Volunteer with CourtBloom in Franklin, NH
Be the reason a kid can't wait to come back.
Free tennis, something good to eat, and a grown-up who believes in them. That's what kids get at CourtBloom in Franklin. We need more of those grown-ups.
Takes about a minute. No tennis experience needed.
It's never really about tennis.
- A five-year-old too nervous to step on the court, until his big brother showed him how.
- A four-year-old who now asks to come back every single weekend.
- A bagel after every session, with a note of encouragement written on the bag.
Real moments from CourtBloom sessions in Franklin, as reported by the Concord Monitor.
“Funding comes and goes. The world does what it does. We'll still be here. That's the whole point.”
“Nobody earns a plate and nobody asks for one. We just set the table and everybody eats.”
Food is just part of the day, the way it is for any team. Local restaurant partners help make it happen, and volunteers make sure every kid and family feels welcome at the table.
Volunteer in Franklin and help kids play for free.
Franklin is where CourtBloom started. Every weekend, kids ages 2–17 and their families come out for free youth tennis, family pickleball, and food from local partners. Volunteers help make those weekends run.
Programming in Franklin has been held at the Odell Park tennis courts and the Bessie Rowell Community Center.
- Free weekend youth tennis
- Weekly sessions for kids ages 2–17, grouped by age, with every racket and ball provided.
- Family pickleball
- Parents, grandparents, and kids on court together, free of charge.
- Food for weekend participants
- Local restaurant partners help feed kids and families, so no one leaves hungry.
- School partnerships
- In-school programming at Paul Smith Elementary School and nearby Jennie D. Blake School in Hill.
Volunteers from Hill, Tilton, Northfield, Sanbornton, Andover, and Bristol are welcome too.
Say yes. We'll take it from here.
Tell us how you'd like to help. We'll reach out, walk you through next steps, and find something that fits your life.
Every kid is safe with us.
Programs are led by an RSPA Tennis Professional, and our youth-facing staff are:
- Background checked
- Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED
- CDC HEADS UP concussion training
- SafeSport trained
- Bloodborne pathogens training
- NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching
Volunteers who work with kids complete screening and youth-safety onboarding before their first session. You'll never be on your own.
Questions
When does CourtBloom run in Franklin?
Franklin is one of our weekly community sites, with free programming on weekends. We'll share the current schedule when we reach out.
Can I help with food on weekends instead of tennis?
Yes. Food and family support is one of the most-needed roles in Franklin. Choose it on the form.
Do I need to know how to play tennis?
No. Most roles have nothing to do with tennis. On court, you'll be helping CourtBloom coaches, who lead every session.
How much time does it take?
Whatever fits your life. Some people help at a single event, others come regularly. We'll find something that works for you.
What screening is involved?
Volunteers who work directly with kids complete CourtBloom screening, training, and youth-safety onboarding before their first session.
Can this count for school hours, an internship, or a practicum?
Yes. Open “Add details” on the form and tell us what you need. Students ages 13–17 can also join our Youth Leaders program.