Below are some frequently asked questions and answers regarding Foundation grants.
When does the 2024 Program Grant Open?
Opens Friday, March 29, 2024.
When does the 2024 Program Grant Close?
Closes Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at 11:59 PM ET.
What is the funding period for this grant?
The funding period is June 1, 2024, through May 31, 2025.
Will there be a Program Grants Webinar?
Yes, there will be a 2024 Program Grants Informational Webinar.
Date: April 3, 2024
Time: 10:00 am PT/ 11:00 am MT/ 12:00 pm CT/ 1:00 pm ET
How to access: You can locate the link on your Chapter Portal calendar.
Will the webinar be recorded?
Yes, it will be recorded, and you can access it on the USTA Foundation Chapter Portal.
Where do I find & submit my 2024 Program Grant?
Log into the USTA Foundation Chapter Portal here. Click on the opportunities tab to find it
under the 2024 Program Grant.
Is there a copy of the Grant application questions?
A copy of the application is available for download on the first page of the application screen by clicking DOWNLOAD A COPY OF THE APPLICATION HERE.
What information do I need in order to fill out my application?
The following information may be gathered in advance of completing your application:
- Project Detail
- Partners and collaborators
- Tennis and Educational Programming Hours
- Youth Participant Data
- Total Gross Receipts as reported on IRS Form 990
- Budget Information - Organizational Budget and Project Budget
- Other revenue sources
How much funding can I apply for?
The amount you may request is based on your organization's gross receipts as reported on your IRS 990 form, as outlined below:
- More than $1,000,000 - may request up to $100K in Program Grant funding
- $750,000 to $999,999 - may request up to $75K in Program Grant funding
- $749,999 to $350,000 – may request up to $50K in Program Grant funding
- $349,999 and below - may request up to $35K in Program Grant funding
Will I have to complete an accountability report for this grant?
Yes, you will need to complete a nine-month report, and if it is not completed on time, you may lose eligibility for future funding.
Are 2024 Grant Recipients required to conduct the Hello Insight Youth Survey to their program
participants?
Yes, Hello Insight is required. For chapters awarded a grant, there will be a webinar that provides details about the survey and how to deliver it to your youth participants. Please contact the Foundation if you have questions at foundation.grants@usta.com