Mission. To impact the lives of young people by providing educational programs that build character, instill lifeenhancing

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1 More Than a Game

2 Mission To impact the lives of young people by providing educational programs that build character, instill lifeenhancing values and promotes healthy choices through through the game of golf.

The First Tee Nationally Founded in 1997 as an initiative of The World Golf Foundation Estimated 175 Chapters world wide 1,080 First Tee Program Locations - Green Grass Facilities 3 International

3 The First Tee Nationally Founded in 1997 as an initiative of The World Golf Foundation Estimated 175 Chapters world wide 1,080 First Tee Program Locations - Green Grass Facilities 3 International Chapters 12 millon young people reached since ,000 Chapter Volunteers 8,000 Elementary Schools 3,700 Active Coaches 700 Youth Partner Locations (Boys and Girls Clubs, YMCA s, after school programs) 48% Ethnic Diversity 38% Female Participation

4 The First Tee of Greater Chicago Founded by Kemper Sports in 2000 to provide junior golf programs at Chicago Park District golf facilities. The Chapter is a non-profit 501c3 organization funded through individual, corporate and foundation contributions Serves the greater Metropolitan area including Cook, DuPage, Lake and Will Counties Reaching 50,000 youth on an annual basis 20 Golf Course seasonal program locations 78 youth development organizations partnerships 95 National School Programs 20 Green Grass Program Site Locations 57 Active Coaches 2017 USGA Player for life Award ACE Chapter Designation by The First Tee National Organization Golf Digest Junior Achievement Award 2012

5 Nine Core Values Honesty Integrity Judgment Respect Responsibility Confidence Courtesy Perseverance Sportsmanship

6 Nine Healthy Habits Energy Play Safety Vision Mind Family Friend School Community

7 Programs and Services The First Tee programs are offered at golf course facilities, elementary school programs, in summer camps, afterschool programs through youth development organizations. The First Tee provides programming for groups and organizations serving youth with special needs. Fees are nominal for all participants and scholarships available to any family with financial need

8 Programs and Services Life Skills Curriculum separates The First Tee from other junior golf programs Curriculum based on established educational and psychological principles for positive youth development Participants progress through levels and demonstrate proficiency in golf and understanding life skill lessons

9 Player Development Player Level - Introduces playing the game with emphasis on the code of conduct, appreciating the rules and ettiquette of the game. Par Level Emphasis on interpersonal communication and self-management skills Birdie Level Focus on goal setting and resilience skills Eagle Level Conflict resolution skills and planning for the future Ace Level Developing as individuals while giving back to the community and setting goals for life

10 Safety and child protection is at the forefront of every program session. Instruction 57 Certified First Tee Coaches instruct programs and serve as positive mentors and role models Average Teacher to Student ratio 1 to 6 Coaches are trained through a Nationally Certified Program, many are PGA Professsionals Volunteers support all programs The First Tee Junior Coaches serve as mentors and role models to the beginning players

11 Ethnicity and Gender 30 % African American 46 % Caucasian 14% Latino 5 % Multi-Racial 52 % Male 48 % Female

12 Special Opportunities Stem Golf Programs PGA Jr. Leagues, Drive Chip and Putt events, Host of Regional TFT event, Mini- Masters and many other competitive and non-competitive playing opportunities Leadership events offered locally and nationally PwC Financial Literacy, John Deere Careers on Course, Healthy Habits Camp, Executive Women Golf Association Mentor program, PGA TOUR Events Mentoring Programs College and High School Golf Teams Summer job opportunities include: caddying, golf course internships and Jr. Coaching positions Honors Academic success National recognition for A/B Honor

13 2017 Program Locations Chicago Park District 7 Facilities Canal Shores, Evanston (Golf Practice) Cog Hill Golf Club, Lemont Barrington Park District (NEW) Bonniebrook GC, Waukegan Park District Greenshire GC, Waukegan Park District Countryside GC, Lake County Forest Preserve Brae Loch GC, Lake County Forest Preserve Harborside International GC, Chicago Port Authority Mooseheart City (NEW) Glenwoodie GC, Glenwood Park District Salt Creek (New) Northmoor Country Club Renwood GC, Round Lake Buffalo Grove Golf Dome White Pines GC, Bensenville Park District

14 Youth Development Partnerships Boys and Girls Clubs Big Brothers Big Sisters Chicago Park District Chicago Public Schools Chicago Police CAPS program Chicago Youth Centers Communities in Schools YMCA Metro Chicago McGaw YMCA Salvation Army Kroc Center Bensenville Park District Better Boys Foundation Illinois Junior Golf Association Illinois PGA Section PGA Junior League Lake County Forest Preserve Western Golf Association Daniel Murphy Scholars 4-H Round Lake Beach School District Salvation Army Kroc Center Sunshine Through Golf Foundation Waukegan Park District Woodlawn Community Camp

15 2020 Vision for the Future Chapter Goals TFTGC has a goal to reach 100,000 young people by 2020, with the support of local individuals and businesses committed to The First Tee s mission Expand Regional Footprint to over 40 green grass program locations, 150 National School based programs and partnerships in over 100 youth organizations Invest in the Development of facilities that will support TFTGC Programs and the youth we serve

16 Issues Facing Youth The First Tee Life Skills curriculum was developed by experts in the field of psychology and youth development to create an interactive program to help combat these serious issues facing youth Nearly 1/3 of students do not graduate on time or drop out 1 in 3 children are considered overweight or obese Urban problems including: gangs, teen pregnancy, drug and alcohol abuse, gun violence are increasing

17 Impact 2015 Research On The Course 96% of Teens and 90% of Alumni said their golf skills improved. 83% of teens and 90% of Alumni consider themselves life-long golfer. 50 % of Alumni hold a USGA handicap and play an average 58 rounds of golf each year. Off The Course Teens and Alumni indicated their use of life skills improved including self management, interpersonal skills, setting goals and resilience as they went through the program. 84 % of Teens and 85% of Alumni credit the program with helping them become better students. 91% of alumni were involved in community service while in The First Tee and 72% continued after college (compared to 22% of all youth who reported volunteering in a 2014 us dept of labor survey)

18 Support for The First Tee Thousands of Individual, Corporate and Foundation Donors on an annual basis The First Tee Scholars Program provides funding for higher education Colleges and Universities offer scholarships to Outstanding First Tee participants Hundreds of volunteers donate thousands of hours to support programs throughout Greater Chicago

Leadership Board of Governors Officers President Pat Goss, Northwestern University, PGA Vice President Vicki Bednar, Motorola Solutions Treasurer Ron Pullie, AllState Secretary Derek Linde, ITW PGA

19 Leadership Board of Governors Officers President Pat Goss, Northwestern University, PGA Vice President Vicki Bednar, Motorola Solutions Treasurer Ron Pullie, AllState Secretary Derek Linde, ITW PGA TOUR Members Luke Donald, Honorary Chairman Chip Beck Jeff Sluman Executive Director Lisa Quinn Board of Governors Members Mike Affeldt, Hewlett-Packard Mike Castleforte, Vistria Group Bill Daniels, Founder Golf Chicago Sidney Dillard, Loop Capital Stephanie Greisch, Northern Trust Rick Kaye, Adam Don Foundation Josh Lesnik, Kemper Sports Thad Malik, Paul Hastings LLC Chris Merrill, Harrison Street Real Estate Bill O Neil, Winston & Strawn Bruce Patterson, Butler National Golf Club Peter Spingola, Chapman Spingola LLP Jim Stadler, Schafer Condon Carter Todd Simpson, Goldman Sachs Chris Tierney, PricewaterhouseCoopers

20 Establishment of a Junior Golf Learning Center will benefit the Evanston-Wilmette Communities by fostering positive youth development through the game of golf TFTGC is committed to delivering a community based program open to all families, schools and youth organizations. GOALS Integration of existing Jr. Junior Golf Programs into a First Tee Program model Establish outreach programs at local schools, youth service organizations and parks Neighboring community involvement Junior Leagues and other competitive and non-competitive playing opportunities Staffed with Certified Trained Coaches Course available for special events and open play for community Offer programs for adult beginners and special family events

21 INVESTMENT Development of 5 Hole short course Short Game Area with putting, pitching and bunker area Storage Area for Equipment Seasonal Lead Coach and Program Site Coordinator Stand alone building or use of classroom (mobile or temporary) On-site Signage and marketing Equipment Clubs, balls, mats Annual Maintenance of Junior Facilities

EVENTS HOSTING & VENUE DETAILS. 525 N. Academy Blvd. Colorado Springs, CO

EVENTS HOSTING & VENUE DETAILS 525 N. Academy Blvd. Colorado Springs, CO 80909 www.thefirstteepikespeak.org WHO WE ARE In April 2013, The First Tee of Pikes Peak officially became a part of the Colorado