At First Tee — Greater Philadelphia, we’re Building Game Changers. Our mission is to impact the lives of young people by providing educational programs that build character, instill life-enhancing values, and promote healthy choices through the game of golf.
45,000 young people served
8 counties
60 trained coaches
25 program locations
105 schools and youth organizations
6,000+ coaching hours
2024 Programs Snapshot
First Tee Program
5 key commitments: Pursuing goals, Growing through challenge, Collaborating with others, Building positive self-identity, Using good judgement.
- 2,400 students
- 42% retention
- 33% teens
- 42% diverse
- 33% female
- 100% high school graduation for students who complete the program
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Caddie Academy
Promoting career readiness by connecting youth to potential employment opportunities at local golf clubs.
- 83 Caddies
- 1,200+ loops completed
- $130,000 earned
- 19 local golf clubs
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Access 2 Golf
Making golf accessible to youth from diverse backgrounds by addressing the transportation barrier.
- 16 partner organizations
- 340 students
- 1,900 meals served
- 88% diverse
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Academic Scholarships
Providing financial assistance for First Tee students enrolled in tuition-based high schools.
- $229,500 awarded
- 38 students
- 18 schools
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