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4| Collaboration <br />Response 4.1: If your organization collaborates or has created partnerships with other organizations, groups, or other events, <br />how is this accomplished?* <br />Response 4.2: Describe how you will promote lodging establishments, restaurants, and business located in Kittitas County * <br />Response 4.3: Is there a host hotel for your event or grant project? If yes, list the hotel.* <br />5| Future Plans <br />Response 5: Please explain what plans exist to allow this project to become self-sustaining. Include any plans for ticket sales, <br />event sponsors, and other cost-recovery models.* <br />Application Questions: Part 3 <br />Strategic Partnerships <br />To maximize the event's success, strategic partnerships with local businesses, culinary institutions, and media outlets will be <br />pursued. These collaborations will support event logistics, promotion, and sponsorship, ensuring a wide-reaching impact and the <br />establishment of the Rodeo City Ribfest as a staple of the rodeo festivities. <br />Collaborate with the EDA’s marketing team to promote the Rodeo City Ribfest as a highlight of the rodeo pre event. <br />• <br />Utilize social media, local media, and culinary blogs to generate buzz and attract competitors and attendees. <br />2500 character limit <br />Target businesses and brands that align with the barbecue and rodeo culture, including local breweries, outdoor and cooking <br />equipment companies, food and beverage brands, and regional tourism boards. Beyond cash sponsorships, seek partnerships <br />with local businesses for in-kind contributions, such as food supplies for the competition, prizes for winners, or services like <br />event photography. <br />• <br />Offer to feature local partners in event promotions, recognizing their support and integrating them into the event's community <br />spirit. <br />2500 character limit <br />No <br />Yes <br />We plan to grow Rodeo City Rib Fest as a annual pre rodeo event, which will only be limited by the venue space available. <br />2500 character limit <br />Application Questions: Part 4 <br />6| Additional Information <br />Response 6.1: Provide any additional information which will assist the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee in evaluating your <br />project and its benefit to tourism. <br />2500 character limit <br />Response 6.2: You may upload any supporting documents such as graphs, images, diagrams, marketing materials, etc. <br />You are allowed to submit up to 3 single page (US Letter) documents in JPG, PDF or TIFF format <br />Executive Summary for Rodeo Cityy Ribfest 2024 .pdf 1.07MB <br />7| Previous Lodging Tax Grant Information