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Partner Resources

The Pocahontas County CVB is dedicated to providing support to our tourism partners through a multitude of different ways.

Pocahontas County CVB Marketing, Advertising and Social Media Support:

The Pocahontas County CVB offers countywide partners with one-on-one marketing, advertising and social media support, as well as social media partnerships. If your business, organization, or event is interested in learning more, please call 304-799-4636 or email Trisha Barb, tbarb@pocahontascountywv.com or Makinsey Poeppel, mpoeppel@pocahontascountywv.com

PCCVB Tourism Talks Sessions:

These sessions are designed to better connect Pocahontas County Tourism industry partners with PCCVB support and resources, while also providing insight into marketing, social media promotion, partner organizations, and industry trends. Tourism Talks will also include a live Q&A and open conversations focused on the needs of our local partners. Click the links below to watch previous Tourism Talks sessions.

June 2026: Enhancing Online Visibility

September 2026: Making The Most of PCCVB Event Funding Opportunities

To register for the December 8, 2026 Tourism Talks, please click here.

2026 Pocahontas County Tourism Summit:

The Pocahontas County CVB hosts its annual Tourism Summit each year, bringing together tourism and hospitality partners to connect, share updates, explore travel trends, and highlight the impact of tourism across Pocahontas County. If you were unable to attend this year’s Pocahontas County Tourism Summit, you can view the presentations and resources shared during the event by clicking the links below.

Pocahontas County State of Tourism & 2025 PCCVB Marketing Updates

Snowshoe Highlands Area Recreation Collaborative Updates

WV Tourism: Destination Optimization

Pocahontas County Tourism Scholarship:

The Pocahontas County Tourism Scholarship Award of $2,000 will be granted annually to a Pocahontas County High School Senior entering a two or four year college or university as a freshman.

Students with the intent to pursue a career in travel and tourism and who have submitted a complete application and meet program qualifications will be considered. This Scholarship Award is provided in partnership with the Pocahontas County Convention and Visitors Bureau and Snowshoe Foundation.

Click here to complete the application by Monday, April 5, 2027. For more information, please call the Pocahontas County CVB at 304-799-4636 or email cfaulknier@pocahontascountywv.com

Make It Shine: Pocahontas County CVB Road Clean Up Campaign

The Pocahontas County CVB in partnership with the WV Department of Environmental & Protection, aims to foster a litter free community while supporting our local non-profits and youth organizations.

For a full month from April 22 to May 22, local non-profits, businesses and youth groups participate in cleaning our highways for a $100 donation per mile cleaned. In 2025, volunteers achieved a record-breaking year, cleaning more than 180 miles of local roadways thanks to all who participated!

To better manage participation and available donation funds, sign-ups will be completed online and accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Once the allotted 100 miles have been claimed, additional groups will be placed on a waitlist and notified as miles become available. Sign-ups will open March 1st and officially close April 1st.

For more information, email cfaulknier@pocahontascountywv.com, or call the PCCVB Office at 304.799.4636.

Pocahontas County Tourism Person of The Year Award

The Pocahontas County CVB is now accepting applications for the 2026 Tourism Person of The Year. This annual award recognizes an individual, organization, or business that enhances our Pocahontas County hospitality industry through their efforts and engagement. To submit a nomination for this year’s annual Pocahontas County Tourism Person of The Year Award, click here. Nominations are due Monday, March 23, 2026.

Pocahontas County Grant Opportunities & Mountain Culture Hospitality Training

In order to assist and enhance tourism within the county, the CVB offers financial grants to local groups and organizations for promoting events held in Pocahontas County.  The attached PDFs include all the required information and forms for you to request event grant funding. Please open and review each required PDF and if you have questions, call the CVB office.

Cal Price Appalachian Enrichment Series

The PCCVB Cal Price Appalachian Enrichment Series Grant Program promotes continued tourism growth and encourages community-based tourism. Annual Cal Price Appalachian Enrichment Series events provide hands-on enrichment experiences to the public, including visitors and residents. These “authentic hands-on enrichment experiences” are defined as activities and learning experiences that promote public appreciation and interest in local culture through activity-oriented experiences like guided tours, demonstrations, workshops, interpretations, dramas and other varied programming that transfer the essence of our place to visitors and residents.

PCCVB Event & Festival Sponsorship

The PCCVB provides sponsorship funding for annual, recurring and one-time events taking place in Pocahontas County, or events that demonstrate a significant tourism benefit to the destination. This program is intended to provide financial support that strengthen partnerships with events and festivals that generate visitation, encourage overnight stays, support local tourism-related businesses, increase destination awareness and visibility, enhance the visitor experience and align with PCCVB strategic priorities and existing tourism initiatives. Applications are reviewed by the PCCVB Grants Committee and Board of Directors on a quarterly basis in March, June, September and November. Completed applications must be submitted by February 25, May 25, August 25 or October 25 to be considered during the applicable quarterly review cycle.

PCCVB Competitive Recreation Sponsorship

The PCCVB provides Competitive Recreation Sponsorship funding to eligible Pocahontas County residents and teams participating in non-school sanctioned recreational, sporting, educational or other competitive activities that align with Pocahontas County’s recreation and tourism assets. Applications are accepted twice annually, in November and May, and must be received by the 1st of the applicable month to be considered during that funding cycle.

PCCVB Event Marketing Grant

The PCCVB provides Event Marketing Grants to support advertising and promotional efforts for eligible events that have the potential to generate visitation, overnight lodging and economic impact in Pocahontas County. PCCVB Event Marketing Grant funds are intended specifically for marketing efforts that reach audiences outside of Pocahontas County and encourage visitors to attend an event and experience Pocahontas County as a destination. Applications are reviewed by the PCCVB Grants Committee and Board of Directors on a quarterly basis in March, June, September and November. Completed applications must be submitted by February 25, May 25, August 25 or October 25 to be considered during the applicable quarterly review cycle.

PCCVB Pocahontas County Schools Field Trip Transportation Funding

The PCCVB provides financial support for field trip transportation for Pocahontas County Schools, grades K through 8, with the objective of ensuring county students have the opportunity to visit our county attractions to develop local knowledge and appreciation of our county tourism opportunities and assets.

Non-Profit Brochure and Website Support

Financial support is available from the PCCVB for tourism related marketing brochures and websites for small, non-profit organizations or county boards. The service provided by organizations seeking support must in some way provide direct benefits to and/or be of interest to countywide tourism promotion or enhancement.

PCCVB Brand Guidelines

Partners using the PCCVB logo for marketing and sponsorship opportunities must adhere to our brand guidelines, which can be found below.

PCCVB Mountain Culture Hospitality Training

The Pocahontas County CVB is committed to quality guest services. To build a high quality guest service experience in Pocahontas County, WV, the CVB encourages Pocahontas County businesses and attractions to invest in hospitality training.

If you are interested in our Mountain Culture Hospitality Training program, feel free to call the CVB office at 304.799.4636