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Consider/Discuss/Act on Promotional and Community Event Grant Application Submitted by The Heritage Guild of Collin County (PC 23-03) in the Amount of $11,240 for the Advertising, Marketing and Promotion of 2023 Events Including but Not Limited to Farmers Market, Adventure Camps, Murder Mystery, Bar Wars and Farm Fresh Market Dinner.
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: 1: Direction for Strategic and Economic Growth
1D: Leverage the existing partnerships with MEDC and MCDC
MEETING DATE: January 30, 2023
DEPARTMENT: McKinney Community Development Corporation
CONTACT: Cindy Schneible, President
ITEM SUMMARY:
• Heritage Guild of Collin County is requesting $11,240 for the advertising, marketing and promotion of 2023 Chestnut Square events including but not limited to Farmers Market, Adventure Camps, Murder Mystery, Bar Wars and Farm Fresh Market Dinner.
• The events will be held during the time period from February through August 2023.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
• The mission of Heritage Guild of Collin County (HGCC) is to celebrate community, preserve history and inspire the future.
• HGCC was organized more than 40 years ago.
• HGCC supports Chestnut Square Historic Village - a McKinney museum and tourist destination offering diverse programs and activities throughout the year.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
• MCDC’s allocation for Promotional and Community Event grants for FY 23 is $200,000 -- $100,000 for Cycle I applicants and $100,000 for Cycle II applicants.
• MCDC awarded Promotional and Community Event grants to Heritage Guild of Collin County totaling $25,751 in FY 22 (Cycle I and Cycle II).
SUPPORTING MATERIALS:
• Application Packet
• Presentation