The Erie Sports Commission (ESC) has announced that applications are now being accepted for its Facility Matching Funds Program.
The program offers $60,000 in matching funds available to assist local sports facilities with renovations, equipment upgrades, or new construction. The program awarded seven dollar-for-dollar matching grants totaling $60,000 in 2023 and has awarded a total of $105,700 since its inception in 2018.
“It’s our goal to continue to support the venues that partner with us to host events and to promote Erie as a premier destination to host sporting events year-round,” ESC executive director Mark Jeanneret said. “We understand how important the availability of the funding is to our venue operators and are looking forward to reviewing the applications and awarding grants that will improve our local venues for use by visiting and local athletes.”
Applicants can request matching funds up to $15,000, with requests more than $15,000 considered in rare circumstances. The deadline to apply is March 31, 2024.
Past recipients include Ascend Climbing, Erie Sports Center, LECOM Sports Park (formerly ERIEBANK Sports Park), Around the Post, Erie Gymnastics Center, Millcreek Youth Athletic Association, and Lake Erie Speedway.
For more information and to apply, visit https://www.eriesportscommission.com/facility-matching-funds/
