2023 NCTF Junior Development Grant Application

Grants are available for eligible Raleigh junior tennis players as defined below. First time applicants must be between the ages of 10 and 16. If applicants have previously received funding they may also reapply for special requests up to age 18.

Players who are already engaged in tennis via JTT, tournaments, clinics or private lessions may receive:

Category 1: Up to $300 for tennis lessons, clinics, camps, and league entry fees
Category 2: Up to $300 for tournament entry fees, out-of-town tournament travel expenses, tennis racquets, strings, tennis clothes or shoes.

Category 3: New category for beginners only: Up to $300 for beginner players to cover equipment, lessons, or clinics to help introduce new players to tennis and grow their knowledge and skills in the game.

Applicants can apply for one grant per calendar year. Applications must be received by November 30th to be awarded within the same calendar year.

Eligibility Criteria:

Must be a Raleigh resident
Must be between the ages of 10-16 years old at the time of the application
Family income must not exceed $100,000 per year or exceed $125,000 per year after taxes for multiple applicants from the same family.

Please note that all information provided is kept strictly confidential.

For questions about the Cy King Community Tennis Fund or applying for a grant, please contact cykingfund@raleightennis.com.

Address (must be a Raleigh resident)*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

City

Postal / Zip Code

Player's Name*

First NameLast Name

E-mail*

Phone number*

I certify that my annual family income for the prior year did not exceed $100,000 or $125,000 after taxes for multiple applicants for the same family.*

I concur

School name*

Player's age*

Player's birthdate*

Coach's name*

You can list more than one

Coach's email or phone*

You can list more than one

USTA number

Category 1 options for current players (Provide details for any that apply)

Private Lessons

Provide coach's name, cost per lesson and date(s)

Group Lessons

Provide facility or coaches name, cost per lesson and date(s)

Tennis Camp

Provide facility, cost and date(s)

League Fees

Provide league name, facility, cost and league dates

Funds Requested*

Category 2 options for current players (Provide details for any that apply)

Category 2 options (Provide details for any that apply)

Tournament Entry Fees

Provide tournament name, location, and cost

Tournament Travel Expenses (out-of town tournaments only)

Provide tournament name, location, and estimated travel costs

Tennis Equipment

Provide brand of racquet, strings and/or balls and estimated costs

Tennis Clothing

Provide clothing specifics (brands, sizes and estimated costs)

Tennis Shoes

Provide shoe brand, size and estimated cost

Funds Requested*

Category 3 options for beginners only (Not applicable for those in categories 1 and 2. Provide details for any that apply.)

Private Lessons

Provide coach's name, cost per lesson and date(s)

Group Lessons

Provide facility or coaches name, cost per lesson and date(s)

Tennis Equipment

Provide brand of racquet, strings and/or balls and estimated costs

Funds Requested*

Player's tennis experience

List player's tennis experience including JTT, tournament, junior varsity, and interscholastic competitions.*

List participation in extracurricular and community service activities.

List awards and achievements received.

Other funding sources, if applicable

Have you ever received any other USTA Foundation, USTA National, USTA Section, or NCTF scholarships?*

If "Yes," please provide the award name, amount, and year received.

How did you hear about the Cy King fund?

Authorization/Signature

I declare that the information reported on this form, to the best of my knowledge and belief, is accurate and complete.

Applicant's signature*

Date

Parent's/Guardian's signature*

Date

Cy King Community Tennis Fund Application