Gov. Sherrill announces state grants to boost World Cup benefits statewide

Dozens of organizations will share $5 million in grants to host events boosting the World Cup as questions rise about its economic benefits.

By: Nikita Biryukov

Outlets: New Jersey Monitor

Published: May 6, 2026

Words: 858

Last Updated: 1 month, 2 weeks ago

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Gov. Mikie Sherrill announced New Jersey will fund events around the state in an effort to spread the economic benefits of World Cup games held in Philadelphia and East Rutherford this summer, as lagging hotel reservations raise new questions about what gains the games will bring.

New Jersey will disburse $5 million in grants to 34 organizations to hold one-time events like watch parties or concerts and multi-day festivals and other events …

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