Why Golf?

Experiences are our greatest teacher. First Tee believes in developing the ones that are just as fun as they are meaningful, where kids feel excited to grow, safe to fail, and better equipped for whatever comes their way next. Through our personal growth and junior golf programs, we see kids’ build self confidence, inspiring more active participation in leadership opportunities and events, community involvement, and college scholarships.

About the Program

At First Tee, we believe that helping young people build strength of character is fundamental to success in life. Our active learning experiences are all about ensuring young people build inner strength, self-confidence and resilience, so when they face new challenges they are equipped to overcome them.

Going beyond our core programs, the enhanced First Tee College Scholarship Program is designed to provide further support, life skill development and mentorship of our alumni through their journey. Higher education continues to be a critical factor in unlocking opportunities for young people to thrive, and First Tee is committed to their success.

First Tee College Scholarship Program supports selected alumni throughout their college career. The need and merit-based program provides scholarships up to $5,000 per year, renewable for up to four years of college admission. The program also provides professional development workshops, access to internships and full-time employment placement post-graduation. One of the key factors of the program is pairing Scholars with a dedicated adult mentor who will help encourage and guide them throughout the four years.

The program is open to graduating high school seniors planning to attend college the following year. Applicants must be active members of First Tee chapters and will be considered based on financial need, academic performance, chapter involvement, volunteerism and other criteria.

2024 Scholars Class

Stephen Boyd
First Tee — Central Coast
Santa Clara University

Mariana Montemoyer
First Tee — Central Coast
Santa Clara University

Jessica Cho
First Tee — Central Coast
Santa Clara University

Stephen Boyd
First Tee — Central Coast
Santa Clara University

Mariana Montemoyer
First Tee — Central Coast
Santa Clara University

Jessica Cho
First Tee — Central Coast
Santa Clara University

Scholars Class of 2023

 

Christian Bonvisuto

First Tee — Connecticut
University of Connecticut

 

 

 

 

Jerimiah Brown

First Tee — Greater Philadelphia
Catholic University

 

 

 

Enrico Diaz

First Tee — San Francisco
DePaul University