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Game. Set. Equity. Community Tennis Grants
Funding for community tennis equity initiatives
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 20,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Overview
This program provides up to $7,500 for one-year grants and up to $20,000 for two-year grants. It supports community tennis initiatives that advance participation, retention, and leadership for self-identifying women and girls.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop team skills
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 70% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Sports
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Higher Education
- Other Education
- Social Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- New immigrants & refugees
- People with disabilities
- Women & girls
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
- Low-income individuals / families
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- New or improved community tennis programs for women and girls.
- Coaching, officiating, and leadership development initiatives.
- Education and training projects that build equity capacity.
- Long-term impact initiatives for previous recipients.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations.
- Community groups.
- Tennis clubs.
- Charities.
- Schools and universities.
Who is not eligible
- Provincial and territorial tennis associations.
- For-profit organizations.
- Individuals.
Eligible expenses
- Registration fees.
- Venue, space, or court time.
- Training and education fees.
- Staffing and facilitation.
- Marketing, equipment, and childcare support.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Individual or personal expenses.
- Premium or non-essential equipment.
- Activities not aligned with the grant’s purpose.
- Capital projects.
- Single-day events.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada.
- Organizations across provinces and territories.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by an inclusive volunteer committee.
- Review is based on grant criteria and application responses.
- Tennis Canada, National Bank, and provincial/territorial tennis associations take part in the review.
- Applicants are informed of their status in April 2026.
- Selected recipients must sign a funding agreement and complete a funding report.
Additional information
- Applicants will be contacted in April 2026.
- Selected recipients must sign a funding agreement.
- Recipients may receive access codes to the Gender Equity LENS e-module.
- Recipients may be profiled through Tennis Canada’s communication channels.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Game. Set. Equity. Community Tennis Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Game. Set. Equity. Community Tennis Grants. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Game. Set. Equity. Community Tennis Grants?
This program provides up to $7,500 for one-year grants and up to $20,000 for two-year grants. It supports community tennis initiatives that advance participation, retention, and leadership for self-identifying women and girls.
How much funding can be received?
Game. Set. Equity. Community Tennis Grants Funds up to 70% of admissible expenses, capped at $20,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Game. Set. Equity. Community Tennis Grants program?
To be eligible for the Game. Set. Equity. Community Tennis Grants program, you must:
Focus on women and girls.
At least 70% for women and girls.
Two-year stream for past recipients.
What expenses are eligible under Game. Set. Equity. Community Tennis Grants?
New or improved community tennis programs for women and girls.
Coaching, officiating, and leadership development initiatives.
Education and training projects that build equity capacity.
Long-term impact initiatives for previous recipients.
Who can I contact for more information about the Game. Set. Equity. Community Tennis Grants?
You can contact Municipality of West Elgin by email at gsegrant@tenniscanada.com or by phone at none.
Where is the Game. Set. Equity. Community Tennis Grants available?
The Game. Set. Equity. Community Tennis Grants program is available the province of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon.
Is the Game. Set. Equity. Community Tennis Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Game. Set. Equity. Community Tennis Grants is a Grant and Funding