Making a Difference

At First Tee we strive to not only make good golfers, but better people. Participants and alumni across the country talk about what First Tee means to them, how the program has influenced them and how they plan to give back. In this blog, you will find out why golf is truly different than other sports by seeing it through the eyes of our participants and mentors who make our mission a reality.

The Power of Mentorship
| By Andrew J. Masterson
Categories: Blog, Character Education, Mentoring

If there are any silver linings to this pandemic, it’s been the coaches and mentors who have stepped up going above and beyond for our participants. The events of 2020 have reinforced the need for programs like First Tee that lift up, support and empower kids to stand strong and grow during challe...

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First Tee Gives Thanks
| By Andrew J. Masterson
Categories: Blog, Character Education

When 2020 kicked off, we had so much to look forward to this year as a network. We set goals, made plans and had big dreams for the year ahead. Then March hit. Like for many others, the pandemic has brought its fair share of challenges – cancelled events, programs and trainings – but with &h...

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TruGreen Supports First Tee College Scholarship Program, Opening Doors to the Next Generation of Scientific Leaders
| By Austin Williams
Categories: Blog, Character Education, News Releases

Program to provide educational opportunities for the youth of First Tee looking to integrate their passions into science-based careers MEMPHIS, Tenn. (October 13, 2020) – TruGreen, the nation’s leading lawn care provider, and First Tee, a youth development organization using golf as a catalyst f...

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