The PGA TOUR First Tee Foundation Inc is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. Founded in 1997 as a partnership among the LPGA, the Masters Tournament, the PGA of America, the PGA TOUR, and the USGA, First Tee is an international youth development organization that introduces the game of golf and its inherent values to young people. The organization operates in 11 countries and employs 68 staff members.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$125.2M
+5.4% YoY
Annual Giving
$9.1M
-10.9% YoY
Grant Count
114
+2.7% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$80K
-13.2% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: First Tee's mission is to impact the lives of young people by providing educational programs that build character and instill life-enhancing values through the game of golf. The organization enables young people to build the strength of character that empowers them through a lifetime of new challenges.
Primary Programs:
First Tee Curriculum: Seamlessly integrates life skills with golf skills to build positive social, emotional, and character traits in young people. The curriculum takes place on golf courses, in schools, and through after-school partner locations. Coaches, teachers, and youth leaders receive multi-year training and leadership development to deliver the curriculum effectively.
Educational Opportunities & Professional Development: Offers training for chapter staff, volunteer board leaders, and teachers.
National Events: Hosts national event opportunities for selected chapter youth participants to enhance their leadership, understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion, and life skills.
College Scholarship Program: Available to high school seniors who are active in First Tee and excel in academics, leadership, character development, and community service. Students are paired with adult mentors throughout their college experience.
The organization serves preteens, adolescents, and children from all walks of life, reinforcing values like integrity, respect, and perseverance.
Grantmaking
According to the most recent tax filing (2024), the organization distributed $12,080,158 in total giving. Typical grant awards range from $5,008 to $1,191,513. The organization's grant-making focuses on education, philanthropy, voluntarism & grantmaking, and human services.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The organization operates primarily in California, Florida, and Texas, with international operations across 11 countries including Canada, Taiwan, France, New Zealand, and the United Arab Emirates.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $125,158,804
- Total Revenue: $34,230,410
- Total Expenses: $32,650,601
- Total Giving: $12,080,158
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: $119,000,000
- Total Revenue: $28,500,000
- Total Expenses: $30,800,000
- Total Liabilities: $5,550,000
The organization maintains a strong financial position with assets exceeding $125 million. According to its December 2023 tax filing, the organization provided first-class or charter travel to key employees or officers.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $125,158,804 | $118,697,045 | $119,450,769 |
| Revenue | $34,230,410 | $28,512,084 | $31,986,597 |
| Expenses | $32,650,601 | $30,771,210 | $34,177,729 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $3,948,056 | $3,728,078 | $2,443,337 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Pga Tour First Tee Foundation Inc
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
CEO: Gregory McLaughlin
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| GREGORY T MCLAUGHLIN | DIRECTOR/PRESIDENT/SECRETARY | 40 | $1,092,724 |
| GUY GARBARINO | SVP ADVANCEMENT | 40 | $393,452 |
| JENNIFER WEILER | SVP NETWORK RELATIONS | 40 | $318,216 |
| BLANTON JONES | VP ADVANCEMENT | 40 | $278,074 |
| JANE FADER | SVP COMMS & MARKETING | 40 | $272,843 |
| BENJAMIN JARVIS | VP STRATEGY & BUS. ENABLEMENT | 40 | $270,077 |
| DIANE TETSWORTH | TREASURER & SVP | 30 | $185,506 |
| TIMOTHY W FINCHEM | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| VICTOR F GANZI | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| EDWARD D HERLIHY | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| JOHN B MCCOY | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
In June 2025, First Tee announced a new $10 million grant from the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation and PGA TOUR Superstore, deepening the relationship between these organizations.
First Tee announces new grant from Blank Family Foundation, PGA TOUR SuperstoreSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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