Lulu’s Place will be a transformational nonprofit youth center where students can access exceptional academic, athletic and wellness programs at top quality facilities rivaling those anywhere in the world.
Core Program Partners
We are bringing together outstanding partners anchored by nationally-recognized organizations with deep expertise.
The USTA Foundation
supports programs nationwide through the National Junior Tennis & Learning (NJTL) network which features nearly 300 chapters providing free or low-cost tennis and education programming to empower under-resourced kids to succeed on the court and in life.
TGR Foundation
offers students the resources and support needed to pursue and achieve their goals in life through experiential STEM curricula, college-access programs and educator professional development.
Winward Academy
is a research-based learning platform supporting students with math courses, ACT/SAT prep and college applications.
Our partners will deliver best-in-class educational, sports and wellness programming at little or no cost to children in grades K-12.
Wellness Program Partners
Wellness programs and services will be offered by health providers with a deep history of world-class service to the community.
Creating Opportunity for LA Youth
World-Class Facilities
Lulu’s Place will be a dynamic campus that includes a learning lab, an extensive tennis center, and an array of recreation spaces for youth sports programming and public use.
A state-of-the-art Learning Lab
to introduce students to new academic and career pathways, provide unique learning experiences in STEAM, and prepare students for college and success. Thanks to a collaboration with the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, the learning lab will be built on St. Bernard’s High School campus and open to all youth in the community.
A top-tier tennis center for all levels
from beginner “short courts” that accommodate young children to tournament-style courts with spectator viewing areas.
Sports and recreation facilities
including soccer and baseball fields, basketball and pickleball courts, running paths, a community garden, a dog park and a playground to promote active lifestyles for all ages and interests.
Philanthropic Partners
We are grateful for our founding donors — the Kimmelman Family Foundation and its partners the USTA and the TGR Foundation — along with substantial support from several leading institutions and foundations:
