Makali'i's Mission
We set up opportunity youth from Windward, Oʻahu for life-long success by enhancing self-efficacy, belonging, and healthy habits through tennis, education, and family engagement.
Apply for a needs-based scholarship to help your keiki play tennis year round
We’re inspired to become Hawai’i’s first
NJTL Network
The National Junior Tennis and Learning (NJTL) network, founded in 1969 by Arthur Ashe, Charlie Pasarell, and Sheridan Snyder, uses tennis to teach life skills, character, and the value of education to under-resourced youth. As a flagship program of the USTA Foundation, NJTL now includes over 250 nonprofits serving 150,000+ young people annually, all united by a mission to empower lives through tennis and learning.
Meet
Our Team
We believe in a future where every kid has the opportunity to play tennis, feel like they belong to a community, and gain the skills they need to succeed in life.
Interested in helping out?
The Kailua
Racquet Club
KRC is a charming tennis club nestled in the heart of Coconut Grove. More than just a place to play, it’s a vibrant community where lifelong friendships are formed on and off the court. Through Makali‘i, KRC extends its legacy by supporting youth development, tennis education, and community engagement across Windward O‘ahu.