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A three-month intervention focusing on environmental initiatives was carried out, involving 250 tennis club members who completed a questionnaire on social, environmental, and economic dimensions before and after the intervention. Data were analyzed using non-parametric tests and repeated measures ANOVA. The findings indicated a significant improvement in perceptions of environmental responsibility, highlighting the effectiveness of targeted CSR environmental intervention. However, perceptions of economic and social responsibility, as well as trust, remained unchanged. Loyalty was negatively affected. Contrary to the literature, membership duration did not significantly influence CSR perceptions. These results emphasized the importance of designing and effectively communicating CSR initiatives that resonate with member priorities. Sports organizations can leverage such environmental intervention programs to improve their image and align with societal values. 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