Junior Tennis Foundation Inc.

Overview

The Junior Tennis Foundation Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the development of tennis among underprivileged children and individuals with disabilities within the USTA Eastern Section. Incorporated in 1982, the foundation aims to provide healthful recreation and physical fitness opportunities through tennis.

Mission and Activities

The Junior Tennis Foundation's mission is to support tennis programs that serve underprivileged and at-risk youth as well as people with disabilities. Through partnerships with USTA Eastern and various local programs, JTF has provided over $3 million in grants since its inception. These grants enable participants to attend tennis camps, national competitions, and educational workshops.

Supported Programs

JTF currently supports several programs, including:

• Essex Grassroots Tennis & Education
• New York Junior Tennis & Learning
• City Parks Foundation
• Harlem Junior Tennis and Education
• Kings County Tennis League
• Greater Newark Tennis & Education
• 15-LOVE
• Capital Region Youth Tennis Foundation

Financial Information

In recent years, the Junior Tennis Foundation has reported revenues primarily from contributions and fundraising events. Their financial statements indicate a reliance on donations and investment income to support their grants and operations.

Governance and Awards

The JTF is involved with the Eastern Tennis Hall of Fame, established in 1988, which honors individuals who have contributed significantly to tennis in the USTA Eastern Section. Past inductees include notable figures such as Arthur Ashe and Billie Jean King.

Legal Status

JTF is registered as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, with donations being tax deductible.

Impact

By providing financial support to various tennis programs, the Junior Tennis Foundation plays a crucial role in making tennis accessible to a broader demographic, promoting both physical fitness and social development among its beneficiaries.

[1] https://www.usta.com/en/home/about-usta/who-we-are/eastern/junior-tennis-foundation.html [2] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_Tennis_Association [3] https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/133155380 [4] https://www.causeiq.com/organizations/junior-tennis-foundation,133155380/ [5] https://www.juniortennisfoundation.org