Thank you for your interest in the NYS Tourism Return To Work Grant Program. Unfortunately, based on the preliminary information that you submitted, you do not qualify for this Program.

To be eligible for this Program you must affirm that:

• The business is operating at the time of application.


• The business is incorporated in New York State or licensed or registered to do business in New York State.


• The business is a for-profit or non-profit establishment, open to and/or servicing the public, engaged in a tourism-related field including, accommodations, arts, entertainment, scenic and sightseeing transportation, tour operators, convention and visitor groups, or other businesses that, in ESD’s sole discretion, qualify as businesses in the tourism industry.


• The business is substantially in compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, codes and requirements.


• The business does not owe past due state taxes or local property taxes unless the business is making payments and complying with an approved binding agreement with the appropriate taxing authority.


• The business is not currently participating in the NYC Musical and Theatrical Production Tax Credit Program or the Empire State Musical and Theatrical Production Tax Credit Program.


• The business is not more than 5% owned, directly or indirectly, by a publicly traded company.


• The business does not fall into one of the following ineligible categories:


• Locally-oriented Gyms & Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers


• Restaurants


• Churches and other religious institutions


• Government-owned entities or elected official offices


• Businesses primarily engaged in political or lobbying activities


• Landlords and passive real estate businesses


• Gasoline stations


• Illegal businesses or enterprises