Tennis for Charity Inc
Preselected recipients only
Tennis for Charity Inc is a private foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.2 million in 8 grants; the typical grant was $20,250 and the largest $3.0 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$3.2 million
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$20,250
- Largest grant$3.0 million
- Assets$13.6 million
How to apply
Tennis for Charity Inc says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 8 | $3.2 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| City of Mason | Public improvements for the tennis center | $3.0 million |
| Cincinnati Tennis Foundation | Program support | $63,542 |
| Cincinnati Recreation Foundation | Program support | $50,000 |
| Inner-City Tennis Project | Program support | $25,000 |
| Activities Beyond the Classroom | Program support | $15,500 |
| Inner City Youth Opportunities | Program support | $11,000 |
| Buddy Up for Life Inc | Program support | $3,894 |
| Bethel Area Tennis Association | Program support | $3,216 |
Officers and trustees
- Al Koncius
- Alvin Crawford MD
- Richard Friedman
- Steve Dessner
- Will Sikes
- Neal Schear
- John Keating
- Elaine Bruening
- Matt Slovin
Questions people ask
Does Tennis for Charity Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tennis for Charity Inc give?
$3.2 million in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $20,250.
Who runs Tennis for Charity Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Al Koncius (Trustee), Alvin Crawford MD (Trustee), Richard Friedman (Trustee) and Steve Dessner (Trustee) among 9 officers and trustees.