Mary Patton

Thanks to all who supported our 15th annual Grit, Gratitude & You. We were thrilled to honor Chris Connor with the 2026 Del de Windt Leadership Award for Civic Engagement. Congrats also to those honored with the Doris A. Evans, M.D. THRIVE Award! Photos: flic.kr/s/aHBqjD8APB

Join us for Grit, Gratitude & You on October 21 at Windows on the River as we highlight our positive impact on local kids. Christopher M. Connor will be honored with the 2026 Del de Windt Leadership Award for Civic Engagement. TO REGISTER: 2026GGY.givesmart.com

A big shout out to the golfers who participated in our 100 Hole Golf Marathon on Friday! Funds raised help keep our programs affordable while providing equipment, uniforms and quality coaching experiences. To donate: fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/2… Photos: photos.app.goo.gl/cVHo4iPhJy…

Our 6th annual 100 Hole Golf Marathon is just 3 DAYS AWAY! Please consider making a donation in honor of one of the 48 golfers who will play 100 holes or more this Friday at Seneca Golf Course. We're grateful for their support! To donate or pledge: fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/2…

Last call! Don't miss the opportunity to bid on great rounds of golf, sporting events, culinary experiences and more! The Silent Auction & Raffle close at 5 PM TODAY, June 10. Check it out at: FTC27.givesmart.com

It's not too late to bid on great rounds of golf and many other exciting items in our Silent Auction & Raffle which closes tomorrow, Wed., June 10 at 5 PM. Check it out at: FTC27.givesmart.com

Don't miss the feature story that aired yesterday on @NewDayCLE on @fox8news! Brian McFarland gives a great overview of our mission and programs while highlighting a recent field trip with students from Clark Elementary School. youtube.com/watch?v=uY6zOfjC… @CoachBrianTFTC

IT'S MASTERS WEEK! Don't miss our Masters Pool! The field is set--pick 6 golfers to make up your roster. Deadline to enter is April 9 at 6 AM: 1 - Entry fee (1 for $100; 3 for $250): 2026Masters.givesmart.com 2 - RunYourPool to select golfers: tinyurl.com/2veftvhn Good luck!

After 16 years as CEO, Pat LoPresti will transition into a part-time role as Strategic Advisor and pass the torch to Brian McFarland as Chief Executive Officer, effective April 1! Join us in thanking Pat and welcoming Brian into this exciting new chapter! youtu.be/6Hcf44tzH_s

We're thrilled to announce that Rick Buoncore of MAI Capital has become a First Tee National Trustee! Rick's generosity and commitment to the First Tee mission will continue to positively impact the lives of youth for years to come. #BuildingGameChangers tinyurl.com/488s5nhj

Giving Tuesday is going strong. We still need your support to help fill the gap. As a testimonial of our impact, participants shared their gratitude for the dedicated coaches who mentor and guide them on and off the golf course. TO DONATE: 2025KIDS.givesmart.com #GivingTuesday

It's not too late to register for our Fit To A Tee Program, “From Books to Blenders to Burritos,” beginning Sept. 14. In this culinary session, some of our favorite books will inspire our cooking. Sundays; Sept 14, 21, 28 & Oct 5; 1-3 PM; Ages 8-18 firsttee.my.site.com/parentR…

Don't miss your chance to enter the Ball-A-Palooza raffle! On Sept. 13, our participants will hit 2,000 numbered golf balls towards a target on the driving range. The 10 balls closest to the target win a prize. Top prize is $1,000! Chances are $10. Visit: fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/2…

Suzanne Stratford of Cleveland's @fox8news came out to our main campus at Washington Golf on Wednesday. Click through to watch the great feature story! fox8.com/news/first-tee-clev…