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Game. Set. Equity. Community Tennis Grants
Funding for community tennis equity initiatives
Latest source updateLast Update: July 9, 2026Latest change: The Community Tennis Grants page now points to the 2027 cycle, adds the 2026 award announcement, and refreshes recipient scope and geography.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 9, 2026
Latest change: The Community Tennis Grants page now points to the 2027 cycle, adds the 2026 award announcement, and refreshes recipient scope and geography.
Community Tennis Grants updated for 2027 cycle
The Community Tennis Grants page now says the 2027 application process will open early next year and adds the 2026 announcement that 32 organizations were awarded funding. It also refreshes the recipient showcase and geography, stating that the 2026 programs span all 10 provinces and one territory, while the program totals shown on the page now read over 85 applicants in 2026, nearly $425,000 distributed since 2022, and 71 unique organizations supported across 10 provinces and 2 territories.
Funding available
$ 20,000
Deadline
Closed
Location
Canada
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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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
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
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.
Official resources
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.
Selection criteria
- Applications are reviewed based on grant criteria aligned with the application prompts.
- Consideration is given to the inclusion and representation of recipients from across the country and those representing equity-deserving groups.
How to apply
- Download the Grant Guide below to learn more.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by an inclusive volunteer committee.
- Tennis Canada, National Bank, and the Provincial and Territorial Tennis Associations collaborate to ensure a comprehensive and well-rounded review process.
- Selected recipients must complete a funding report with program details such as how many women and girls were impacted, initiative outcomes, and overall impact.
Additional information
- The selected programs range from local community tennis clubs to universities, adaptive sport organizations, and equity-focused grassroots initiatives.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Game. Set. Equity. Community Tennis Grants Program
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 Tennis Canada by email at gsegrant@tenniscanada.com.
Where is the Game. Set. Equity. Community Tennis Grants available?
The Game. Set. Equity. Community Tennis Grants program is available across Canada.
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