We hope this message finds you safe amid the tragedy that is ongoing in the Pacific Palisades and across LA. To those directly impacted by the fire, please know that you are not alone. Our community stands with you and is here to offer support. In the coming days, weeks, and months, we are committed to supporting you and your family in whatever ways we can.

This week, we are channeling our energy into supporting those impacted by the fires. While direct relief is the top priority, we believe tennis can offer a sense of normalcy, relief, and mental and physical well-being—especially for our youth. Returning to the court, once it’s safe, can play a small but meaningful role in recovery.

Programming Update

To prioritize relief efforts:

• Regular programming will be suspended this weekend.
• If air quality and the city permit us to be out there, we will be at the courts SATURDAY, JANUARY 18 offering donated equipment and free programming, including clinics, live-ball sessions, and match play.

How You Can Join Our Efforts

This week, we are channeling our energy into supporting those impacted by the fires. While direct relief is the top priority, we believe tennis can offer a sense of normalcy, relief, and mental and physical well-being—especially for our youth. Returning to the court, once it’s safe, can play a small but meaningful role in recovery.

Here’s what we’re working on:

• Equipment Collection: We are gathering gently used racquets, bags, shoes, clothing, grips, dampeners, strings, and new balls to redistribute to players in need.
• New Replacement Gear: We’re collaborating with retailers to secure replacement equipment for tournament players.
• Community Outreach: We are actively reaching out to identify and assist players who have been affected. If you know anyone who has been displaced please share this with them.

How You Can Help

• Spread the word- we have to-date secured a large inventory of gear and are looking for players of all ages and levels who need gear.If you know someone impacted, please share this simple form for them to fill out:
• PLAYER EQUIPMENT NEED FORM
• Debbie Mahdessian’s : POINT OF CONTACT FOR NEED
  📞 (310) 430-1962
  📧 santamonicatenniscollective@gmail.com
• To donate gear or assist with pickups and drop-offs, fill out this form:
• EQUIPMENT DONATION FORM
• Gabe Kanengiser: POINT OF CONTACT FOR DONATIONS
  📞 (310) 963-2822
  📧 gkanengiser@gmail.com

Thank you for your generosity and support during this challenging time. Together, we can help our community rebuild and recover.

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