Serve2Sustain: Making tennis a greener sport, not just the color of the ball.
The Problem
In the United States, approximately 125 million tennis balls are sent to landfills every year. The balls contribute around 20,000 metric tons of rubber waste, making tennis one of the most environmentally damaging sports.
What we do
Serve2Sustain is a nonprofit dedicated to giving tennis balls a new lease on life. Instead of letting them go to waste, we work with tennis clubs to collect used balls at minimal cost. These balls are then sent to our partner facility, where advanced machinery separates their materials for reuse.
Once processed, the balls find a new purpose through our partnership with Laykold, the premier supplier of tennis courts for prestigious events like the US Open. By repurposing tennis balls, we contribute to sustainability efforts while supporting the game we love. Join us in serving the planet, one ball at a time.
Ethan (Serve2Sustain member) dropping off balls to be shipped to partner facility
Members
At Serve2Sustain, our members, often high school or college students, play a vital role in recycling tennis balls within their local communities. By joining us, you not only contribute to your personal growth but also make a tangible difference in your community's environmental efforts.
As a member, you're tasked with fostering the relationship between your tennis club and Serve2Sustain. This involves picking up used tennis balls from the club you've helped to onboard and ensuring they reach our partner facility for recycling.
Join us today as a member and be part of the movement to support the tennis community we cherish while making our world a greener place, one ball at a time.
