The board approved nearly half of more than 40 applications received.
The majority of them support sport events, or festivals associated with music and the arts more broadly.
‘This year has seen the largest number of grant applications to date, which just goes to show how many exciting events and activities are happening across our islands and the sheer breadth of what we offer as a tourist destination,’ said Charlie Walker, co-chair of the Tourism Management Board.
‘The board is delighted to continue offering our support to local organisers and build on the momentum of what was a promising tourism season in 2025.’
The funds were allocated by the Committee for Economic Development and distributed by the TMB. They offer financial support for local projects that align with the board’s aims to improve and enhance the visitor experience, with a particular focus on increasing growth in the shoulder months.
Successful sports include badminton, bar billiards, the Guernsey Rally, sailing and cricket.
Established local arts events that will be receiving backing include the Vale Earth Fair, St James’ Global Collection Festival, and La Beltane Festival in Sark, while the Guernsey Air Display, Guernsey Street Festival, walking festivals and Channel Islands Pride have all received some backing.
The 18 organisations receiving grants to support their events and activities planning for this year:
• Art for Guernsey – Street Art Festival in the Old Quarter
• Arts Sunday
• Beanjar Jamboree
• Classic Channel Regatta Ltd
• Cricket - under 19s
• EDABL Seafront Sundays
• Badminton
• Barbilliards open weekend
• Guernsey Air Display
• Guernsey Rally LGB
• Guernsey Street Festival
• Heritage boat display at Arts Sunday
• La Beltane Festival
• St James Events - Global Collection Festival
• Vale Earth Fair
• Walking Festivals
• Channel Islands Pride
• Live @ the Manor
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