Authorized by and Date: Pursuant to RCW 67.28.1817.
Mission Statement/Purpose: The Spokane Tourism and Cultural Investment Grants Committee reviews, comments, and makes recommendations to the City Council on any proposal to increase the rate of the lodging tax, repeal an exemption from the lodging tax, or change the use of revenue received from the lodging tax as required as in RCW 67.28.1817.
The Spokane Tourism and Cultural Investment grants are aimed at enhancing Spokane's tourism and cultural environment. Organizations, including non-profit agencies, for-profit agencies, and public agencies, can apply for these grants to fund projects, programs, events, and public or non-profit facilities that promote tourism and cultural investment.
Projects that receive funds should promote cultural diversity, support various forms of cultural investment, and create new opportunities for tourism and cultural enrichment. Cultural activities can include sports, arts, street/park festivals, film, culinary, and music.
All 2026 TACI Applications will take place in the Neighborly Portal. Follow the link below to apply:
*Application will go live on Sept. 12, 2025 at 8 a.m.
Per Spokane Municipal Code Section 04.30.020 The committee consists of seven members nominated by the mayor and appointed by the city council.
| Members | Representing |
|---|---|
| Council Member Zack Zappone, Chair | Spokane City Council |
| Rose Noble | Tourism Representative |
| Ginger Ewing | Tourism Representative |
| Rowena Pineda | Tourism Representative |
| Jon Erickson | Hotel/Motel Representative |
| Cami Aguayo | Hotel/Motel Representative |
| Matt Jensen | Hotel/Motel Representative |
Zack Zappone
City Council Member
taciapp@spokanecity.org
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