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Community Tennis 2020 Program Grants
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Community Tennis
Program Grants
2020 Grant Applications Spring/Summer Deadline Extended - May 15th
The next cycle deadline to apply for the $1,000 Innovative grant has been extended to May 15.
All other grant opportunities are open through the rest of the year.
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Innovative Program Grants: $1,000
Who: USTA Southwest Member Organizations. Applicants are those who are starting a brand new tennis program and willing to commit to a detailed proposal for funding, including a complete program description and budget.
What: Grants to start new, innovative tennis programs up to $1,000.
When: Deadlines are January 15, *updated* May 15, and August 15 of each year
(noon AZ time). First come, first serve basis.
Requirements:
- Register program with Net Generation, on Tennis Link, or where applicable
- Submit a letter of recommendation from local USTA Tennis Service Representative
- Must be a USTA Southwest Member Organization
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Start Up/Expansion Grants: $500
Who: USTA Southwest Member Organizations. Applicants are those who quickly need funding to start their program within 6 weeks.
What: Grants to for up to $250 with matching funds reccomended.
When: Rolling application deadline; organizations can apply at any time. First come, first serve basis. Any funds awarded will be sent within 10 days of USTA Southwest approval. Applications will be reviewed within one week of submission.
Requirements:
- Register program with Net Generation, on Tennis Link, or where applicable
- Matching funds are not required, but recommended either from the organization itself, an outside source, or fundraising efforts.
- A letter of recommendation is not required for this type of grant.
- Must be a USTA Southwest Member Organization
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Adult Education & Development Scholarship
Who: Certified USPTA or PTR Teaching Pros, NJTL Directors, Wheelchair Tennis Instructors, PE Teachers, and Net Generation Community Providers. Applicants who are seeking assistance to attend a tennis industry workshop or training
(ex: USTA, USPTA, PTR, NJTL Regional workshop, etc.).
What: Scholarships up to $600 to attend a tennis industry workshop or training.
When: Rolling application deadline; organizations can apply at any time. First come, first serve basis. Any funds awarded will be sent within 10 days of USTA Southwest approval. Applications will be reviewed within one week of submission.
Requirements:
- Must be a USTA Member and program must be registered with Net Generation where applicable
- Submit a letter of recommendation from local USTA Tennis Service Representative Teaching tennis must be the primary source of income for USPTA/PTR Professionals
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Equipment Package
Who: A basic package for organizations who need new or replacement equipment for their program
What: Equipment valued up to $300. Red Ball, Orange Ball, Green Ball, or Yellow Ball Equipment Package ordered by USTA Southwest. Equipment will include a case of balls, 12 racquets, and a mini-net.
When: Rolling application deadline; organizations can apply at any time. First come, first serve basis. Any funds awarded will be sent within 10 days of USTA Southwest approval. Applications will be reviewed within one week of submission.
Requirements:
- Register program with Net Generation, on Tennis Link, or where applicable
- A letter of recommendation is not required for this type of grant.
- Organization must be a USTA Southwest Member Organization.
- Limit to 2 packages per organization per calendar year. Programs can only apply for one package at a time
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Tennis Service Representative (TSR) Contact:
For Letter of Recommendation
Northern Arizona - Sterling Fetty
fetty@southwest.usta.com
To register your program with Net Generation,
click the logo below!
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USTA Southwest Contact:
Ashley Portwood
portwood@southwest.usta.com
(480) 289-2351 x104
Please note:
Neither of these program grants are for in-school PE programs.
If you are a school looking for equipment for PE tennis,
please contact Kesley Lawson at lawson@southwest.usta.com
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