Interested in starting a wheelchair tennis program? Clinic? Tournament? Camp? Read on....
The stipend provides financial support to not-for-profit USTA Member Organizations that promote recreational or competitive tennis programs which may include: tournaments, demonstrations, clinics, or instructional camps for adults and junior players.
The stipend plays an important –but limited—role in supporting a successful event—community participation and support is required, i.e. volunteers, sponsors, in-kind donations.
Requirements:
1. Be or become a current USTA Organization Member prior to receiving stipend. Call USTA Member Services (800-900-8782) to join or renew your USTA Organization Membership. If you are applying now, submit a photocopy of your application and check with Stipend Application. Note: USTA Organization Membership is not the same as USTA Individual Membership.
2. Disclose any conflict of interest between anyone who may benefit from stipend.
3. Submit all paperwork, attachments, and other required materials in a timely manner (before February 15, 2012).
4. List 3 Measurable Outcomes.
5. Accountability forms for funding in prior years must be on file.
6. NorCal website article and photos to be submitted immediately after event concludes.
7. Respond to inquiries and/or agree to site visits at any time by representatives of USTA or USTA NorCal (staff, board of directors, volunteers).
How to Apply:
This 2012 Stipend Application Form (2 pages) must be submitted by email or mailed to Wheelchair Tennis Committee Chairperson Peggy Keefe, and it will be reviewed by the entire committee. All Stipend Applications are due by February 15, 2012.
Stipend Applicaton
Email: byrn916@comcast.net
Mailing address: 4120 St. Andrews Ave. Sacramento, CA 95821
Phone number: 916-481-3364