The SERVE Philosophy
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Seen
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Encouraged
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Respected
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Valued
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Empowered
“The coaches made every student feel seen, encouraged us when we struggled, respected our efforts, valued our progress, and empowered us to believe in ourselves.”
Serve the Future using tennis as a platform for something bigger than sport.
Our Mission
Bring together students, families, educators, and community leaders to develop the confidence, leadership, resilience, and future-ready skills our youth need to thrive.
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National recognition
Leadership recognized on the industry's national stage.
“I am proud that this award recognizesthe strong foundation built for STF’s SERVE mission:that every child deserves to feel Seen,Encouraged, Respected, Valued, and Empowered.”Leslie Banks
Founder & Executive Director
Serve the Future
Our Impact
Source: Hello Insight
Seen93%Experienced safety and support from adults
Encouraged96%Were encouraged through challenges
Respected100%Experienced adults valuing their ideas
Valued89%Knew they mattered to the team
Empowered93%Gained foundational life skills
Every story deserves to be heard.
When students know someone is truly listening, they become more willing to share, connect and recognize their own growth.“Coach reminded me that everyone has a story and experiences; encouraging me to be more open, talk about who I am and how I've grown.”
Brandon · Grade 12
Our Programs
Possibility becomes personal.
Empowerment is the moment a student’s belief moves from someone else’s encouragement to their own conviction.“I joined to play sports & be with my friends, but now I’ve grown a passion, community, and new beliefs in what I’m capable of.”
DESI · GRADE 12
Our Partners
