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What does it cost?

We do charge a processing fee in order to support program administration, mailing and ongoing marketing efforts. When you apply, this fee will be accessed prior to approval.

Virginia Green Application Processing Fees

Attraction TypeCommitment LevelFully-Certified
Restaurants, B&Bs, Wineries, Breweries, & “Smaller” Attractions$50$75
“Larger” Attractions$95$175
Hotels$125$195*
Conference CentersNA**$175*
Convention CentersNA**$250
Conferences, Festivals & EventsNA**$75
Supporting Organizations, Visitor Centers, etc.$50$75
Suppliers of Green Products & ServicesNA$125
*Conference Centers & Hotels can be certified together for $300 total.
**NA: there is no “commitment level” for Conference Center, Convention Centers or Festivals & Events.
Fees can be waived for events and other partners that sponsor a fundraising event benefiting the VGTA.
Supporting organizations & local-government facilities/events can be waived or addressed on a case-by-case basis.
Ownership groups and other organizations may be eligible for group rates.
Commitment Level partner are expected to transition to Fully-Certified after 1 2-year cycle at the lower level.

Re-certification is required every 2 years so that we are sure that program commitments are maintained and progress is being made.

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