• “The performance is free and open to the public; and”
• “You are responsible for paying the musicians in a timely manner.”

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• “Application proposals for use of a portion of these funds will be considered on an on-going basis”
• “Marketing and operations of special events and festivals designed to attract tourists”
• “The City of Washougal receives funds from the lodging tax imposed upon users of hotels and motels located within the City.”

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• “provides housing assistance, pro bono medical care, disaster relief and direct financial support in times of crisis.”
• “Musicians who have made a living playing blues, jazz, and roots music know they can call our office at any time”

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• “Operating support for organizations serving Black, Indigenous, or People of Color, culturally specific organizations and coalitions seeking to reimagine the systems they work in.”
• “We will provide smaller, responsive grants in the $5K-$25K range.”
• “The grants committee accepts and reviews requests on a rolling basis.”
• “Grant awards will typically be made within four weeks of received request.”

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• “If your organization is looking to invest in capital growth, equipment and technology, or program and staff, learn more about our grant opportunities.”
• “Visual Arts · Performing Arts · Media Arts · Artist Residencies · Museums · Informal Education (Zoos, Aquariums, Gardens) · Arts Education · Heritage Organizations”
• “Your organization is a 501(c)(3) public charity, a federally recognized tribal entity, or a qualifying government entity such as a university, community college, or medical center.”
• “Grant Sizes: The Trust only awards grants for projects with a minimum total project budget of $200,000.”
• “Entities with fewer than three complete years of operating and financial history”
• “Arts and culture nonprofits with annual operating budgets of $200,000 or less must complete a pre-LOI call with Artistic & Cultural Expression staff as a prerequisite to LOI submission.”

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• “Arts In Education grants invest in community-based partnerships in early learning and K-12 learning communities.”
• “Application Opens: January 4, 2027”
• “For FY28, we have combined all our Arts in Education grants into one single project grant.”

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• “Local governments (city or county, not state or federal agencies)”
• “Port districts”
• “Federally recognized tribes”
• “Non-profit entities registered with the Oregon Secretary of State’s Office”
• “Funds requests greater than $500,000 with a required match.”
• “Guidelines available: Fall 2026”

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• “Individuals, collectives or organizations may submit a Letter of Inquiry for Creative Heights funding.”
• “Up to $1 million in projects will be funded annually with grants from $10,000 to $100,000 per project.”
• “Letter of Inquiry Application Window will reopen January 2027”
• “Are educational in nature or whose outcomes are related to the acquisition of experience or skills vs. creating professional artistic or cultural work”
• “Creative Heights grants are for the creation and/or presentation of new and innovative performances, exhibitions, programs, and other works of art and culture.”
• “If selected to submit a full application, applicants must identify a 501(c)3 nonprofit partner to receive funds.”

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• “Nonprofits, fiscally sponsored projects, government and tribal agencies, churches, school districts and other public entities operating projects or programs in Clark, Cowlitz, or Skamania Counties are eligible for funding.”
• “Focus Grant awards vary in size, typically ranging between $25,000 and $50,000, and go to organizations that demonstrate how they are disrupting the cycle of intergenerational poverty.”
• “February 15-March 31”
• “July 15-August 31”
• “We do not directly fund debt reduction, endowments, parent teacher associations, booster clubs, individuals, labor unions, businesses or other 501(c)(5) and 501(c)(6) organizations.”

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• “For us, the term ‘music creator’ refers to any individual composer or artist who creates original music.”
• “The average grant is $3,000.”
• “We plan to make a total of 50 to 60 awards of up to $5,000 each”
• “Next year’s cycle (November 2026 deadline) will be open to applicants based in the West, South, and New York.”
• “Alaska, American Samoa, Arizona, California, Colorado, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Mariana Islands, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming”

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• “Upholding traditions of generosity and investing in Native communities via support for seasonal activities.”
• “Must serve and reside in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, or Alaska”
• “Native artist who is recognized or seeking recognition at the federal or state level, or a descendant of a Tribe, Band, or Nation.”
• “Native-controlled 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), or a fiscally sponsored Native organization, activity, or program”
• “seasonal grant opportunities prioritize support for Native seasonal activities with low-barrier grants of $2,500.”
• “Application Opens Soon!”

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• “Allied Arts Foundation infuses thousands of dollars in grant monies annually creating essential funding for artists living and working in Washington State’s creative economy.”
• “This year, our 2025 Awards focus is in the medium of Digital Arts.”

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• “The Artist Support Program is open to artists of all disciplines whose project proposals include sound as a major component.”
• “Every year, up to eight artists are awarded twenty hours of studio recording and production time with a Jack Straw engineer.”
• “An additional twelve artists receive matching awards for studio time as part of our Artist Assistance Program.”
• “Artists of every genre and style have been represented, including writers, choreographers, multidisciplinary artists, theatre sound designers, radio producers, film makers, visual artists, and musicians and composers of all types.”
• “Projects are presented to the public at artist events at Jack Straw and other venues.”

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• “Capacity-building support for small nonprofits and grants for homelessness prevention and affordable housing in Clark, Cowlitz, Klickitat and Skamania Counties”
• “Funders based in southwest Washington that target support to local nonprofits through open grant applications.”

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• “a scholarship has been set up to encourage emerging young artists to participate in the Clark County Open Studios program.”
• “this scholarship will be awarded annually”

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• “supports local efforts to build and strengthen community connections, encourage partnerships between groups, and empower residents to take meaningful action in their community.”
• “This grant is open to non-profits and to community-based organizations that operate as a not-for-profit organization.”

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• “Since 2017, The Cowlitz Indian Tribe has donated approximately $28 million to its local community (Clark County, WA via the Cowlitz Tribal Foundation Clark County Fund) and the State of Washington as a whole (via the Cowlitz Tribal Foundation Statewide Fund).”
• “focuses such as art and culture, environmental justice, education (K-12 schools, universities, secondary schools, trade schools, etc.), and social services receive an emphasis in consideration for funding.”

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• “You live in Portland. We verify residency using Portland Maps together with the address on your signed W-9.”
• “The Echo Fund provides $1000 - $5000 grants for creative, non-performance projects that help them grow and move their existing careers forward.”
• “to provide $100,000 in grants to Portland-based working musicians across all genres.”

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• “The Fourth Plain for All grant program supports youth and families, encourages cultural events and community connections, and empower residents of the Fourth Plain community.”
• “Community Grant (to empower youth and encourage cultural and community events)”
• “This effort is supported by federal funding awarded to the City of Vancouver from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)”

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• “Organizations recognized by the IRS as a public charity described in Section 501(c)(3), or state, local or Tribal governmental units described in Section 170(c)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code are eligible for Collins Foundation grants.”
• “Organizations operating for at least one year AND have a budget of at least $20,000.”
• “Our single-year grant awards range from $25,000 to $100,000, with an average of $75,000.”
• “Through three grant programs, Collins funds arts and culture, child welfare and development, education, environmental protection, health equity, and a broad range of efforts to enhance the quality of life in Oregon’s communities.”
• “A fiscally-sponsored project may be eligible for funding if it has a fiscal sponsorship agreement with a qualifying public charity.”
• “Organizations with staff and leadership in Oregon and a proposed project or scope of work that directly benefits the residents of Oregon.”

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• “Launched in 2006, the Historical Promotion Grants Program was established to support efforts that preserve, interpret, and celebrate local history.”
• “Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations and public entities that are tax-exempt under IRS regulations.”
• “Please consider applying for the 2027 grants in the summer/fall of 2026.”
• “The program is administered through a reimbursement process following project completion.”
• “the program is funded through a $1 surcharge on document recording fees”

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• “Deadline: Grant applications must be submitted to City Hall by 5 pm, Friday, November 14, 2025.”

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• “Small Business Resiliency Grants to provide short-term financial support to businesses with revenue loss due to economic disruptions.”

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• “Projects must be collaborative between cultural organizations, the community, and at least one other organization or service provider.”
• “Grant amounts may vary depending on the available funds and number of eligible projects and applications received.”
• “This grant is open Tuesday, September 1 – October 6, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.”
• “Example: a social impact nonprofit may have a music program.”
• “This is a reimbursement grant.”

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• “Individuals located in Oregon with a project that clearly benefits Clackamas County residents who plan to create a project with a Clackamas County-based organization, business, venue, or entity.”
• “Organizations located in Oregon with a project that clearly benefits Clackamas County residents demonstrate strong community support and county partnerships eligible to apply.”
• “Project grants range from $750 to $3,000.”
• “Grant Application DEADLINE: Closes October 9, 2026, 11:59 PM PDT”
• “Nonprofit tax-exempt status is not required”
• “Individuals located in Oregon”

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• “Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, Limited Liability Companies (LLC), and other incorporated groups with a declared common purpose consistent with the goals of this grant program.”
• “Be an organization or group (individuals are not eligible)”
• “MCCC will make grants up to $3,000 based on panel recommendations and funding available.”
• “All funded activities must take place between January 1 to December 31, 2027.”
• “Community Cultural Participation (CCP) grants can be used to support cultural events, programs, and operating support”
• “If your organization uses a fiscal sponsor, your application must include fiscal sponsor contact information and a signed contract or memorandum of understanding from your fiscal sponsor.”

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• “Project Support grants offer project-specific funding to groups seeking to provide community arts and cultural experiences. Organizations do not need to have an arts-focused mission to apply.”
• “Art Project Support: Open to any organization with 501c3 status or fiscally sponsored group that is producing an art, creative, and/or cultural project.”
• “Grant programs and applications are typically open within this timeframe.”
• “Because each grant is a contract with the state, our grants are reimbursement grants.”
• “ArtsWA will invest $107,230 total in Art Project Grants to 50 organizations across the state”
• “Read: Changes at the Washington State Arts Commission”

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• “These unrestricted awards of $25,000 are given annually to two Washington State artists of any discipline who are originating new work, experimenting with new ideas, taking risks, and pushing the boundaries of their fields.”
• “Application Dates: 2/16/2026 - 3/16/2026”

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• “The program awards grants to performing arts, art museum, and cultural organizations for as much as 33% state match of eligible project costs for acquisition, construction, and/or major renovation of capital facilities.”
• “The maximum grant award amount is $2,000,000.”
• “Awardees are selected through a competitive grant application process held every two years.”
• “This is a reimbursement-style grant and operating costs are ineligible.”
• “The grants are funded by the sale of state bonds only.”

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• “In 2026, the program’s eligibility parameters have shifted to focus on nonprofits, fiscally sponsored organizations, and tribal entities with annual operating budgets of $1 million or less”
• “Have an average annual operating budget greater than $25,000 and less than $1,000,000 over FY2023, FY2024, and FY2025 (actuals).”
• “unrestricted grants for cultural organizations across Washington State in amounts of $2,500 to $25,000.”
• “The 2026 Community Accelerator Grant application portal is now closed.”
• “Funded by Allen Family Philanthropies”

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• “Nonprofit, IRS-designated 501(c)(3) arts, culture, humanities, or heritage organization, or a school and/or teacher with an arts, heritage, or humanities project.”
• “In 2027, grant awards will be capped at $3,000 per EIN number.”
• “The grant process opens Monday, August 24, 2026, and closes at 11:59 pm PT on Friday, October 2, 2026.”
• “festivals, performances, workshops, lectures, conferences, exhibits, open studio tours and other activities which will clearly help enrich cultural participation within the county.”
• “Organizations that have a fiscal sponsorship relationship with another organization are not eligible.”
• “Be headquartered within Washington County and serve Washington County residents, or apply for a grant to support your event located in Washington County.”

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• “A total of $18,800 is available in this cycle; requests may be made for any amount up to that total.”
• “Past awards have ranged from $650 to $4,000.”
• “Applicants must submit proposals by April 30, 2026.”
• “Hood River, Wasco, Sherman, Gilliam in Oregon plus Skamania and Klickitat in Washington.”

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• “Community Grants from OCF provide flexible funding for organizations addressing the most pressing needs in communities throughout Oregon.”
• “Our Spring Cycle typically closes in January with awards announced in mid-May.”
• “Information about the 2027 Community Grants cycles coming later this year!”

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• “All of Oregon’s qualified cultural nonprofits are eligible to apply for one or more of the Cultural Trust’s regional or statewide grant programs.”
• “Cultural Development Grants range from $5,000 to $40,000.”
• “ORS 359.431 requires that Cultural Development Grant awards be matched at least 1:1”
• “FY2027 Applications are due by 5 pm Wednesday, May 6, 2026.”
• “Updated Cultural Development Guidelines are posted in early spring.”
• “Cultural Development funds support annual project/programs undertaken by cultural nonprofits”

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• “General Operating Support grants offer two-year funding to arts, heritage, and culture organizations for general operating expenses.”
• “General Operating Support: Open to arts organizations and fiscally sponsored arts groups.”
• “Two-year grants are open every other year.”
• “Because each grant is a contract with the state, our grants are reimbursement grants.”
• “Read: Changes at the Washington State Arts Commission”

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• “Grants for Artist Projects (GAP) are unrestricted project-based grants of $2,500 awarded to 65 artists working in all disciplines across Washington State.”
• “Deadline: June 22, 2026 at 11:59pm”
• “Performing Arts : Costume Design, Dance, Music, Music Composition”
• “Funding may be used for but not limited to artist fees, materials, equipment, space rental, travel for research, documentation, professional development opportunities, marketing and promotion”

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• “Inspire Vancouver grants are open to eligible nonprofit organizations focused on arts, culture, heritage or science that are based in Vancouver or provide at least 55% of their programs within the city. Individual artists may also apply with a qualified fiscal sponsor.”
• “Government agencies and commercial ventures are not eligible.”
• “Innovation Grants: $5,000–$25,000”
• “Impact Grants: $10,000–$75,000”
• “Comprehensive Grants: $100,000–$300,000”
• “Capital Grants: $300,000+”

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• “Non-Profit (Attach copy of current non-profit corporate registration with Washington Secretary of State)”
• “Application Deadline: Monday, August 24, 2026 @ 5:00 p.m.”
• “The City of Kelso will only reimburse those costs actually incurred by my organization/agency and only after the service is rendered”
• “LODGING TAX FUNDING REQUEST”

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• “The City of Camas uses lodging tax funds to support and encourage tourism and cultural activities in Camas.”
• “Governmental entities and nonprofit organizations can request lodging tax funds directly from the City for events, activities, and marketing initiatives to bring more people to the City. However, for-profit entities and individuals are not eligible for direct funding.”
• “THE APPLICATION PROCESS OPENS ON MONDAY, MARCH 23, 2026 AND CLOSES ON FRIDAY MAY 8, 2026”

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• “offers grants for local event/festival organizers, tourism promotion organizations, and one-time tourism program and tourism facilities projects.”
• “The event is hosted or fiscally sponsored by a 501(c)3 or 501(c)6 nonprofit organization authorized to do business in the city of Vancouver.”
• “The target grant amount for this category is $5,000 or less”
• “Since this grant type began in 2025 the awards have ranged from $2,350 to $24,000.”
• “Awards for the Large Event/Festival grant have ranged between $2,500 and $95,000. The typical award falls between $10,000-$25,000.”
• “Lodging Tax Grant application opens August 4, until September 20.”

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• “Nonprofit organizations and federally recognized tribes in Oregon are eligible.”
• “The maximum award per organization in 2026 was $5,000.”
• “Applications for Public Program Grants are currently closed.”
• “This grant typically opens for applications early in the calendar year, and applications typically close in early-to-mid spring.”
• “Our grant programs award funding for humanities programs and events hosted by nonprofit organizations, federally recognized Native American tribes, and public libraries in Oregon.”
• “Not be or be using a fiscal agent or fiscal sponsor.”

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• “be pursuing an art practice (Visual arts, literary arts, dance, music, theatre, media arts*, traditional/folk arts)”
• “The SAP grant provides one-time grants of up to $3,000.”
• “Application Deadline: September 30, 2026, 11:59pm”

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• “The SOLA (Support Old Lady Artists) Awards are ten unrestricted awards of $5,000 given annually to Washington State female visual artists, age 60 or over, who have dedicated 25 years or more to creating art.”
• “The Twining Humber Award is an unrestricted award of $10,000 given annually to a Washington State female-identified visual artist, age 60 or over”

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• “Annual Tourism Grant Application (available July-August for the following year)”
• “Tourism Grants - Apply Today! (Deadline August 31, 2026)”
• “The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) makes recommendations concerning the collection and use of lodging taxes.”

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