A goal of the USTA Phoenix district is to offer scholarships to juniors to help facilitate his/her continuing education and tennis playing development. 

USTA Southern Arizona (SAZ) offers a variety of Scholarships to assist junior tennis players in the SAZ District.  Our mission is to provide financial assistance to junior tennis players to ensure their tennis development can continue.

As a recipient of any scholarship, please understand that you must give two (2) hours of volunteer service to the local tennis team, tennis community, or USTA District per every $50 received.

As the fundraising arm of GEPTA, the Greater El Paso Tennis Foundation is a 501 (c)3 entitiy that provides financial support for the mission of our district, which is to "promote and develop the growth of tennis" throughout El Paso, Texas.

Since the creation of the GEPTA Tennis Foundation in 1996, it has raised funds for, and given thousands of dollars to programs that develop and support a wide range of tennis activities. That includes those of special populations and diverse groups. The Greater El Paso Tennis Foundation is 100% reliant on donations and fundraising efforts to fulfill its charitable good works in our tennis communities.

We are always looking for help to get the word out about the mission of the Southwest Tennis Foundation, to raise additional funds, and to recruit and educate more volunteers to help us in this endeavor. Contributing to this cause is tax-deductible.

For more information about the Greater El Paso Tennis Foundation, or to apply for funds for need-based scholarships or grants from the Foundation, please contact the USTA Greater El Paso office directly at (915) 532-5524.

Since the creation of the Southwest Tennis Foundation in 1996, it has raised funds for, and given many thousands of dollars in scholarships and grants to promising junior players, and to programs that develop and support a wide range of tennis activities. That includes those of special populations and diverse groups. 

The Southwest Tennis Foundation has also given money to events whose goals are aligned with developing our sport at a wider and deeper level. Additionally, adult education scholarships have helped get volunteers to training workshops that give them the skills to go out and develop and improve the quality of grassroots programs in their local communities. 

The USTA Southwest Tennis Foundation would like to assure that all parents and players in USTA Southwest are aware of the availability of scholarship funds for clinics, camps and tournaments and the process for applying.  No junior player should be discouraged from participating and progressing in his or her play by the expense involved in developing as a competitive player.

A scholarship application form needs to be completed, signed by the player and parent, submitted for approval to the player's District  and mailed to the Southwest Tennis Foundation, 7010 E. Acoma Drive, Suite 201A, Scottsdale, AZ 85254. 

The Southwest Scholarship Committee gives final approval and determines the scholarship to be awarded.  Please keep in mind that this process may take several weeks.

Each scholarship recipient is responsible for performing community service hours within his or her Chartered CTA---2 hours for every $50.00 received.

The USTA Southwest Wheelchair Tennis Player Grant is available to all current USTA members in the Southwest Section looking for funding to play in tournaments in our section. Each player can apply as often as they would like with an annual funding cap of $600 per individual. This grant will be awarded on a first come, first served basis. Amounts awarded will not exceed $400 per event and will depend upon individual circumstances such as distance from the event. Requests may be adjusted by the review committee based on reason. The review committee consists of the USTA Southwest Wheelchair Tennis Committee Chair, Staff Liaison, and an additional impartial staff member.

Each year, the USTA Southwest Section Community Tennis Department awards grants to deserving programs and organizations that participate in United States Tennis Association (USTA) programs. The following program grants are available, however, grants are not only limited to these programs. 

The USTA Southwest Section welcomes all grant applications (must be USTA Organization Member) for any community-based tennis initiatives including:

• School Tennis
  
• After School Tennis
• Jr. Team Tennis
• Net Generation Tennis Programs
• NJTL (National Jr. Tennis and Learning)
• CTA- Start Up (Community Tennis Association)
• Tennis on Campus
• Wheelchair Tennis
• Adaptive Tennis
• Corporate Tennis Programs
• Adult/Senior Recreational Tennis Programs
• Diversity Outreach Programs
• Innovative Tennis Programs

Who: Applicants are those who are starting a brand new tennis program and willing to commit to a detailed proposal for funding, including a complete program description and budget.

What: Grants to start new, innovative tennis programs up to $1,000.

When: Deadlines are January 15, April 15, and August 15 of each year (noon AZ time).

Requirements:

• Register program with Net Generation, on Tennis Link, or where applicable
• Submit a letter of recommendation from local USTA Tennis Service Representative
• Organization must be a USTA Southwest Member Organization. Must be an approved provider on Net Generation.Organizations can apply for up to $1,000.

Any funds in this category will be sent on the 1st of the following month.

Grant deadlines are January 15th, April 15th, and August 15th of each year.

Organizations can apply for up to $250 in matching funds.

Who: Applicants are those who need immediate assistance to start or expand their program within 6 weeks.

What: Grants up to $250. A matching partner is encouraged (Outside donation, fundraising efforts, the organization itself, etc.)

When: Rolling application deadline; organizations can apply at any time.

Requirements:

• Register program with Net Generation, on Tennis Link, or where applicable
• A letter of recommendation is not required for this type of grant.
  
• Must be a USTA Southwest Member Organization. Must be an approved provider on Net Generation.
  

Who: Certified USPTA or PTR Teaching Pros, NJTL Directors, Wheelchair Tennis Instructors, PE Teachers, and Net Generation Community Providers.

Applicants who are seeking assistance to attend a tennis industry workshop or training (ex: USTA, USPTA, PTR, NJTL Regional workshop, etc.).

What: Scholarships up to $600 to attend a tennis industry workshop or training.

When: Rolling application deadline; applicants can apply at any time.

Requirements:

• Must be a USTA Member and program must be registered with Net Generation where applicable
  
• Submit a letter of recommendation from local USTA Tennis Service Representative
  
• Teaching tennis must be the primary source of income for USPTA/PTR Professionals
  

Who: A basic package for organizations who need new or replacement equipment for their program

What: Equipment valued up to $300. Red Ball, Orange Ball, Green Ball, or Yellow Ball Equipment Package ordered by USTA Southwest. Equipment will include a case of balls, 12 racquets, and a mini-net.

When: Rolling application deadline; organizations can apply at any time.

Requirements:

• Register program with Net Generation, on Tennis Link, or where applicable
• A letter of recommendation is not required for this type of grant.
• Organization must be a USTA Southwest Member Organization.
• Limit to 2 packages per organization per calendar year. Programs can only apply for one package at a time

Requirements:

• Register program in the appropriate USTA portal (Play Day, TennisLink, Jr. Team Tennis, Wheelchair Tennis, Out of School Program etc.)
• Submit a letter of recommendation from local USTA Tennis Service Representative