Several local organizations and businesses were honored Thursday during an annual event hosted by the Butler County Tourism & Convention Bureau.
“Toast To Tourism” brought together hundreds of companies, businesses and individuals that enhance Butler County’s tourism industry.
This year, 14 organizations were awarded grants through the Tourism Bureau’s Grant Awards Program. The groups are instructed to use the money to move forward with various projects that will enrich the Butler County visitor’s experience.
Distinguished radio and television host, and former president of both the Butler County Chamber of Commerce and the Rotary Club of Butler, Larry Berg was recognized as the Ambassador of the Year.
The “Toast To Tourism” event takes place every year as part of National Travel and Tourism Week.
WINNERS OF THE 2019 BUTLER COUNTY TOURISM GRANT AWARDS:
● Butler County Airport Authority
● Butler-Freeport Community Trail
● Butler Old Stone House Region Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA)
● Buttercup Campground
● Get Fit Families
● Hampton Inn & Suites
● Historic Harmony
● Moraine Preservation Fund
● Slippery Rock University
● SurfSup Adventures
● The Beacon Hotel
● The Rodfathers of Butler
● Washington’s Trail
● Zelienople Historical Society
Slippery Rock University students Jodie Christie, Resort, Recreation and Hospitality Management Major and Elizabeth Devens, Marketing and Communications Major received a scholarship award along with Butler County Community College student, Savannah Neyman, Hospitality Major.