IC Philanthropy

05/08/2026

Israel 🇮🇱📍

In May, the children attending the Embrace programme at the Jaffa Tennis Centre enjoyed an inspiring visit from IC of Israel President and IC Philanthropy Coordinator Bat-Sheva Mandel. During the visit, they not only benefited from her tennis knowledge but also learned valuable mental skills through practising Qigong.

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21/06/2026

This year, the ICPF in Spain has continued its close partnership with the ACELL Federation to deliver initiatives for Special Olympics athletes that promote inclusion and provide access to high-level coaching.

A total of 15 athletes, accompanied by their families, coaches and organisation representatives, took part in the Godó Clinic, organised by the Fundació Tennis Barcelona during the Barcelona Open.

The Fundacio leads the social responsibility programmes of the Real Club de Tenis Barcelona 1899, delivering sport and educational opportunities for young people at risk of social exclusion through its inspiring motto, "El Tennis que Suma ("Tennis that Adds Value").

As well as receiving expert coaching, the athletes had the unforgettable opportunity to share the court with ATP players Cameron Norrie, Rafa Jódar and Tomás Martín Etcheverry. The day concluded with the Special Olympics athletes signing autographs and posing for selfies with many of the spectators, highlighting the special connection they establish with tennis fans wherever they compete.

29/03/2026

Since its founding in 2014, IC Chile has supported more than 650 children from low-income backgrounds through its Tennis School at Santa Rosa de Lo Barnechea Parish School, combining sport with values that last a lifetime, including perseverance, ambition, and fair play.

In 2025, 49 students from Grades 1 to 8 took part in the programme, forming a vibrant and committed group. Across weekly sessions, they developed key skills such as coordination, balance, and concentration, while learning the fundamentals of the game — from movement on court to forehands, backhands, and smashes.

Just as importantly, the programme fosters friendship, motivation, and a positive approach to competition in a supportive environment.

The Tennis School is led by Professor Matías Valenzuela, supported by IC members Eduardo Moraga and Pedro Ramírez, whose dedication continues to make a meaningful difference in the lives of these young players.

This year, IC Chile aims to expand its impact through new partnerships, competitive opportunities for students, and greater integration into IC Chile activities.

These efforts continue to demonstrate how tennis can open doors — both on and off the court.

28/03/2026

In 2025, IC Philanthropy continued to support life-changing opportunities through tennis, creating spaces for connection, growth, and inclusion 🎾

Through our partnership with the Baccigalupo Foundation in Argentina and the Washington Tennis & Education Foundation (WTEF) in the USA, young people with intellectual disabilities took part in a powerful cultural exchange. Over six months, “Student Ambassadors” shared videos, letters, and experiences that culminated in an emotional live Zoom that brought everyone together.

We also celebrated four new graduates of the Sports Assistant Course, a programme designed to equip young people with intellectual disabilities with practical skills to support tennis coaching. With 12 graduates now working in clubs, the impact is already being felt.

Inclusion remains at the heart of everything we do. Through the “Playing Is a Right” programme, students from mainstream schools join sessions at the Tennis School, building understanding, friendships, and shared experiences on and off the court.

At the Tennis School itself, over 40 children and young people with intellectual disabilities learn, play, and thrive, supported by dedicated coaches and volunteers.

Together, these programmes show the power of sport to open doors, build confidence, and create lasting connections. A huge thank you to everyone involved.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.icphilanthropy.ictennis.net/

19/02/2026

Ethiopia 🇪🇹

At Tariku and Desta Kids Education through Tennis Development (TDKET), the Wheelchair Tennis Program has seen remarkable growth over the past year. What began as an inclusion initiative has evolved into a thriving community, with twice-weekly training sessions empowering children to build confidence, independence and pride on and off the court.

Elsewhere, success in the library is just as important as performance on the court. Through a structured “Court to Library” model, students continue to meet academic milestones alongside elite tennis development proving that sport and education go hand in hand. 📚

Throughout the 2025 competitive season, the TDKET flag was carried across East Africa with multiple tournament wins, showcasing world-class training standards. Momentum continues as selected athletes prepare for international summer tournaments in Germany and the upcoming Addis Ababa Federation Tournament. 🏆

IC Philanthropy is proud to support programmes that combine education, opportunity and ambition developing confident young leaders for the future.

Education. Inclusion. Excellence. 🎾📚

17/02/2026

Next, a quick update from the Tennis Rwanda Children's Foundation (TRCF) programme in Rwanda 🎾🇷🇼

15/02/2026

Next stop Australia 🌍🇦🇺

In 2025, more than 2,318 Aboriginal young people across 59 remote and regional communities in Western Australia and the Northern Territory engaged in the Murlpirrmarra Connection Indigenous Tennis and Learning Program. 📚🏆

With over 7,000 young lives impacted since 2022, this initiative continues to empower the next generation through sport, education and cultural connection — from Australia’s largest Indigenous tennis engagement event at Royal Kings Park to year-round clinics, mentoring and structured education pathways. 🎾

IC Philanthropy is proud to stand alongside the communities, Elders, schools and partners who are creating culturally safe spaces where Aboriginal youth can thrive in school, sport and life. ✨

01/02/2026

🌍 IC Philanthropy: Impact Across the World

📍 Askep — Cambodia 🇰🇭

We continue our global IC Philanthropy series in Kep, Cambodia, where Askep has delivered a powerful year of tennis, learning and growth.

In 2025, tennis activities at the KTC structure in Kep engaged over 100 children from the Jardin des Languescommunity — fostering not only a love of the sport, but also discipline, teamwork and healthy competition.

Key highlights include:
🎾 A strong partnership with Au-delà des Rizières, ensuring continuity and accessibility of the tennis programme in Kep
🌏 The launch of “Au-delà de Kep” with Terre d’Impact, expanding tennis opportunities to children across Cambodia — from the capital to remote rural communities
🤝 Close engagement with parents to support a shared vision for children’s development
🧼 A strong focus on life skills, including hygiene, health and mutual respect, integrated seamlessly into on-court learning

What stands out most is the programme’s holistic approach — using tennis as a tool to develop confident, respectful and well-rounded young people.
As Askep looks ahead, the commitment remains on nurturing not just better players, but children equipped with skills and values that will carry beyond the court.

31/01/2026

🌍 IC Philanthropy: Impact Across the World

We’re proud to be kicking off a new series spotlighting IC Philanthropy programmes around the world, starting in Kenton-on-Sea, South Africa 🇿🇦

Now in its 11th year, the Kenton-on-Sea programme continues to provide consistent coaching, life skills education and meaningful opportunities for children from the local township.

In 2025 alone:
📣Young players travelled to compete in junior tournaments and community events, often covering hundreds of kilometres
✅Attendance remained high, with many children still involved after 4–5 years in the programme
🎓Participants continued to engage in Life Skills classes at school, reinforcing confidence, discipline and resilience

What stands out most is continuity; children staying engaged, enthusiastic, and supported over the long term. With exciting plans already in place for the Class of 2026, the programme continues to look forward while building on deep local foundations.

Our sincere thanks to Leonie Grondel and the IC South Africa team, and to the IC Philanthropy Committee, for their continued commitment and care.

05/01/2026

The Uruguayan Tennis Association and had the honor of holding the ITF Future Series Hotel del Lago Open Wheelchair Tennis Tournament, 1-4 December 2025. A partnership with the IC of URUGUAY and the AUT Asociacion Uruguaya de tenis, where four wheelchair players of our IC URUGUAY programme (Llovet, Butin, Marengo, and Varela) all played and had excellent results!

Luciano Varela, n°1 Uruguayan player, won the Open (singles and doubles) and is now ranked top 50 ITF. Alfonso Llovet , junior IC wheelchair player, won the Uruguay ITF Open (Junior) and won the bronze medal at the Parapanamericans games, Chile 2025.

Also supporting the players were: JP Brisson (IC Uruguay president), Philippe Pinet (Philanthropic programme IC Uruguay and Reg Rep), Bruno Perez (Uruguay Junior Challenge player 2024 and sportsmanship award ), Federico Lopez (tennis director National Federation, and former Uruguay Junior Challenge player 2012 and sportsmanship award).

Congratulations to all involved!