BREAKING BARRIERS TO TENNIS

At Chance Through Sports Foundation, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to participate in sports regardless of financial circumstances.

Our Community Access Program helps children and teens from low-income and financially challenged households gain access to structured tennis programs in a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment.

Rather than allocating scholarship-supported participants into separate programs, CTS integrates children into existing beginner and developmental group classes whenever possible. This creates stronger community inclusion, healthier social integration, and a more sustainable long-term program model.

Our goal is not only athletic participation, but also confidence-building, social connection, healthy routines, mentorship, and long-term personal growth through sports.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TIERS

CTS uses a tiered support model designed to provide assistance based on household size and financial need.

Families shall still contribute a reduced portion of program fees depending on the level of support awarded. This shared participation model helps encourage long-term program commitment while allowing CTS to support a greater number of families within the community.

ELIGIBILITY & REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION

As part of the Financial Assistance Program, CTS requires documentation to verify household income and determine eligibility. All information submitted is kept confidential and used solely for application review purposes.

Acceptable Documentation:

Most recent federal tax return (Form 1040 — first two pages)

Two recent pay stubs for each working household member

W-2 forms if tax returns are unavailable

Proof of government assistance (SNAP, TANF, SSI, SSDI, etc.)

Unemployment benefit statements

Employer verification letter stating position, hours, and pay

For Self-Employed Applicants:

Schedule C from tax return

Profit & loss statements

Business bank statements

If a family is unable to provide standard documentation, we encourage them to contact CTS directly so alternative verification options may be discussed.