2012 Community Tennis Grant

purpose:

USTA Northern is committed to promoting tennis at the local level. To that end, USTA Northern offers grants to help initiate or expand community tennis activities. All proposals that demonstrate a plan to promote and develop the growth of tennis are considered. Please be creative in your requests and contact USTA Northern if you have questions. Grants submitted to USTA Northern are sent through the Grants Committee for review. The committee’s long-term goal is to help programs become self-sufficient. Therefore, grants are non-renewable. Community Tennis Grants are based on need and awarded based on availability. Funding amounts typically range from $250 - $3,000 in a calendar year, depending on size of the organization and scope of the project.

TYPE OF FUNDING AVAILABLE:

The mission of USTA Northern is to promote and develop the growth of tennis. We measure success through: participation, retention, customer service/partnerships, diversity, membership, and awareness. Two Community Tennis Grant types are available:

GRANT TYPE / DESCRIPTION
Project/Program Support / Funds for a specific program or project promoting the growth and development of tennis. Funding priorities include:
  • 10 & Under Tennis Programming using the QuickStart Tennis Play Format
  • Baby Boomer Adult Programming
  • Inclusion of Racially and Culturally Diverse Populations

CTA CapacityBuilding / Funds available for Community Tennis Associations to improve organizational effectiveness and performance through sound management, board development, and a persistent rededication to achieving results. Requests might include funding for: starting or restructuring a CTA/NJTL Chapter, training and education of staff/volunteers, website development, developing strategic partnerships, etc.

Grant Guidelines & REQUIREMENTS:

The following guidelines will be helpful in determining eligibility and preparing your application:

  • All grant applications MUST be typed. All other submissions will be sent back to the applicant.
  • Checks may NOT be made payable to individuals. Individuals may submit grant requests under the umbrella of a non-profit sponsoring organization with a Federal Tax ID Number. USTA Northern will work with unincorporated Community Tennis Association’s to draft articles of incorporation, bylaws, and seek legal consulting as needed.
  • The sponsoring organization must be or become a USTA organizational member prior to receiving funding. Call 1-800-990-USTA or visit purchase an ORGANIZATIONAL membership. In addition, applying CTA’s and NJTL Chapters must have a current registration on file with USTA.
  • USTA Northern does not provide general operating support for running tennis programs. Participant fees should be charged according to your market. Applicant must show plan for financial sustainability in future years (i.e. gradual increase of participant fees).
  • The program must agree to an on-site visit by a grant evaluator and the program must return a year-end accountability report.
  • This grant does not fund capital projects. If you seek funding for tennis court construction, maintenance or fixed amenities, please visit for information on our Facility AssistanceProgram or contact Christine at 952-358-3290.

APPLICATION DEADLINES:

Applications are reviewed four times per year according to the following schedule.

Deadline: / Notification of Committee Decision:
January 2, 2012 / February 1
March 1, 2012 / April 1
May 1, 2012 / June 1
September 1, 2012 / October 1

If you need assistance in completing your proposal, please contact us. Once completed, please email, fax, or mail application form to:

USTA Northern

Attn: Christine Nickels

1001 W. 98th Street, Suite 101

Bloomington, MN55431

Fax: 952-887-5061

Email:

Phone: 952-358-3290 or 800-536-6982 ext.120

Looking for an electronic version of this application form? Email Christine or visit to download an application that allows you to type in the form fields.

2012Community Tennis Grant Cover Sheet

Applicant Information:

Organization Name:

USTA Organizational Membership #: (see grant guidelines for enrollment info)

Website:

Contact Person: Position with Organization:

Work Phone: Home Phone: Email Address:

Name of Person Completing This Form (if different than above contact person):

Phone: Email Address:

Name of Program/League (if different than organization name):

Make Check Payable To: Grant checks must be made payable to a non-profit organization with a Federal Tax ID Number. Individuals must partner with a sponsoring organization to receive funding.

Organization Name: Tax ID Number:

Mailing Address: City: State: Zip:

PROPOSAL SUMMARY:

Please give a summary of grant request (two to three sentences):

Population served: (Number of participants, demographics)

Geographic area served: (Cities/counties)

Funds are being requested for(check one): Project/Program Support Capacity Building

Total Organization Budget: $Total Tennis Budget (if not a tennis-specific organization): $

Total Expenses Associated with this Proposal: $

Amount Requesting: $(maximum granted is $3,000)

Period of time in which funds will be spent: From to .

ORGANIZATION/PROGRAM HISTORY:

Have you or your sponsoring organization previously received funding from the USTA or USTA Northern? If yes, please indicate year(s) received and amount awarded.

No Yes:

Have you or a representative from your organization participated in any USTA professional development opportunities within the past 3 years? Check all that apply and indicate year(s) of attendance.

Opportunity: / Name/Number of Attendees: / Year(s) of Attendance:
Recreational Coach Workshop
QuickStart Tennis Workshop
USTA School Teacher In-Service
Tennis Festival of the North / 2010
USTA Northern Regional Community Tennis Development Workshop
USTA Community Tennis Development Workshop (national conference)
USTA Tennis Teachers Conference (national conference)
USTA Online Learning Resource Center Courses (
Other:

Is your organization registered with the USTA through either of the following systems?

  • Community Tennis Association and NJTL Chapter Registration (

Yes No Unsure

  • School Tennis Registry ( Yes No Unsure

If you answered no to all of the above, please include a brief organizational description or brochure with your application packet that includes; date established, mission and goals, key staff and volunteers involved, current tennis programsoffered, strengths and accomplishments.

FUNDING PROPOSAL:

Please detail your request with a narrative outline no more than two pages in length. Be sure to cover these key topics:

WHY
  • Statement of the need you seek to address

WHAT

  • What are your goals & objectives?
  • What strategies/activities will be employed to meet goals/objectives?
  • What are your anticipated outcomes?
HOW
  • How will this grant affect the overall picture of tennis in the community?
  • How will the project be financially sustained after the conclusion of the grant period?
  • How will you evaluate the success of your efforts?

WHO

  • Number of staff & volunteers involved with names/titles provided, where appropriate
  • Who is your target audience?
  • Identify collaborations with other groups/organizations
WHEN
  • Timeline

BUDGET:

Attach a budget that details all revenues and expenses associated with this request. Keep in mind that additional sources of income are encouraged. A sample budget templateis available on page 5 of this application packet.

AUTHORIZATION:

By signing below I verify that the information provided in my application packet is accurate.

Signature: Date:

Print Name:

PROPOSAL CHECKLIST:

Wait! Before sending in your request, check to make sure you included:

Cover Sheet (this form)

Proposal Narrative (no more than two pages in length)

Organization/Project Budget

Organization Description (only needed if not a USTA registered CTA, NJTL, or School)

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Budget Forecast Template

Period of time in which funds will be spent: From to .

EXPENDITURES: / REVENUE:
Description / Amount / Description / Amount
PERSONNEL / GRANTS
1. / 1.
2. / 2.
TRAVEL / 3.
1. / SPONSORS
2. / 1.
SUPPLIES / 2.
1. / 3.
2. / PROGRAM FEES
PUBLICATIONS / 1.
1. / 2.
2. / 3.
EQUIPMENT / OTHER REVENUE
1. / 1.
2. / 2.
MARKETING / 3.
1.
2.
MEMBERSHIPS & FEES
1.
2.
OTHER EXPENSES
1.
2.
TOTAL EXPENDITURES / TOTAL REVENUE

Please itemize all expenses and revenue. For example, categorize supplies and provide a list of paid positions with wage and hours worked in personnel category.

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