The Southern California Tennis Association (SCTA) Foundation is dedicated to "Changing Lives and Building Communities Through Tennis," focusing on the transformative power of sports to uplift underserved youth. By providing grants, equipment, and scholarships, the Foundation breaks down financial and geographic barriers that often prevent children in low-income areas from accessing the game. Their mission centers on the belief that tennis is a powerful vehicle for youth development, fostering essential life skills such as perseverance, discipline, and self-esteem that empower students to succeed both on the court and in their academic and professional futures. 

Driven by a vision of diversity, availability, and accessibility, the SCTA Foundation strives to make tennis an equal-opportunity sport for all, regardless of economic background or ethnicity. They actively support grassroots programs and National Junior Tennis and Learning (NJTL) chapters that integrate athletics with education, ensuring at-risk youth have a safe environment to grow. Through this commitment, the Foundation not only cultivates the next generation of competitive junior players but also strengthens the social fabric of Southern California by creating inclusive community hubs where every child has the chance to realize their full potential. 

Available Scholarships 

The Kramer Future Champions Scholarship Grant This grant supports junior tennis players between the ages of 10-18 who aspire to play collegiate or professional tennis, show significant promise, and demonstrate financial need to compete in sectional or national tournaments. 

The Talbert Summer Tennis Camp Scholarship Grant This grant supports junior tennis players between the ages of 8-16 who demonstrate a commitment to improving their tennis, but whose families lack the resources to cover the fees and tuition cost of summer tennis camp. 

The Victor Stern Scholarship Grant This grant supports junior tennis players between the ages of 10-18 who have a passion for tennis and wish to pursue the sport. Players must have a record of competitive play, wish to continue playing tennis, and have a goal of pursuing a post-high school education. 

Community Organization Grants

Funding priorities:   

● Advance the enjoyment, awareness, and participation of tennis as a healthy lifestyle

● Make a positive impact on lives of people of all ages, ability, ethnicity, and economic background 

● Serve minority populations, seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities 

● Make a positive impact on communities, supporting youth development through tennis 

Grant/Scholarship recipients are eligible to reapply nine (9) months after they’ve received their funding and only after they’ve submitted their final report. A recipient may receive only one grant within a twelve (12) month period.