USTA WESTERN MASS GRANTS 2024
Thank you for your interest in partnering with USTA Western Massachusetts to grow tennis in our area. Our mission is to promote, advance and help sponsor the growth and development of tennis in Western Mass.
We have grant funds available to assist qualified organizations start new tennis programs or help established programs grow. Grant funds could be used for supplies, court time, staffing, marketing expenses or other program needs. We also provide grants to assist with start-up expenses for Community Tennis Associations (CTAs) or NJTLs as well as for capital projects. Our goal is to assist organizations in providing tennis opportunities with an eye toward future sustainability. Grants will not be awarded for more than three continuous years unless there are extenuating circumstances.
If you are planning to offer such a program or need assistance with a tennis project, we would love to hear from you!
GRANT ELIGIBILITY
1. Financial support will be awarded to 501(c)(3) charitable organizations only.
2. Applications for individuals will not be accepted. However we encourage individuals to contact us for information on our scholarship opportunities.
3. Organizations must be looking to provide a tennis opportunity within the boundaries of Western Massachusetts, which includes Hampden, Hampshire, Berkshire and Franklin counties.
4. Applying organizations must be open to all people regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or veteran status. USTA Membership is required for all applicants.
GRANT GUIDELINES
Before applying for a USTA Western Massachusetts grant, please read and understand all grant types, determine your proposed program details and create a detailed budget. Once that is done, please complete the online application. All required information must be submitted prior to consideration.
1. All organizations must have 501(c)(3) charity status and must provide a copy of their IRS Determination Letter
2. To be considered for a grant, an organization or program must be a current USTA Organizational member. USTA Organizational membership is free. You can verify and renew your organization’s USTA membership at: https://www.usta.com/en/home/membership/organizationalmemberships.html
3. In general, program grants are meant to support multi-session programs that provide ongoing play opportunities vs single day events.
4. Program registration fees should be reasonable in order to encourage participation and be affordable for families in the community. Provisions should also be made for interested participants who need financial assistance.
5. If funded you must submit a grant accountability form and other required information within the timetable outlined in the grant award letter. Organizations and programs that fail to submit an evaluation may jeopardize their opportunity to receive support from USTA Western Mass in the future.
6. USTA Western Mass grants are provided throughout the year on a rolling basis.
Thank you for your involvement in helping our Western Mass tennis community thrive and grow! If you have any questions, please contact Karen Fawthrop-Myers, karenfawthrop@hotmail.com.