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This year we introduced the inaugural TFT Major Championship Series. This 4 tournament series will surround the PGA Tour’s 4 Major tournaments and have our participants compete at our various golf locations. On Sunday, April 28th, the Spring Shootout, the first leg of the series, was held at W...

As you know, a good practice area is imperative to improving one’s game. We are happy to announce we are in the process of renovating the practice facility at Walnut Lane Golf Club. As you can see, the area needed an appropriate area for our kids to practice and grow their games. The area will &he...

The  2019 Leaders and Achievers Gala was a wonderful success.  We far exceeded our fundraising goals and raised $175,000. Thank you, Chubb and Accenture, for your continued support and Eagle Sponsorship. Last night was a special evening for everyone. Hearing the transformational impact The First...

ABOUT This three-day competition gives two participants from 12 different First Tee chapters an opportunity to play at the Quail Creek Country Club and the Flamingo Island in Naples during the Chubb Classic. Competition Format During the 2019 event, 24 participants played a total of nine holes durin...

Lilly Pulitzer hosted a Shop & Share at their King of Prussia Mall location showcasing their new golf line. 10% of all proceeds benefitted The First Tee of Greater Philadelphia! Thank you, Lilly, for your tremendous support! ABOUT Lilly Pulitzer More than fifty years ago, a wave of pioneering p...

We thank The Ellis A. Gimbel Trust for their partnership with The First Tee in making a difference in the lives of many visually impaired underprivileged young people in the Philadelphia community.  The First Tee and golf for underprivileged children provides an entertainment outlet for the childre...

Golf equipment donations are an essential aspect of our fundraising for our programs. The clubs directly support our programs and those participants in need of equipment. Thanks again to AMETEK, Inc. for all the wonderful club donations. Special thanks to Ron Oscher, Ametek Chief Administrative Off...