First Tee â Silicon Valley

First Tee Silicon Valley is a non-profit organization based in San Jose, California. They employ 34 people and generate $2.5 million in annual revenue. First Tee Silicon Valley offers youth development programs centered around golf. They provide interactive and engaging programs that teach life skills and golf skills to kids and teens of all backgrounds. The curriculum focuses on character development, encouraging respect, collaboration, self-identity, decision-making, goal-setting, and problem-solving. Additionally, they incorporate STEM education through golf and provide guidance on college, careers, and community service for older participants. Their unique approach delivers programs across four seasons, with eight-week sessions held weekly for 1.5 hours each at three locations: Rancho del Pueblo Golf Course in San Jose, Baylands Golf Links in Palo Alto, and Gavilan College Golf Course in Gilroy. Sessions are structured by grade groups (2-4, 5-6, 7-8, and 9-12) to foster peer interaction and support. To learn more about First Tee Silicon Valley and their programs, visit their website at firstteesiliconvalley.org.