2024 National Opportunity Schedule & Info

Hard copy applications must be submitted by the Chapter Application Deadline and approved prior to submitting an online application.
Return completed applications to our Director of Programming, Ron Castillo, at [email protected].
Minimum eligibility requirements apply.

First Tee College Scholarship Program

This program awards participants who excel in academics, leadership, character development, and chapter and community involvement. Thanks to generous donors, First Tee is proud to offer up to a $20,000 scholarship, mentoring throughout the college experience, professional development workshops, and assistance in securing internships and jobs through the First Tee College Scholarship Program. Learn more
Chapter Application Deadline: Wednesday, February 28th
First Tee HQ Application Deadline: Wednesday, March 13th
Event Date: N/A
Event Location: N/A
Number of Participants Selected: TBD
CLICK HERE to download application

First Tee Future Entrepreneurs presented by Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo is committed to community organizations like First Tee that help create a brighter future for young people. In its inaugural year, the First Tee Entrepreneurs presented by Wells Fargo celebrates promising First Tee alumni going to attend or from Historically Black College and Universities (HBCUs) and provides them an opportunity for mentorship, networking, personal, and professional development. Learn more
Chapter Application Deadline: Wednesday, February 21st
First Tee HQ Application Deadline: Wednesday, March 6th
Event Date: Wednesday, May 7th – Friday, May 10th
Event Location: Charlotte, NC
Number of Participants Selected: 3 (alumni only)
CLICK HERE to download application

First Tee Leadership Academy in partnership with PGA TOUR Superstore

First Tee Leadership Academy builds on the 5-week Leadership Series and provides selected teens insight on how successful team perform. The curriculum explores leadership concepts focusing on building, leading, supporting, and assessing teams through innovation and advocacy. This activity-based workshop will be facilitated by leaders from the Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta United, Mercedes Benz Stadium, and Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation. Learn more
Application Release Date: Wednesday, March 6th
Chapter Application Deadline: Wednesday, April 3rd
First Tee HQ Application Deadline: Wednesday, April 17th
Event Date: Monday, June 17th – Saturday, June 22nd
Event Location: Atlanta, GA
Number of Participants Selected: Up to 48

First Tee National Championship

The First Tee National Championship will bring together First Tee’s elite players for an opportunity to showcase how the program has helped build the strength of character needed to play at the collegiate or next level. The winners of each male/female division will be awarded with the Tattersall Cup named after First Tee Trustee, Fred Tattersall. Each winner will also earn an exemption into the PGA TOUR Champions’ PURE Insurance Championship Impacting the First Tee at Pebble Beach Golf Links. Learn more
Chapter Application Deadline: Wednesday, March 6th
First Tee HQ Application Deadline: Wednesday, March 20th
Event Date: Sunday, June 23rd – Thursday, June 27th
Event Location: Clemson, SC
Number of Participants Selected: 48
CLICK HERE to download application

First Tee Game Changers Academy Honoring Joe Louis Barrow, Jr.

Participants selected to attend this five-day learning and empowerment academy will participate in important conversations around issues of identity, racism, diversity, equity and inclusion. RISE (Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality), a national leader in the sports community championing social justice and working to improve race relations, will facilitate engaging and interactive workshops paired with introspective activities and reflections led by our nationally trained First Tee coaches. The Academy builds throughout the week into a final outreach project in collaboration with DE&I leadership in the local host community. Learn more
Chapter Application Deadline: Wednesday, March 6th
First Tee HQ Application Deadline: Wednesday, March 20th
Event Date: Tuesday, July 9th – Saturday, July 13th
Event Location: Minneapolis, MN
Number of Participants Selected: Up to 72
CLICK HERE to download application

Participant Advisory Council

The purpose of the Participant Advisory Council (PAC) is to advise First Tee Headquarters’ decision-makers on matters pertinent to First Tee participants. It is critical for youth to be heard, and as such, in this space within the PAC, we will be creating opportunities for youth to express themselves, voice their ideas, and provide input for projects or programs that will impact the experience of all First Tee participants. The PAC will consist of a diverse group of 8 current First Tee participants, along with 2 alumni who will serve as advisors for the program. Learn More
Chapter Application Deadline: Wednesday, March 6th
First Tee HQ Application Deadline: Wednesday, March 20th
Event Date: Tuesday, July 22nd – Thursday, July 24th
Event Location: Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
Number of Participants Selected: 8
CLICK HERE to download application

First Tee Leadership Summit in partnership with PGA TOUR Superstore

This all-encompassing experience is being designed to strengthen their leadership skills in dynamic situations, preparing them to transfer those skills to other scenarios they will face in the future. They will also emerge empowered to understand and become environmental stewards through participation in distinctive outdoor experiences. They’ll have the unforgettable backdrop of West Creek Ranch in Montana where they’ll take part in interactive workshops and outdoor leadership and team-building activities. First Tee’s core competencies of building character, self-confidence and resilience will be a part of the experience, combined with a robust curriculum of leadership and professional development. Learn more
Application Released: Wednesday, March 6th
Chapter Application Deadline: Wednesday, April 3rd
First Tee HQ Application Deadline: Wednesday, April 17th
Event Date: Session I: Monday, August 5th – Friday, August 9th; Session II: Monday, August 12th – Friday, August 16th
Event Location: Emigrant, MT
Number of Participants Selected: 20 attend each session (40 total)

PURE Insurance Championship Impacting First Tee

An official PGA TOUR Champions event at Pebble Beach Golf Links, the tournament pairs top participants from The First Tee with a PGA TOUR Champions player and amateurs. To be selected, juniors are measured in both golf ability and life skills knowledge. The tournament is televised on Golf Channel. Learn More
Chapter Application Deadline: Wednesday, March 6th
First Tee HQ Application Deadline: Wednesday, March 20th
Event Date: Tuesday, September 17th – Sunday, September 22nd
Event Location: Pebble Beach, CA
Number of Participants Selected: Up to 81
CLICK HERE to download application

First Tee Drive Your Future Academy presented by John Deere (Girls only)

This all-girls event focuses on learning the value and impact of volunteerism, understanding the significance of values and skills learned through playing the game of golf, and recognizing the importance of building a strong network. The academy will take place in the city of San Francisco, where participants will be immersed in both its historic and modern culture, in addition to participating in workshops and playing golf with new mentors. Learn more
Application Release Date: Wednesday, May 15th
Chapter Application Deadline: Wednesday, July 3rd
First Tee HQ Application Deadline: Wednesday, July 17th
Event Date: Thursday, October 10th – Monday, October 14th
Event Location: Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
Number of Participants Selected: 24

First Tee Innovators Forum

First Tee Innovators Forum sets to empower First Tee teens to develop a meaningful service project in their communities focusing on raising awareness on global issues. Selected participants will have the opportunity to learn from global industry leaders through interactive workshops and small-group breakout sessions. The teens will also be assigned a Global Citizen Year mentor throughout the summit experience in order to apply their newly acquired global perspectives. Learn more 
Chapter Application Deadline: Wednesday, July 3rd
First Tee HQ Application Deadline: Wednesday, July 17th
Event Date: Sunday, November 17th – Thursday, November 21st
Event Location: Phoenix, AZ
Number of Participants Selected: Up to 32
CLICK HERE to download application

First Tee Alumni Summit presented by Gallager

The First Tee Alumni Summit presented by Gallager provides an opportunity for selected alumni to advance their career-building skills while reconnecting with fellow alumni and chapter leaders. Attendees will learn from business leaders, thought leaders, and First Tee Partners on topics including networking, personal branding, and team dynamics. Learn more 
Application Release Date: Wednesday, May 15th
Chapter Application Deadline: Wednesday, July 3rd
First Tee HQ Application Deadline: Wednesday, July 17th
Event Date: Monday, November 18th – Thursday, November 21st
Event Location: Phoenix, AZ
Number of Participants Selected: Up to 20

Additional Resources

• 2024 Eligibility Criteria
• Sample Application
• Sample Golf Resume
• Application Process Webinar