A non-profit organization founded in 1980, the mission of USTA Atlanta (The Atlanta Community Tennis Association) is to promote and develop the growth of tennis in metro Atlanta.  USTA Atlanta oversees the largest USTA Leagues and USTA Jr. Team Tennis league programs in the country. 

 

A professional staff based in Atlanta, GA carries out the daily operations but policy is formed and much of the organization's work is executed via a Board of Directors, committees and numerous valuable volunteers.

 

The Atlanta Youth Tennis & Education Foundation

 

Established in 2003, the Atlanta Youth Tennis & Education Foundation (AYTEF) aims to enrich the lives of under-resourced youth through tennis and education. Recognized as a National Junior Tennis & Learning (NJTL) organization by the United States Tennis Association (USTA), AYTEF provides year-round free and low-cost tennis, community outreach, and enrichment programs at Fair Oaks Tennis Center, with an emphasis on empowering underserved youth, especially those confronting socio-economic obstacles. Serving as a sports based youth development organization, AYTEF's programs support holistic growth in young individuals, aiding them in the areas of academics improvement, character building, life skills development, emotional well-being, fostering a sense of belonging, and building resilience for a promising future. 

 

United States Tennis Association

 

Founded in 1881, the United States Tennis Association (USTA) is the national governing body for the sport of tennis in this country. In addition to owning the US Open and selecting members of the Davis Cup, Fed Cup, Olympic and Paralympic teams, the USTA administers a variety of programs nationwide for players of all ages and ability levels.