Participant Opportunities
The First Tee junior golf program doesn’t just get kids on the course, it offers them exciting opportunities for growth. With the help of our national corporate partners, we host a series of events to our more advanced participants, allowing them to meet new people, play some golf, achieve greatness, and show off our nine core values in action.
2022 National Opportunities Schedule
Event | Event Dates | Event Location | Application released | Chapter deadline |
First Tee Future Entrepreneurs Presented presented by Wells Fargo (Seniors and Alumni Only) | May 3rd-5th | Washington, DC | January 31st | February 21st |
First Tee College Scholarship Program | N/A | N/A | January 1st | February 22nd |
John Deere Drive Your Future Academy (Girls Only) | June 6th-June 10th, 2022 | San Fransisco, CA | January 31st | March 21st |
John Deere Power For Good Contest | June 27th-July 1st, 2022 | Silvis, IL | January 31st | March 21st |
First Tee National Championship | June 28th-July 1st, 2022 | South Bend, IN | January 31st | March 21st |
Participant Advisory Council | July 11th-13th, 2022 | Jacksonville, FL | January 31st | March 21st |
First Tee Game Changers Academy Honoring Joe Louis Barrow Jr. | July 19th-23rd, 2022 | Philadelphia, PA | January 31st | March 21st |
PURE Insurance Championship Impacting First Tee | September 20th-25th, 2022 | Pebble Beach, CA | January 31st | March 21st |
First Tee Innovators Forum | November 16th-19th, 2022 | Dallas, TX | June 14th | August 8th |
First Tee Alumni Summit presented by Gallagher (Alumni Only) | November 16th- 19th, 2022 | Dallas, TX | June 14th | August 8th |
Available Applications
Additional local Participant Opportunities

Chapter Participant Opportunities
Calling all Participants! We have numerous activities available throughout the year for active participants to get involved in outside or regular programs.

LPGA*USGA Girls Golf
Girls Golf sites provide girls with quality golf instruction led by certified coaches from First Tee. Not only are they experts in taking girls from beginner to advanced golfers, but they also specialize in creating experiences that show girls just how much fun golf really is!

Ernie Els #GameOn Autism™ Golf
Ernie Els Golf is a program developed by Els for Autism in collaboration with PGA REACH and First Tee, that gives children and young adults on the autism spectrum access to the game of golf. The program is aimed at developing social/communication skills, encouraging social interaction and promoting healthy living through golf. Infused with evidence-based practices for teaching golf to individuals with ASD, #GameON Autism Golf is designed to build self-esteem and confidence in a fun, welcoming and supportive environment. The program encourages participants to learn golf skills while practicing specific autism learning objectives, including: communication, regulatory, motor and social skills.