There are many opportunities to volunteer with NYJTL as it offers tennis and education programs year-round, in schools across all five boroughs, as well as at our flagship home, the Cary Leeds Center for Tennis & Learning. NYJTL’s vision is to enable kids to Grow with the Game and when you volunteer your time, it helps makes a difference in the lives of the youth that we serve. Both short and long term volunteer positions are available – NYJTL recommends those interested in long term volunteerism, to sign up for a short term position first to fully understand the organization’s needs. NYJTL thanks you for your consideration!
NYJTL Mayor Dinkins Cup – The Mayor Dinkins Cup is the largest free junior interscholastic tennis competition in the nation, with players from all over New York City representing public, parochial, and private schools. Formerly the Mayor’s Cup, NYJTL renamed the tournament the Mayor Dinkins Cup to honor NYC’s first Black Mayor and NYJTL Board Member, who served 35 years, David N. Dinkins. Learn more!
Every June at the Cary Leeds Center.
The following 20 volunteer positions are needed:
- On-court assistance
- Lunch distribution assistance
- Set up and break down assistance
NYJTL Fall Festival– A fall highlight brings hundreds of local children out on Columbus Day for tennis fun and autumn joys such as pumpkin picking and decorating, face painting and other treats.
Every October at the Cary Leeds Center.
The following 25 volunteer positions are needed:
- On-court assistance
- Carnival booth assistance
- Lunch distribution assistance
- Set up and break down assistance
NYJTL Annual Gala – The NYJTL Annual Gala directly supports our mission to develop the character of young people through tennis and education for a lifetime of success on and off the court.
Every May at the Ziegfeld Ballroom.
The following 20 volunteer positions are needed:
- Registration table attendants
- Set up and break down assistance
Long term volunteer positions available in all key disciplines including academic enrichment assistance and tennis skill development assistance. Please contact Franny Shea, at fshea@nyjtl.org for more information on all opportunities.