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Mason Tennis Association is hosting the 21st Annual Tennis-A-Thon on Sunday, June 9th, 2024, to raise money for supporting tennis in Mason and maintaining our beloved tennis center. The tennis-playing youth of Mason will obtain donors to sponsor them to play tennis for 90 minutes that afternoon. During this time, the players will participate in different games and contests that will be fun and also help improve their tennis abilities.
There are three different levels of sponsorship:
• Gold Level - $500 or more – Includes sponsorship at the courts for one year. A custom 24x36 sign will be prominently displayed at the tennis center with the sponsor's name/logo/information. Sponsor’s name will appear on a t-shirt and banner at the tennis center, and recognition on MTA website and Facebook page. Renewals at this level are just $400! • Silver Level - $250 – Sponsor’s name will appear on a t-shirt and banner at tennis center, recognition/link on our MTA website and Facebook page. • Bronze Level - $100 - Sponsor’s name will appear on a t-shirt and banner at tennis center, recognition/link on our MTA website and Facebook page. • Ace Level – Donor’s choice of amount
Tennis is an important and beneficial part of the school and community. Any level of support is appreciated!
• The top 3 fundraisers of the event will be eligible to receive additional grand prizes. Only new donations will be counted to the overall total for each participant. Renewal sings will not be counted. o 1st place winner will get choice of one of three top prizes o 2nd place winner will have choice of 2 remaining prizes after 1st place chooses o 3rd place winner will receive remaining prize after 1st and 2nd place choose • Top prizes include: o Two tennis racquets of your choice o One tennis racquet of your choice o Tennis Bag (6 pack Wilson)
If a child is unable to participate in the actual event, he/she is still eligible to acquire sponsors and receive the prizes.
FAQs
What is the Tennis-A-Thon? The annual Tennis-A-Thon is Mason Tennis Association's largest fundraiser of the year. Players of all abilities raise funds getting sponsors for their 90 minutes of playing time.
When and where is the Tennis-A-Thon? MTA will be hosting our 21st Annual Tennis-A-Thon Sunday, June 9, 2024, from 1:30-3:00 pm at the Helen Tallent Tennis Center on the Mason ISD Campus.
Who can participate? Anyone Kindergarten through 12th grade. No tennis experience is required! If you need a racquet, one can be provided. High school players will help during the event, but they can also raise funds.
What should I bring? A racquet if you have one, tennis shoes, water, sunscreen, your sponsorship forms, and funds you have collected.
How much money should I try to raise? That is up to you! We have had kids raise anywhere from $5 to over $5,000.
What does MTA use the money for? Funds raised by MTA are mainly used for maintenance and upkeep at the Helen Tallent Tennis Center. MTA has paid for large capital projects including new courts, sidewalks, and the Tower of Champions as well as smaller projects like painting, landscaping, and replacement of benches. MTA also pays for ongoing costs like utilities. MTA is currently planning for resurfacing, lighting, and hitting wall projects.
Is MTA a tax-exempt organization? Yes, MTA is considered a tax-exempt organization under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3).
How do I get a sign at the tennis courts? MTA honors a Tennis-A-Thon contribution of $500 or more by placing a custom sign at the tennis courts for one year. After the initial contribution, a $400 contribution will keep the sign displayed annually. MTA is grateful for the tremendous support of the community as evidenced by all the signs displayed at the courts.
