2018 Community Tennis Grant

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1 2018 Community Tennis Grant PURPOSE: 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 or would like to discuss an idea. 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 nonrenewable. 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 Funds for a specific program or project promoting the growth and development Support of tennis. Funding priorities include: Youth Tennis Programming (focus on entry level tournaments/play events and after-school programming) Green Dot Tennis Balls for Middle School and JV programs Adult Recreational Programming Family Tennis Programming Inclusion of Racially and Culturally Diverse Populations CTA Capacity Building 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, web site development, developing strategic partnerships, etc. NOTE: This grant does not fund capital projects. If you seek funding for tennis court construction, maintenance or fixed amenities, please visit or call for more information. 1

2 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 and remain current for a minimum of 2 years after receiving funds. Call USTA or visit to 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. APPLICATION DEADLINES: Applications are reviewed four times per year according to the following schedule. Deadline: Notification of Committee Decision: February 15, 2018 April 1, 2018 May 1, 2018 June 1, 2018 September 1, 2018 October 1, 2018 If you need assistance in completing your proposal, please contact us. Once completed, please , fax, or mail application form to: USTA Northern Attn: Community Tennis Grant 1001 W. 98 th Street, Suite 101 Bloomington, MN Fax: info@northern.usta.com 2

3 2018 Community Tennis Grant Cover Sheet APPLICANT INFORMATION: Organization Name: USTA Organizational Membership #: (see grant guidelines for enrollment info) Web site: Contact Person: Position with Organization: Work Phone: Home Phone: Address: Name of Person Completing This Form (if different than above contact person): Phone: 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 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: 3

4 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: Red, Orange, Green Coach Workshop USTA School Teacher Workshop USTA Northern Community Tennis Workshop USTA Tennis Development Workshop (national conference) USTA Tennis Teachers Conference (national conference) Other: Is your organization registered with the USTA through either of the following systems? Community Tennis Association and NJTL Chapter Registration ( Yes No Unsure Net Generation ( 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 programs offered, 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 4

5 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 template is 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: Print Name: Date: 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 Net Generation provider) 5

6 Budget Forecast Template Period of time in which funds will be spent: From to. EXPENDITURES: REVENUE: Description Amount Description Amount GRANTS PERSONNEL TRAVEL SPONSORS SUPPLIES PROGRAM FEES PUBLICATIONS EQUIPMENT MARKETING MEMBERSHIPS & FEES OTHER EXPENSES TOTAL EXPENDITURES OTHER REVENUE 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. 6