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Community Tennis Associations

 

 WHAT IS A COMMUNITY TENNIS ASSOCIATION?

A USTA Community Tennis Association (CTA) is “any incorporated, geographically defined, not-for-profit, volunteer-based organization that supports or provides programs which promote and develop the growth of tennis.” As an association, the group works to coordinate and maintain tennis programs and services; guaranteeing that they are open and accessible to all. These tennis enthusiasts may act as advocates, program administrators, and promoters or fund-raisers. Fueled by local volunteers, they exist to promote and develop the game of tennis in the community.
 
 
  

CURRENT IDAHO DISTRICT COMMUNITY TENNIS ASSOCIATIONS

 Name: Donnelly Tennis Club
Contact Person: Nancy Sommerwerck
Contact Information: njsnomad@msn.com

Name: Idaho Falls Community Tennis Association
Contact Person: Kristi Edlin
Contact Information: kedlin@cableone.net, 208-521-2799

Name: Idaho Wheelchair Tennis Association
Contact Person: Paul Bradley
Contact Information: info@idahowheelchairtennis.com

Name: Magic Valley Tennis Association
Contact Person: Mike Sato
Contact Information: mike.sato@pioneer.com

 

Name: McCall Tennis Association
Contact Person: Jo Conn
Contact Information: mccalltennis@gmail.com

Name: Meridian Tennis Association
Contact Person: Jo Ann Kurz
Contact Information: joannkurz@msn.com

Name: One by One Foundation
Contact Person: Jo Hopkins
Contact Information: jhoppy57@msn.com

Name: Treasure Valley Tennis Association
Contact Person: Chad Vaughn
Contact Information: tvtainfo@gmail.com

Name: Pocatello Tennis Association
Contact Person: Ron Osborn
Contact Information: rosborn@cityofchubbuck.us

HOW DOES AN ORGANIZATION BECOME A USTA COMMUNITY TENNIS ASSOCIATION?

Information on how to form, develop or improve a Community Tennis Association can be downloaded here in the USTA Guide for Community Tennis Organizations. For more information or additional resources, contact Sarah Ober, at (208) 322-5150, Ext. 205, or sober@idtennis.com.

REGISTRATION PROCESS

If you already have formed such an organization, it is simple to become registered with Idaho Tennis Association and the USTA. Becoming a USTA organizational member is highly recommended, establishing your organization's eligibility for additional benefits, such as discounted insurance and equipment. Then register as a CTA . If such an organization does not exist in your community, or if you are interested in strengthening an existing community tennis organization, see the USTA Guide for Community Tennis Associations . By registering with the USTA, a Community Tennis Association will become linked to a large network of other CTAs and receive regular communication from Idaho Tennis Association, USTA/Intermountain Section, and USTA. Opportunities to attend workshops, to receive financial assistance and to tap into District, Section and National resources and grants also become more readily available.

USTA GRANTS

There are currently several types of grants available from the USTA and Intermountain Section for Community Tennis Associations, school programs, Parks and Recreation programs and facilities, and individuals. Click here for descriptions and applications for USTA grants . Click here for descriptions and applications for USTA Intermountain Section grants .

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF REGISTERING YOUR CTA?

Registering as a Community Tennis Association (CTA) and/or a National Junior Tennis and Learning (NJTL) chapter has numerous benefits and opens up an array of options for different grants, awards, trainings, programs and Web site assistance to both your organzation and your constituents. Organization members are also eligible for USTA-offered liability iInsurance, exclusive access to USTA Community Funding grants, and preferential access to USTA Tennis & Education Foundation grants.

WHAT OTHER RESOURCES DO CTAS HAVE?

ITA "Funding Finders" Grant Book . This grant book touches the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the multiple, non-tennis-specific grant opportunities that are in available in Idaho and nationwide.

Click here to download USTA's Community Tennis Associations Quick Reference Online Resource Guide.