Thank you for your dedication to positive youth development in our nation. My son had the privilege of being selected in Maine to attend the Life Skills and Leadership Academy in San Diego a few years back. The experience was a highlight of his youth.

Upon return home to Maine, he spoke at fundraising events and matured as a speaker. He tells about a time when he and his First Tee buddies partnered with Hall of Fame golfers in a LPGA Lady Legends tournament. He delivered a keynote in which the story featured and generated much laughter – and dare I say, increased the funds raised for youth programming. Recently, we have been reminded of the story, as it has featured once again in a college application essay.

Next year, assuming a successful application, I am sure golf will be one of the passions our son packs along with him to college. Thank you and all First Tee coaches and donors for bringing core values and good health to your young people through their growing love of golfing. Here’s to him continuing to find ways to learn from and contribute to First Tee in his next life chapter.