Funding Proposal

Dear The Director,

I am writing on behalf of Trusted Ally Tourism to request financial support for our Cox's Bazar Tourism Development Initiative, a comprehensive project aimed at transforming Cox's Bazar into a world-class tourist destination while creating sustainable employment opportunities and driving economic growth in the region.

Cox's Bazar, home to the world's longest natural sea beach, possesses immense potential as a global tourism hub. However, this potential remains largely untapped due to infrastructural limitations, inadequate promotion, and lack of coordinated tourism services. Our initiative seeks to address these challenges through a holistic approach that combines digital innovation with community-based tourism development.

Project Impact:

• Job Creation: The project will generate over 500 direct and 2,000 indirect employment opportunities across various sectors including hospitality, transportation, tour operations, and digital services.
• Educational Advancement: Through partnerships with local educational institutions, we will implement tourism and hospitality training programs, enhancing the skills and employability of local youth.
• Business Growth: Our platform will connect tourists with local businesses, creating new market opportunities for small and medium enterprises in the region.
• Regional Development: The initiative will contribute to the overall development of Cox's Bazar by improving infrastructure, promoting sustainable tourism practices, and showcasing the region's natural and cultural heritage.

Our comprehensive digital platform will offer the following services:

To initiate this transformative project, we are seeking financial support of USD 500,000. This funding will be utilized for platform development, marketing and promotion, local partner development, training and capacity building, and initial operational costs. A detailed budget breakdown and project timeline are available in the attached comprehensive proposal.

We believe that International Organization for Migration (IOM), with its commitment to sustainable development and community empowerment, is an ideal partner for this initiative. Your support will not only help us launch this project but will also contribute significantly to the socio-economic development of Cox's Bazar and position it as a premier global tourist destination.

We would welcome the opportunity to discuss this proposal in detail and address any questions you may have. Thank you for considering our request. We look forward to your positive response and the possibility of a fruitful partnership.