Press Releases and Resolutions


Press Release Visit NC Farm App 5-29-20

Do you have an appreciation for farming and rural life? Want to know where to find fresh, local produce? Want to know where to go and learn about agriculture and its importance to Sampson County and North Carolina? There’s a new App for Sampson County…..Read More


05-29-2020 Event Marketing Press Release

The Sampson County Convention & Visitors Bureau (SCCVB) announced today that open enrollment will start effective June 1, 2020 and will fun through June 30, 2020 for all Event Marketing Grant Applications…Read More


Announcement of Open Enrollment for The Event Marketing Gran Program 12-1-19

The Sampson County Convention & Visitors Bureau (SCCVB) announced today that open enrollment will start effective December 1, 2019 and will run through December 31, 2019 for all Event Marketing Grant Applications…Read More


Press Release Open Enrollment for the Capital Grant Program 11-4-19

The SCCVB Capital Grant Program (CGP) was developed to stimulate economic growth by supporting non-profit visitor attractions in Sampson County, NC. The program allows the SCCVB to award capital grant funding to organizations whose projects are designed or developed…Read More


Press Release Open Enrollment for the Capital Grant Program 7-1-19

The SCCVB Capital Grant Program (CGP) was developed to stimulate economic growth by supporting non-profit visitor attractions in Sampson County, NC. The program allows the SCCVB to award capital grant funding to organizations whose projects are designed or developed to attract visitors to Sampson County. The program allows eligible organizations to receive funding for the development…Read More 


Press Release – Capital Grant Funding for the Sampson Arts Council and Sampson Community College – 05-2019

The SCCVB Capital Grant Program (CGP) was developed to stimulate economic growth by supporting non-profit visitor attractions in Sampson County, NC. The program allows the SCCVB to award capital grant funding to organizations whose projects are designed or developed to attract visitors to Sampson County. The…Read More 


Press Release – Event Marketing – Bloomfest 05-2019

The Sampson County Convention & Visitors Bureau (SCCVB) announced today an Event Marketing Grant in the amount of $1,000 was awarded to the Town of Roseboro for the “Bloomfest” event which was held the last Saturday in April.  “We are so excited that our event was a huge success…Read More


Press Release (Event Marketing Grant Program – 3rd Cycle 05-17-19

The Sampson County Convention & Visitors Bureau (SCCVB) announced today that open enrollment will start effective June 1, 2019 and will run through June 30, 2019 for all Event Marketing Gran Applications.  All applications must be postmarked by June 20, 2019 to be considered in the third application cycle of 2019…..Read More


 11-26-18 Press Release Event Marketing Grant Open Enrollment 2nd cycle 2018

The Sampson County Convention & Visitors Bureau (SCCVB) announced today that open enrollment will start effective November 30, 2018 and will run through December 31, 2018 for all Event Marketing Grant Applications. All applications must be postmarked by December 31, 2018 to be considered in the second application cycle of 2018……Read More


11-21-18 Press Release Capital Grant Open Enrollment 2nd cycle 2018

The Sampson County Convention & Visitors Bureau (SCCVB) has announced today that open enrollment for the second cycle of the year 2018 will start effective November 30, 2018 and will run through December 31, 2018 for all Capital Grant Program Applications. All applications must be postmarked by December 31, 2018 to be considered in the first application cycle…. Read More 


Resolution Supporting Agriculture in Sampson County

WHEREAS, Agri-tourism in North Carolina aids and assists in the diversification and revitalization of family farms and rural communities; and WHEREAS Agri-tourism offers a variety of recreational and educational opportunities for visitors….Read More


Sampson County Convention & Visitors Bureau, Spivey’s Corner and Roseboro Welcome Cycle NC

The Sampson County Convention & Visitors Bureau (SCCVB) has partnered with Spivey’s Corner Fire Department and the Town of Roseboro to welcome Cycle NC as they come through Sampson County on October 5, 2018…..Read More


Sampson County CVB Announces New Redesigned Website

The Sampson County Convention & Visitors Bureau (SCCVB) has redesigned its website. The new website is now live for viewing. The updated website has many new features. Not only does the website include links to Sampson County’s great restaurants, hotels, museums, landmarks, performance venues, retail shops and outdoor attractions, it also… Read More


2017 Visitor Impact for Sampson County

Visit North Carolina announced today that domestic visitors to and within Sampson County spent $52.21 million in 2017, an increase of 3.19% from 2016.  “Travel and Tourism is an important economic impact of travel and tourism in Sampson County increased over 3%…. Read More


Open Enrollment for the Event Marketing Grant Program July 1, 2018 – July 30, 2018

The Sampson County Convention & Visitors Bureau (SCCVB) announced today that open enrollment will start effective July 1, 2018 and will run through July 30, 2018 for all Event Marketing Grant Applications. All applications must be postmarked by July 30, 2018 to be considered in the first application cycle… Read More


Capital Grant Program Application Open Enrollment July 1, 2018 – July 30, 2018

The Sampson County Convention & Visitors Bureau (SCCVB) has announced today that open enrollment will start effective July 1, 2018 and will run through July 30, 2018 for all Capital Grant Program Applications. All applications must be postmarked by July 30, 2018 to be considered in the first application cycle…. Read More


Awarded Grant to Sampson County History Museum

The Sampson County Convention & Visitors Bureau (SCCVB) announced today the award of a Capital Grant to the Sampson County History Museum (SCHM) in the amount of $26,200. The grant funds awarded are dedicated to support the construction of the museum’s new Military Museum…. Read More 

The Sampson County Convention & Visitors Bureau (SCCVB) has revealed the newest tool in its arsenal aimed to assist in the development and growth of tourism throughout Sampson County. On November 28, 2017, the Sampson County CVB Board of Directors approved the implementation and funding of the Sampson County Convention & Visitors Bureau Capital… Read More