By Chris Oddo | @Thefanchild | Wednesday 6 February 2025
Coco Gauff is using her price money to do well in the world. The American had given a $ 100,000 donation to provide scholarships to historically black students of the College and University (HBCU) playing competitive tennis.
“We are very grateful to Coco Gauff for its generous gift $ 100,000 for UNCF, which will significantly affect the lives of HBCU students aspiring to shine in competitive tennis,” said Maurice E. Jenkins, Jr. and main development official ,, UNCF. “Its engagement not only shows its commitment to education and athletics, but also inspires the next generation of students-Atlets to pursue their dreams. This gift strengthens the importance of supporting our new leaders and ensuring that they have resources needed to succeed in court. “
The Coco Gauff Scholarship Program will be administered by UNCF and scholarships will be given to qualified students who play competitive tennis starting in May. The details will come to UNCF.org/scholarships.
Coco 👏🏾gauff 👏🏾 One of the newest donors of the main gifts in UNCF history!
@Cocogauff Continues to make history in court and outside the court! Her $ 100,000 to UNCF will affect the lives of HBCU students aspiring to shine in competitive tennis. Thank you, Coco! #Bhm Pic.twitter.com/Obfxc7bs0a
– UNCF (@Uncf) 4 February 2025
“My family has a deep -rooted story with HBCU, going back to my big, big grandfather,” Guff said in a statement. “From the aunts and uncles to the cousins, HBCUS has played a major role in shaping who we are. Supporting UNCF in creating opportunities for tennis students means a lot to me.
“As a new black athlete, I understand how influential it is to see people who look like me in both sports and education. I want to help the next generation of students-athletes continue to follow the passion of their tennis as they reach their academic goals. bright forward. “
Gauff supported other causes in 2025. Earlier this year, Gauff joined the New Basketball Investment Group 3-in-3 incomparable League in January.
“My dad always wanted me to follow his footsteps and play basketball. Haha forgive my dad, but that’s as close as he will get,” Guff wrote when the news broke. “With all seriousness, I am very grateful to get the opportunity to raise women’s sports and I am very excited to join the @unrivaledwbb family! I can’t wait to watch.”
According to Forbes, Gauff Gafff recorded the third highest season of profit ever for a female athlete. Its 3.4 estimated $ has only been exceeded by Naomi Osaka and Serena Williams.
