USTA Southern Parks and Recreation grant

We are pleased to announce the availability of the USTA Southern Parks and Recreation Grant. This grant provides parks and recreation departments with the resources they need to create tennis programs, making the sport more accessible to their communities.

By supporting new initiatives, the grant aims to foster greater community engagement, encourage active and healthy lifestyles and strengthen the presence of tennis in local parks. We look forward to seeing how this opportunity will empower communities to offer enriching recreational experiences and promote a lifelong love for the game.

For more information, contact Isaac Pearlstone, USTA Southern Manager, Parks & Schools, 770-368-8200 x119.

How it works

• Utilize the given link to apply for the grant – Click to apply!

• Receive approval and obtain your funding.

• Organize and conduct your event or program.

• Submit a report on the event/program within 30 days of completion.
  
  

Guidelines

• Up to $2,000 in funding for approved projects, aimed at supporting the development of NEW tennis programs.

• Open to all Parks and Recreation departments, regardless of existing tennis offerings, to offer new tennis initiatives instead of expanding current ones.

• USTA Southern requires prior approval for all events.

• Eligibility for a second application is available following the successful completion and reporting of an initial program.

• Providers with an established partnership/relationship with a Parks and Recreation Agency will need to submit a copy of the contract or agreement letter signed by the Parks and Recreation Department.

• Any equipment bought with this grant remains with the Parks and Recreation Agency, ensuring continued utility even if partnerships change.

• All grant applications must be completed and submitted online.

• Comprehensive application forms required, detailing the proposed program, goals, evaluation strategies, and financial planning.

• The total number of grants issued will depend on the funds allocated in the budget for this purpose.

• Commitment to inclusivity and non-discrimination in program participation based on race, gender, or other demographic factors.

• Application deadline: November 15, 2025

What to spend money on

• Tennis racquets

• Tennis balls

• Instructor fees

• Marketing material

• Event/program supplies

• On-court tennis equipment
  

Program suggestions

• Adaptive Tennis

• Wheelchair Tennis

• Beginner tennis programs

• Summer tennis camps

• CARDIO Tennis

• Tennis tournaments

• Welcome to Tennis event

• Coach’s training

The USTA Southern Parks and Recreation Committee is receptive to various proposals and assesses each submission individually, ensuring a thorough and fair review process. USTA Southern maintains discretion in approving applications for varying funding amounts, based on the specific needs and merits of each project. This approach allows for a flexible and tailored response to the diverse range of ideas and initiatives proposed by applicants.