Grants & Assistance

Since 2008, USTA Wheelchair Tennis has been a steadfast champion for the sport's development, investing over $650,000 in grassroots programs nationwide. These grants go beyond mere financial aid; they represent a strategic commitment to cultivating a thriving ecosystem for wheelchair tennis, with a particular focus on programs with an emphasis on attracting new junior players to the sport. 

Grant amounts are based on each program's existing budget, as well as the future programming needs of the organization, and should assist in providing assets including coaching, court time, events (i.e., run/rolls, tournaments, camps) and equipment. Want to learn more about the grant process and requirements? Click here to review FAQs.

Interested in partnering with USTA Wheelchair Tennis to cultivate the next generation of champions? Email the USTA Wheelchair Tennis Team at wheelchairtennis@usta.com to learn more.

The deadline to apply for 2026 grant applications is Jan. 31, 2026.

The USTA, with support from Tennis Industry United and the USTA Foundation, developed the USTA David N. Dinkins HBCU Coaching Grant that will support HBCUs that currently have varsity tennis programs. 

The Collegiate Wheelchair Grant program from USTA Player Development provides financial aid to existing or planned collegiate wheelchair tennis programs. The maximum amount that can be awarded is $5,000.00, and you may request up to that amount. USTA Player Development may also assist with some of the award requirements, such as marketing and sponsorship ideas, and other materials. Email the USTA Wheelchair Tennis Team at wheelchairtennis@usta.com to learn more.

The deadline to apply for 2026 grant applications is Jan. 31, 2026.

This program provides comprehensive support school tennis programs, including free equipment, PE curriculum/videos, and coaching training.

This program provides grants and resources to Adaptive (modified to include players of all abilities) tennis programs.