Chevron Shoot-out for STEM Scholars

Pebble Beach Golf Links Thursday, September 26, 2019 Holes 1-2-3-17 and a juniors-only closest to the pin chip shot Format Modified Scotch alternate-shot format.  Each team plays alternate shot to completion of hole. Final hole (17 ½) is closest to the pin chip shot by the junior golfers only. Scholarship Purse Total purse: $100,000 ($20,000 […]

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Partners

Founding Trustees Featured Partner Trustees Since our inception, Trustees have provided resources that allow First Tee to successfully advance our mission. Trustees make a significant impact on our ability to provide strategic direction to our growing network of 150 chapters, as well as curriculum enhancements, technology innovations, ongoing research, continuing adult education for coaches and […]

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The importance of service 

A study published last year by researchers at the University of Texas shows adolescents who volunteer in their communities are less likely to experience anxiety or behavioral issues and more likely to be very healthy.  Those are just a few reasons you may want to talk to your child or teen about giving back in […]

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First Tee empowers 24 teenage girls through weeklong Academy made possible by John Deere

The national “Drive Your Future” event, held in San Francisco October 5-9, reinforces the organization’s commitment to empowering girls   San Francisco – (October 2, 2023) – Twenty-four girls, ages 14-18, from First Tee chapters across the country are attending First Tee Drive Your Future Academy presented by John Deere in San Francisco, October 5-9. The […]

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USGA and First Tee award 2023 IDEA grants to local youth programs

LIBERTY CORNER, N.J., and PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. (Oct. 4, 2023) – The USGA is awarding its latest round of IDEA (inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility) grants to 27 First Tee chapters across America, building upon a longstanding commitment to create a more accessible game and impact communities through golf. From supporting chapters in major […]

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Alumna Karla Trevino Shares the Impact First Tee — Greater Dallas had on her Journey of Constant Growth

A mantra I live by is when one door closes, it’s because it wasn’t meant for me. When I am redirected, I’m reminded that this is where I’m supposed to be. At 13, if you would have told me I would be playing golf I wouldn’t have believed it. Luckily enough, I was unknowingly signed […]

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Seventy-Two Teens to Attend First Tee Game Changers Academy in Philadelphia

 APGA golfer and First Tee alumnus Marcus Byrd and diverse leaders from the sports industry to kick off the weeklong event facilitating critical conversations around issues of race and equality PONTE VEDRA, Fla. (July 18, 2023) − First Tee, a youth development organization that teaches life skills and helps kids and teens build their strength […]

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Privacy Policy Updated 2023 – Chapter

This is the Privacy Policy of [______insert chapter name ________], a [_______] not for profit corporation (collectively, with PGA TOUR First Tee Foundation, Inc. (“First Tee Headquarters”), “First Tee,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) governing the collection and use of information (i) provided by you through this website located at FirstTee.org and any other websites, mobile […]

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The Toro Company Extends 25-Year Commitment to First Tee, Continuing Support of Diversity Efforts

PONTE VEDRA, Fla. and BLOOMINGTON, Minn., Feb. 13, 2023 –The Toro Company (NYSE: TTC), a global innovator in turf and landscape maintenance, is extending its longtime commitment to First Tee®, a nonprofit that helps young people develop character and life skills through golf. Supporting the nonprofit youth development organization since 1998, the extension will include […]

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Drivers of Change

First Tee is honored to be supported by our Trustee, Accenture, in our mission to empower young people through the game of golf. Through our partnership, we can share the success stories of the program participants and acknowledge the impact First Tee alumni have on their communities.  Through the Drivers of Change program select First […]

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First Tee Scholar Becky Jones.

Mentors Make the Difference: Scholar Becky Jones Shares How Her Mentor Guides Her as she Navigates College 

It’s National Mentorship Month! And we truly believe that mentors can make all the difference for kids as they face new challenges – from navigating middle or high school to eventually embarking on a career. That’s why we’re proud to pair every First Tee Scholar with a mentor to help them along their journey.  First […]

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Topgolf Callaway Brands and First Tee Expand Partnership to Reach More Young People from All Backgrounds

The organizations build on a shared commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and empowering young people PONTE VEDRA, FLA. and CARLSBAD, Calif., Dec. 13, 2022 – First Tee®, a youth development organization that helps kids and teens build their strength of character through golf, and Topgolf Callaway Brands Corp. (NYSE: MODG) (the “Company” or “Topgolf […]

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