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First Tee is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with the stated goal of improving children's life skills through golf lessons.<ref>{{Cite web |title=PGA TOUR First Tee Foundation Inc - GuideStar Profile |url=https://www.guidestar.org/profile/83-4186070 |access-date=2024-06-14 |website=www.guidestar.org}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Pga Tour First Tee Foundation {{!}} Ponte Vedra Beach, FL {{!}} Cause IQ |url=https://www.causeiq.com/organizations/pga-tour-first-tee-foundation,834186070/ |access-date=2024-06-14 |website=www.causeiq.com}}</ref> Based in [[Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida|Ponta Vedra Beach, Florida]], the organization claims to teach more than 3.6 million youth annually through programs across the country and internationally.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Sharma |first=Aryan |date=2024-02-25 |title=Capital One’s The Match 2024: Exploring This Years ‘First Tee’ Charity Event |url=https://www.essentiallysports.com/golf-news-capital-ones-the-match-twenty-twenty-four-exploring-this-years-first-tee-charity-event-pga-tour/ |access-date=2024-06-14 |website=EssentiallySports |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Loberstein |first=Adam |title=80 First Tee teens selected for PGA TOUR Champions' PURE Insurance Championship impacting First Tee at Pebble Beach |url=https://www.pgatour.com/article/news/impact/2023/07/10/80-first-tee-teens-selected-for-pga-tour-champions-pure-insurance-championship-impacting-first-tee-at-pebble-beach |access-date=2024-06-14 |website=www.pgatour.com |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2016-05-13 |title=Youth golf classes offered at Blue Heron Golf Course through First Tee Foundation |url=https://www.valleyrecord.com/sports/youth-golf-classes-offered-at-blue-heron-golf-course-through-first-tee-foundation/ |access-date=2024-06-14 |website=Snoqualmie Valley Record |language=en-US}}</ref>
{{Advert|date=April 2019}}

PGA TOUR First Tee Foundation “First Tee” is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that exists to enable kids to build the strength of character that empowers them through a lifetime of new challenges. By seamlessly integrating the game of golf with life skills curriculum, First Tee creates learning experiences that build inner strength, self-confidence, and resilience that kids carry to everything they do. First Tee reaches more than 3.6 million youth annually through programs delivered at chapter program locations, in schools and at youth centers across the country and select international locations. PGA TOUR Commissioner Jay Monahan serves as Chairman of the Board of Governors which is comprised of business leaders who have a connection to and passion for First Tee’s mission.
[[PGA Tour]] commissioner [[Jay Monahan]] serves as chairman of the board of governors, which is composed of business leaders.<ref>{{Cite web |title=PGA TOUR About the Commissioner |url=https://www.pgatour.com/company/about-the-commissioner |access-date=2024-06-14 |website=www.pgatour.com |language=en}}</ref> Former President [[George W. Bush]] serves as the honorary chair; he succeeded his father, former [[George H. W. Bush|President George H. W. Bush]], who served from 1997 to 2010.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2013-10-28 |title=President George W. Bush: The First Tee's Honorary Chair Talks to Golf Channel |url=https://firsttee.org/2013/10/28/george-w-bush-tees-honorary-chair/ |access-date=2020-11-10 |website=First Tee |language=en-US}}</ref>


==History==
==History==
First Tee was founded in 1997.<ref>{{Cite web |title=The First Tee: ‘There’s an opportunity here right now’ |url=https://www.golfdigest.com/story/the-first-tee-theres-an-opportunity-here-right-now-john-feinstein |access-date=2024-06-14 |website=GolfDigest.com |language=en}}</ref> Started by PGA Tour Commissioner [[Tim Finchem]], the organization began as a partnership among the PGA Tour, [[Professional Golfers' Association of America|PGA of America]], [[LPGA]], [[United States Golf Association|USGA]], and the Masters Tournament Foundation.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Brown |first=Clifton |date=1997-11-14 |title=GOLF; Golf's Leading Groups Start an Ambitious Expansion Project |url=https://www.nytimes.com/1997/11/14/sports/golf-golf-s-leading-groups-start-an-ambitious-expansion-project.html |access-date=2024-06-14 |work=The New York Times |language=en-US |issn=0362-4331}}</ref>
First Tee was established by the [[World Golf Foundation]] <ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.worldgolffoundation.org/overviewfirsttee.aspx |title=First Tee Overview - a World Golf Foundation Initiative |publisher=Worldgolffoundation.org |date= |accessdate=2010-09-13}}</ref> in November 1997 as a non-profit organization [[501(c)(3) organization|501(c)(3)]]. The initial focus was on creating affordable access for those not previously exposed to the game of golf. It has since broadened its focus to that of a youth development organization that teaches life skills using golf as a platform.<ref>{{cite web|last=Poe |first=Barry |url=http://www.siouxcityjournal.com/sports/golf/amateur/article_4e365d79-f2f7-5e82-bdba-d45b7ba19263.html |title=First Tee: More than just a game |publisher=Siouxcityjournal.com |date=2010-06-23 |accessdate=2010-09-13}}</ref> Former President [[George H. W. Bush|George H.W. Bush]] served as honorary chairman from 1997-2010 at which he moved to an emeritus role. In 2011, his son and former President [[George W. Bush]] stepped into the role and became the honorary chairman.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.golfweek.com/news/2011/feb/18/george-w-bush-be-honorary-chair-first-tee/|title=Golf Week |publisher=Golf Week |date= |accessdate=2011-02-18}}</ref>


In 2019, First Tee made the transition to a new nonprofit entity, PGA Tour First Tee Foundation.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Smits |first=Garry |title=Arthur Blank Family Foundation, PGA Tour Superstores make $9.5 million grant to First Tee |url=https://www.jacksonville.com/story/sports/golf/2020/09/24/falcons-owner-arthur-blank-pga-tour-superstores-make-first-tee-grant/3522203001/ |access-date=2024-06-14 |website=The Florida Times-Union |language=en-US}}</ref> First Tee has featured in the [[PURE Insurance Championship]], a [[PGA Tour Champions]] event played annually in September at the [[Pebble Beach Golf Links]] and Poppy Hills Golf Club in California.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Ferguson |first=Janice |date=2023-09-22 |title=Pebble Beach Is Hosting Another Coveted Pro-Am This Week, With an Eye on Future Stars |url=https://www.si.com/golf/news/pebble-beach-another-coveted-pro-am-future-stars-pga-tour-champions |access-date=2024-06-14 |website=Sports Illustrated |language=en-us}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-09-25 |title=Learning from the pros at the PURE Insurance Open impacting First Tee at Pebble Beach |url=https://www.golfpass.com/travel-advisor/articles/learning-from-the-pros-pure-insurance-open-first-tee-pebble-beach |access-date=2024-06-14 |website=Golf Advisor |language=en}}</ref>
First Tee has three primary channels of delivering its programming: a network of approximately 150 chapters delivering programs at golf program locations; First Tee National School Program which introduces golf to elementary age students through physical education classes; and First Tee DRiVE, an after school program delivered by trained leaders at other youth service locations like [[YMCA]] and [[Boys & Girls Clubs of America|Boys and Girls Clubs]].


==Chapters==
==Demographics==
The participants of First Tee are children aged five to 18, with participants progressing through the program over time.<ref>{{Cite web |title=The First Tee |url=https://www.palmergolf.com/the-first-tee |access-date=2024-06-14 |website=palmergolf |language=en}}</ref> Although the individual cost of participation is unclear, First Tee offers full scholarships and reduced fee programming for those with financial need.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Team |first=WLKY Digital |date=2024-06-09 |title=Students awarded scholarships at George 'G.G.' Johnson Golf Tournament |url=https://www.wlky.com/article/louisville-students-scholarships-first-tee-george-gg-johnson-golf-tournament/61047825 |access-date=2024-06-14 |website=WLKY |language=en}}</ref>
First Tee chapters give kids ages 5-18 a safe place to grow with coaches trained to create supportive environments and who help them navigate challenges during golf lessons but more importantly, off the course. Participants progress through the program over time, deepening their understanding of life skills and golf development. The integrated approach helps them build confidence and resilience skills over time. More than 400 PGA & LPGA teaching professionals and 15,000 volunteers come together around the idea of helping kids develop character through First Tee.

Chapters offer full scholarships or reduced fee programming for those with financial need.

==Participant Opportunities==
Teens who want to take their First Tee experience to the next level have the opportunity to participate in national leadership events. These events inspire and encourage teens on a deeper level. From being mentored by PGA TOUR Champions players at Pebble Beach to an all-girl event sponsored by John Deere, the national participant events often become life-changing experiences for participants to expand their horizons, meet new people and learn more about themselves.

The PURE Insurance Championship Impacting the First Tee is one of the national participant events. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity is for First Tee teen participants to meet, play and be mentored by PGA TOUR Champions players and amateurs from the business world. This PGA TOUR Champions event is played annually in September at the iconic Pebble Beach Golf Links and Poppy Hills Golf Club and is televised nationally on the Golf Channel.

PURE Insurance became the title sponsor of this incredible event in 2017. Prior to that Nature Valley served as the title sponsor from 2011-2016; Home Care & Hospice in 2010, it went unsponsored in 2009; and Walmart served as the title sponsor from 2004-2008.

== First Tee College Scholarship Program==
First Tee launched an enhanced College Scholarship Program in 2020. This program extends First Tee's impact to alumni by providing support throughout their post-graduate career. Scholars are paired with a dedicated, trained adult mentor who help encourage and guide them throughout the college experience, including virtual and in-person meetups. The program also provides scholarships up to $5,000 per year for four years, plus professional development workshops held in-person throughout the year. In addition, scholars receive assistance with internships and full-time employment placement post-graduation.
Since 2003, First Tee has provided more than $10.6 million in scholarships to help fund participants’ education.


== First Tee School Program ==
== First Tee School Program ==
Since 2004, First Tee claims to have trained educators at more than 10,000 elementary schools to teach [[physical education]] courses.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Admin |title=The First Tee Offers Golf, Life Lessons to Next Generation |url=https://myrtlebeachgolf.com/news/the-first-tee-offers-golf-life-lessons-to-next-generation/ |access-date=2024-06-14 |website=Myrtle Beach Golf |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Federal Hill Preparatory Academy |url=https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/o/federalhill/page/first-tee |access-date=2024-06-14 |website=www.baltimorecityschools.org |language=en}}</ref>
Since 2004, First Tee has been integrating our program into PE classes in schools across the country. First Tee has trained educators at more than 10,000 elementary schools across the nation to teach First Tee curriculum, expanding its impact by integrating life skills and values with the game of golf and motor skills.
==See also==

[[Walter Morgan (golfer)]]
This program aligns with national physical education standards developed by the Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE) and is designed to allow physical educators the ability to adjust lessons to fit their specific teaching situations in terms of class size, time, and facility type.

First Tee and it’s chapters work with the school to identify funding opportunities, such as sponsors or donations.


== First Tee Community Program ==
First Tee Community Program is a fun, engaging opportunity for kids to learn the game of golf and core values at their local youth center. The program partners with youth centers like the YMCA and Boys and Girls Club to bring the program to life and introduce golf using games that are flexible to the ages and abilities of the kids involved.

The Community Program gives youth development professionals and volunteer leaders the tools to get started. It adapts to any setting, class time, and class size. First Tee provides training, equipment and lesson plans. Youth leaders also have access to First Tee’s online community for additional support, resources, and connection with peers.

== Safety==
First Tee and its chapters are committed to having a safe and welcoming environment for everyone involved in the organization. As part of their commitment, all employees, coaches and volunteers are required to complete a background check before working with youth participants. Plus, all employees, coaches, volunteers, and board members are required to complete the SafeSport training program.


== References ==
== References ==
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Latest revision as of 19:58, 25 November 2024

First Tee is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with the stated goal of improving children's life skills through golf lessons.[1][2] Based in Ponta Vedra Beach, Florida, the organization claims to teach more than 3.6 million youth annually through programs across the country and internationally.[3][4][5]

PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan serves as chairman of the board of governors, which is composed of business leaders.[6] Former President George W. Bush serves as the honorary chair; he succeeded his father, former President George H. W. Bush, who served from 1997 to 2010.[7]

History

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First Tee was founded in 1997.[8] Started by PGA Tour Commissioner Tim Finchem, the organization began as a partnership among the PGA Tour, PGA of America, LPGA, USGA, and the Masters Tournament Foundation.[9]

In 2019, First Tee made the transition to a new nonprofit entity, PGA Tour First Tee Foundation.[10] First Tee has featured in the PURE Insurance Championship, a PGA Tour Champions event played annually in September at the Pebble Beach Golf Links and Poppy Hills Golf Club in California.[11][12]

Demographics

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The participants of First Tee are children aged five to 18, with participants progressing through the program over time.[13] Although the individual cost of participation is unclear, First Tee offers full scholarships and reduced fee programming for those with financial need.[14]

First Tee School Program

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Since 2004, First Tee claims to have trained educators at more than 10,000 elementary schools to teach physical education courses.[15][16]

See also

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Walter Morgan (golfer)

References

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  1. ^ "PGA TOUR First Tee Foundation Inc - GuideStar Profile". www.guidestar.org. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  2. ^ "Pga Tour First Tee Foundation | Ponte Vedra Beach, FL | Cause IQ". www.causeiq.com. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  3. ^ Sharma, Aryan (2024-02-25). "Capital One's The Match 2024: Exploring This Years 'First Tee' Charity Event". EssentiallySports. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  4. ^ Loberstein, Adam. "80 First Tee teens selected for PGA TOUR Champions' PURE Insurance Championship impacting First Tee at Pebble Beach". www.pgatour.com. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  5. ^ "Youth golf classes offered at Blue Heron Golf Course through First Tee Foundation". Snoqualmie Valley Record. 2016-05-13. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  6. ^ "PGA TOUR About the Commissioner". www.pgatour.com. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  7. ^ "President George W. Bush: The First Tee's Honorary Chair Talks to Golf Channel". First Tee. 2013-10-28. Retrieved 2020-11-10.
  8. ^ "The First Tee: 'There's an opportunity here right now'". GolfDigest.com. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  9. ^ Brown, Clifton (1997-11-14). "GOLF; Golf's Leading Groups Start an Ambitious Expansion Project". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  10. ^ Smits, Garry. "Arthur Blank Family Foundation, PGA Tour Superstores make $9.5 million grant to First Tee". The Florida Times-Union. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  11. ^ Ferguson, Janice (2023-09-22). "Pebble Beach Is Hosting Another Coveted Pro-Am This Week, With an Eye on Future Stars". Sports Illustrated. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  12. ^ "Learning from the pros at the PURE Insurance Open impacting First Tee at Pebble Beach". Golf Advisor. 2023-09-25. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  13. ^ "The First Tee". palmergolf. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  14. ^ Team, WLKY Digital (2024-06-09). "Students awarded scholarships at George 'G.G.' Johnson Golf Tournament". WLKY. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  15. ^ Admin. "The First Tee Offers Golf, Life Lessons to Next Generation". Myrtle Beach Golf. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  16. ^ "Federal Hill Preparatory Academy". www.baltimorecityschools.org. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
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