Posh Rock Tennis Foundation Inc. (PRTF) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, youth development organization. Our Mission is to change the trajectory of our Central Florida youth, through comprehensive tennis programming that promotes the physical, educational, and life skills necessary to prepare and empower our underserved youth for success.
Posh Rock Tennis Foundation started with John, Albert and Junior. Their goal was to increase participation pare and empower our underserved youth for success.
PRTF is a registered member of the USTA Foundation (United States Tennis Association) and a recognized USTA/National Junior Tennis & Learning (NJTL) program. NJTL is a nation-wide network of community tennis organizations seeking to develop the character of young people through tennis and education. Founded in 1969 by Arthur Ashe, Charlie Pasarell, and Sheridan Snyder, this growing network of tennis providers share similar values, ideals, and goals by:
- Reaching out to those who may not otherwise have the opportunity to play the sport.
- Instilling in youngsters the values of leadership and academic excellence.
- Giving all children (regardless of income, race, gender) the opportunity to fully develop their tennis skills so they can derive a lifetime of enjoyment from the sport.
Our goals are to increase the participation of our underserved, autistic, and special needs youth for success in the game of tennis, to help develop their character, provide educational enrichment opportunities, provide the ability to make healthy living choices and improve life skills.
What we bring to the community
Adaptive Tennis
Tennis classes for kids with autism and special needs. Our goals are to increase the participation of our underserved, autistic, and special needs youth for success in the game of tennis, to help develop their character, provide educational enrichment opportunities, provide the ability to make healthy living choices and improve life skills.
Bringing Tennis to underprivileged communities
Giving all children (irregardless of income, race, gender) the opportunity to fully develop their tennis skills so they can derive a lifetime of enjoyment from the sport.
On & Off Court Development
NJTLs are unique because they offer a variety of on-court programming and educational and life-skill components designed to enhance a player’s overall development. These educational components are diverse in nature, but can vary from things like mentoring, drug and alcohol counseling, to things like computer skills training, health and nutrition, and college preparation. The NJTL is a wonderful way for kids to get exercise, make friends, and have fun in a team-oriented and safe environment.
Our Programs
Through our partnerships with the Boys & Girls Club of America, Special Olympics and Orange County elementary schools, and lastly, Fort Gatlin Tennis Center, we enhance the lives of roughly 7,000 children on a weekly basis.
Our Partnerships with the local community
Posh Rock Tennis Foundation X Recreational Tennis League
We were thrilled to host our first-ever $10,000 guaranteed money tournament for recreational tennis players at the Fort Gatlin Tennis Center. The entire community came out to support the event, creating a vibrant atmosphere complete with live DJs, fun activities for the kids, and health and wellness sessions such as Pilates and yoga. The staff at Fort Gatlin were courteous, professional, and dedicated; under the guidance of coaches and brothers John and Albert Richards, along with Junior Gonzalez, every participant felt like part of the family—values that align perfectly with our mission.
Not only was this event an exciting milestone for recreational tennis, but the proceeds also went directly to our Posh Rock Tennis Foundation programs, providing underprivileged youth with tennis training, mentorship, and the resources they need to thrive. We are grateful to everyone who participated, donated, and helped make the tournament an incredible success, and we look forward to continuing our shared commitment to growing the tennis community and supporting those in need.
Posh Rock Tennis Foundation X Jack And Jill of America Inc
Yuvay Ferguson“What our these kids are getting out of this experience is a really beautiful thing. Tennis can often feel like something that’s inaccessible.”
Program Director for Orlando Chapter Jack and Jill Foundation
Thank you to our wonderful partners to help make our mission possible
PRTF is only able to provide these outstanding programs and services with generous support from people like you. Unrestricted gifts allow us to address our most critical needs. However, we have several uniquely meaningful programs that are also funded through donor support. Contributions are tax deductible.
Questions?
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