$23.7M in expenses

First tee curriculum seamlessly integrates life skills with golf skills to build positive social, emotional and character traits in young people, which is learned through the golf context and translated to everyday life, including school. Coaches, teachers and youth leaders receive multi-year training and leadership development to deliver the curriculum, which takes place on golf courses, in schools and through after-school partner locations. In addition, the first tee offers educational opportunities and professional development for chapter staff, volunteer board leaders and teachers. First tee also hosts national event opportunities for selected chapter youth participants to enhance their leadership, understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion, and life skills.

$654K in expenses

First tee college scholarship program is available to high school seniors who are active in the first tee and excel in academics, leadership, character development, community and have demonstrated financial need to attend college. As part of the program, students are paired with an adult mentor throughout their college experience and are provided professional development and resources. Scholars receive financial support up to $5,000 per year, renewable for four years based on the student's performance. Students select the college they would like to attend, and the financial support is paid directly to the institution of the recipient's choice.