LT2026-010 KITTITAS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC FINAL

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Response 8.3: What changes will be made if funding for your request is not available or recommended?* Matching Funds Percentage 9| Project Budget Overview Please complete budget for this project/proposal. If your agency operates independently of this project application it may not be necessary to submit the entire agency budget. You must submit a budget which specifically pertains to the project/event for which you are requesting funding and adheres to the basic budget format shown below. The budget must include anticipated revenues, expenditures, and any potential profit or loss. For projects/events which are ongoing for more than one (1) year, please also submit actuals from the previous three (3) years of operations (need not be consecutive) for the project/proposal if applicable. For any claimed in-kind contributions valued at $500 or more and related to marketing/advertising, you must submit verifying documentation which assures the contribution will be provided. For instance, if you are claiming in-kind contributions in the form of advertising match, a binding contract itemizing the matching value and obligating each party must be provided. ATTENTION: In an effort to allow an adequate level of flexibility for all applicants, not all fields in the budget portion are required to be filled before this form is submitted. Providing all applicable data is your responsibility, failure to do so will potentially jeopardize your application's chance for review. Budget Year Edit if necessary Revenues Account Name Past Actual 3 Past Actual 2 Past Actual 1 Projected The Kittitas County Historical Museum receives no outside monetary support for advertising beyond its own annual operating budget and what is awarded through the Lodging Tax Grant process. In 2023, our Board of Directors increased the Museum’s advertising budget from $2,500 to $5,000 and has continued to dedicate this amount annually, including for 2026. Other grants we have secured or are pursuing are restricted to capital improvement projects, such as ongoing renovations to ensure climate control, preservation standards, and collections care. These funds cannot be used for advertising or marketing. We are also seeking support for the 2026 Humanities Washington Speakers Bureau, which, if awarded, will cover speaker fees for our annual evening lecture series but will not cover marketing or other event expenses. If this Lodging Tax request is not funded, we would scale back our marketing campaign and adjust our plans to fit the reduced budget. This would likely limit our reach to key tourism markets and result in fewer visitors discovering the Museum and other local businesses. The Museum is also projecting an operating deficit of approximately $40,000 in 2026. The Kittitas County Historical Society Foundation is expected to help offset this deficit by supporting operations, programs, and capital improvements. However, it is uncertain whether this support could extend to advertising, as their priority is to stabilize core operations and fund renovation needs. While the Museum has proven its ability to responsibly manage resources and sustain operations, advertising funds are critical for growth. Without them, we will continue our work, but at a reduced scale, limiting our ability to attract visitors, boost tourism revenue, and fully showcase the unique history, heritage, and culture of Kittitas County. 2500 character limit. 833.25 This field will auto fill with the correct percentage based on your input to budget section below. 2023 2024 2025 2026 LTAC Grant Funding 15,000.00$15,000.00$17,200.00$32,000.00$ Other Revenues KCHS Advertising Fund 5000.00$5000.00$5000.00$5000.00$