Celebrating Our 2024 Impact!

The 2024 AYTEF Impact Report has been published and we encourage you to take a few minutes to explore the stories, successes, and milestones that shaped our year, and join us in celebrating the meaningful work we’ve accomplished together. This report highlights the incredible strides we made in 2024—thanks to our dedicated volunteers, partners, and supporters like you. Let us know what resonates with you, and thank you for being part of our story.

AYTEF Expands Local Reach with New Partnerships and Programs

AYTEF is growing its impact by partnering with local youth-serving organizations and facilities, ensuring our programs remain accessible and rooted in under-resourced communities. Beginning this fall, we’re excited to launch afterschool programming at three new sites, all located within three miles of our main programming hub at Fair Oaks Tennis Center.

In addition to these new sites, AYTEF will host pop-up tennis experiences throughout the community to build awareness and bring the joy of sport directly to families. To support these upcoming launches, our team has been hard at work this spring—connecting with families in school pick-up lines, attending community and school events, and spreading the word about our programs. We’re energized by the momentum and look forward to welcoming even more families into the AYTEF community!

AYTEF Student Joins High School JV Tennis Team!

Congratulations to one of our AYTEF students who recently made the Junior Varsity tennis team at her high school! This milestone marks the first successful transition from our K–8 player pathway to a high school team since relocating to Fair Oaks—an exciting and encouraging benchmark for our programming.

We’re so proud of her hard work, dedication, and growth both on and off the court. Moments like these remind us of the power of consistent support, coaching, and community. Way to go! 

AYTEF Students Honor Black History — Meet Our Timeline Winner!

Throughout Black History Month, our students honored influential Black Americans by creating timelines that highlighted their lives, achievements, and lasting impact in areas like sports, music, civil rights, and beyond.

Students dove into research and showcased their work through creative, informative posters—each one a tribute to the power of legacy and representation. These timelines were shared on AYTEF’s Instagram, where our community had the chance to vote for their favorites.

The results are in, and we’re thrilled to announce that the winning entry celebrates tennis legend Althea Gibson! Her legacy as a barrier-breaking athlete continues to inspire generations both on and off the court.



A huge thank you to all the students who participated and to our community for voting and celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth with us!

New Partnership with STEAM Generation!

AYTEF is thrilled to announce our new partnership with STEAM Generation to bring FREE, hands-on STEAM enrichment to our SET K–8th grade players every Monday in select months. From building rockets to exploring exciting science, technology, engineering, art, and math concepts, students will engage in fun, interactive lessons right here on-site.

We extend our thanks to the Norman Foundation, Sue Burkhart, and the Michael Kraft Memorial Fund for their generous support of our STEM efforts. Their contributions have made this enriching educational experience possible for our students.

SET for Success: Monthly Speaker Series

At AYTEF, we believe tennis is just the beginning. Through our new Monthly Guest Speaker initiative, AYTEF players are gaining valuable life skills from professionals across diverse industries—connecting lessons on the court to real-world success.

In February, we welcomed Van Dinh, an accomplished film producer, who led a dynamic session on problem-solving and critical thinking. Our players explored how strategic thinking applies both in filmmaking and in tennis. Who knew these two worlds had so much in common? Huge thanks to Van Dinh for inspiring our students to think fast and stay sharp!

In March, we welcomed Freedom Youth Yoga to continue our focus on health and wellness. Our players recently enjoyed a calming and empowering yoga and mindfulness session with Akilah from Freedom Youth Yoga. With deep breathing techniques and gentle movements, our students learned how a calm mind can lead to a strong, focused game. Thank you Freedom Youth Yoga a for guiding us through such a meaningful experience!

Through monthly guest sessions like these, AYTEF is continuing to build confident, well-rounded youth—both on and off the court.

At AYTEF, we believe every child deserves access to opportunity, support, and a safe space to grow—on and off the court. Your donation directly fuels our tennis pathways and enrichment programs, helping us provide low-cost and/or free after-school sessions, academic enrichment, mentorship, safe peer community, and wellness experiences for youth who need it most. Whether it’s $10 or $100, every gift makes a difference in a child’s life.

DONATE NOW to support our mission and help us continue building confident, capable, and connected youth through the power of sport and education.

Want to Volunteer with AYTEF?

At AYTEF, we’re always looking for passionate, community-minded volunteers to support our youth in a variety of fun and impactful programs. Whether you're passionate about education, sports, or simply want to make a difference in a young person’s life, AYTEF has a place for you.

Volunteer Opportunities Include:

• Weekly Afterschool Programming – Support tennis coaching and player development at our Fair Oaks facility
• Learning Hub – Help with homework, reading, enrichment, and academic confidence
• Summer Camps – Join us for an unforgettable summer of sports, STEM, and leadership development
• School-Based Programming – Assist with tennis clubs and enrichment activities at local elementary schools
• Community Pop-Ups – Be part of special events that bring tennis and fun directly to families in our community

Seeking Sponsors for this Year's Golf Fundraiser

We're gearing up for our 7th Annual Regions Bank AYTEF Golf Tournament and we're calling for sponsors to join us in making this event a huge success. If you're interested in showcasing your support for our cause and gaining exposure for your brand, please reach out to Kirsten Robles at kirsten@aytef.org for sponsorship opportunities.

MAYTEF Teach-A-Thon Returns!

AYTEF is teaming up once again with Universal Tennis Academy (UTA) for our MAYTEF Teach-A-Thon fundraiser in celebration of National Tennis Month! This repeat event aims to raise $10,000 to support our youth programs and expand awareness of AYTEF’s mission. By joining us, you’ll help empower local youth through tennis and education—and show how the entire tennis community can make a lasting impact.

Stay tuned for more details and ways to get involved!

Calling All Community Members!

Free Community Tennis Coaching Workshop

Are you a tennis player looking to give back? Or someone who’s interested in stepping onto the court in a new way? This free, hands-on workshop is designed for community members, tennis players, and beginner coaches who want to learn how to coach and lead group programming—no prior experience needed!

Come dressed to move and bring your racquet—this is an active, on-court experience where you’ll learn:

• Coaching basics and communication techniques
• How to run fun, entry-level group tennis sessions
• Ways to make a positive impact in your community through tennis

Open to all skill levels | No coaching experience required

FILL OUT THE FORM BELOW TO RECEIVE MORE DETAILS ON THIS UPCOMING WORKSHOP IN FALL 2025.

The mission of the Atlanta Youth Tennis & Education Foundation is to ENRICH the lives of under-resourced youth through tennis and education. We SERVE through sport so that our youth participants can ACHIEVE without limit on the court, in the classroom, and in life.