Williams sisters partner in initiative to provide opportunities to youth through tennis, education
- Venus and Serena Williams announced the Williams Family Excellence Program on September 4, 2025, at the U.S. Open tennis tournament in an on-court ceremony.
- The announcement followed Venus Williams playing singles, doubles, and mixed doubles at age 45 during this year's U.S. Open, highlighting their ongoing tennis involvement.
- The program aims to support young people aged 13 to 25 from under-resourced communities by providing tennis training, college guidance, and career development opportunities.
- The USTA Foundation and community partners will recruit youth with athletic potential and financial need to offer no-cost or low-cost high-performance training and competition access.
- The initiative plans to reach more than 2,500 young people annually, suggesting a sustained effort to expand access to education and athletic development over time.
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Williams sisters Venus and Serena partner in initiative to provide opportunities to youth through tennis, education
Venus and Serena Williams are partners in a new initiative to provide opportunities for young people from under-resourced communities through tennis and education.
Championing Change: Williams Sisters Launch Youth Empowerment Initiative
Venus and Serena Williams have partnered to launch the Williams Family Excellence Program, aimed at supporting young talents from under-resourced communities through tennis and education. The initiative, announced at the U.S. Open, will focus on education and career development, reaching over 2,500 youths annually by 2035.

Williams sisters partner in initiative to provide opportunities to youth through tennis, education
Venus and Serena Williams are partners in a new initiative to provide opportunities for young people from under-resourced communities through tennis and education.
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