First Tee – Greater Philadelphia celebrated the Grand Opening of the new Michael J. Brown Learning Center at Walnut Lane Golf Club. Back in April, the clubhouse at Walnut Lane began a major 3.3 million dollar renovation. The event was a success, drawing families, community leaders, and supporters to celebrate the addition of this transformative space to the Greater Philadelphia area.
The new facility represents First Tee – Greater Philadelphia’s commitment to fostering youth development and building character in a supportive environment. Complete with a classroom and two indoor golf simulators, the learning center will allow us to provide year-round access to our programs that emphasize the development of life skills.
“This new learning center will transform our ability to teach our programs in a safe and welcoming environment as we continue to reach more youth in Greater Philadelphia,” said Board President, Michael Brown. “Let’s continue to work together to change the lives of kids, one swing at a time.”
Guests enjoyed celebratory festivities including tours of the building, a ribbon-cutting ceremony, and a program featuring the following speakers:
- Board President and building honoree – Michael J. Brown
- CEO – William Hyndman, V
- Board Member – Mike Quick
- Director of Golf, Walnut Lane Golf Club – Kyle Spaulding
- Global Leadership Academy Founder & CEO and First Tee – Greater Philadelphia Board Member – Dr. Naomi Johnson Booker
- Participant – Antonella Ferrer
- 6abc Action News Anchor – Matt O’Donnell
- Councilman Curtis Jones
- Blair Christian Academy Executive Administrator – Kia DeBrady
If you haven’t already, come visit us at the new Michael J. Brown Learning Center at Walnut Lane Golf Club, located at 800 Walnut Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19128. Enjoy a round of golf, learn about our programs, and take a look around the brand new, Game Changing facility!