More Than a Sports Program for Kids & Teens
The First Tee is an international youth development organization introducing the game of golf and its inherent values to young people. Through after school and in school programs, we help shape the lives of young people from all walks of life by reinforcing values like integrity, respect and perseverance through the game of golf. And it’s making a difference. Our research-proven programs are having a positive impact on participants, their families and their communities.
By the Numbers
| 7.6 Million | participants reached since 1997 | |
| 12,000 | volunteers actively engaged | |
| 5,300 | elementary schools offering The First Tee National School Program during the 2012-2013 school year | |
| 50 | U.S. states offering The First Tee programming | |
| 5 | international locations offering The First Tee programming |
Founding Partners
The following founding partners play a key role in creating awareness and providing support for The First Tee and our youth development goals:
- Ladies Professional Golf Association
- Masters Tournament
- PGA of America
- PGA TOUR
- United States Golf Association
- Corporate Founding Partner – Shell Oil Company
- Legacy Partner - Johnson & Johnson
In addition, former President George W. Bush serves as Honorary Chair. He succeeds his father, former President George H. W. Bush, who served as The First Tee’s honorary chair since the organization’s inception in 1997 and is now Honorary Chair Emeritus.
