5 Game-Changing Ways First Tee Greater Dallas Is Shaping North Texas Youth In 2025
As of late December 2025, First Tee—Greater Dallas (FTGD) continues to solidify its position as one of North Texas’s most impactful youth development organizations, moving far beyond simple golf instruction. The chapter is gearing up for a major 2025 schedule while celebrating recent, massive wins in its scholarship and mentorship programs, proving that the organization is truly "Building Game Changers."
The latest updates show a strong focus on empowering teens through a blend of athletic skills and essential life values, with major events like the 2025 Golf Marathon and the recognition of new Ace recipients headlining the calendar. The organization’s commitment to providing a safe, supportive environment through initiatives like SafeSport training ensures that its influence on the lives of young people is both profound and secure.
The Immense Impact: Scholarships, Programs, and Key Achievements
First Tee—Greater Dallas operates on the principle that the inherent values of golf—such as honesty, integrity, and perseverance—are transferable life skills. This youth development model is delivered through trained coaches who mentor young people in a safe and supportive environment.
A Legacy of Financial Empowerment: The Scholarship Program
The most tangible measure of FTGD’s commitment to its participants’ futures is its College Scholarship Program. The organization has provided over $1.1 million in college scholarships since its inception, creating a powerful pathway for higher education.
- 2024 Success: In 2024 alone, First Tee—Greater Dallas awarded an impressive $175,000 in college scholarships.
- Beneficiaries: These funds supported 32 participants in their pursuit of educational efforts, highlighting the program’s immediate and long-term financial impact on Dallas-area families.
Building Game Changers: Core Programs and Mentorship
The core of FTGD’s mission is to empower kids and teens through programs that integrate golf with a Life Skills Experience curriculum. This curriculum focuses on nine core values: Honesty, Integrity, Sportsmanship, Respect, Confidence, Responsibility, Perseverance, Courtesy, and Judgment.
- SafeSport Commitment: A key organizational focus is maintaining a secure environment. The chapter actively promotes and adheres to SafeSport guidelines, strengthening its commitment to youth safety and well-being.
- Ace Recognition: The organization continues to recognize its elite participants by naming its 2025 Ace recipients. The Ace level is the highest achievement in the program, signifying a participant’s mastery of both golf and life skills.
- Junior Coaching Success: The impact of FTGD's mentorship is evident in its participants. For example, Jacob Lewallen, a Future Colonel from First Tee—Greater Dallas, claimed the 2025 First Tee National Championship while serving as a junior coach for the chapter, demonstrating leadership both on and off the course.
The 2025 Event Calendar: Key Dates and Partnerships
The chapter’s fundraising and community engagement efforts are anchored by several high-profile events scheduled for 2025, which are crucial for sustaining the scholarship and program funding.
The Annual Golf Marathon
The 2025 FTGD Golf Marathon is one of the chapter’s most significant annual fundraisers. This event brings together dedicated supporters and participants to play an extraordinary number of holes in a single day, raising vital funds to support the youth development programs in the Greater Dallas area.
The Forvis Mazars Greater Dallas Invitational
A key partnership event, the 2025 First Tee — Forvis Mazars Greater Dallas Young Benefactors/Invitational, is a major corporate and community gathering. This event, previously known as the Forvis Mazars Golf Invitational, is essential for generating financial resources and connecting the program with influential business leaders and partners in the North Texas community.
National Exposure and Participant Opportunities
First Tee—Greater Dallas participants also have the opportunity to compete and participate in national events, showcasing their talents and meeting peers from across the country. The 2025 First Tee National Championship is a prime example, where elite golfers from chapters nationwide gather to compete and demonstrate the confidence and perseverance they’ve built through the program.
- Empowering Teens: The national participant events schedule for 2025 is specifically designed to empower teens to become "game changers" in their communities and beyond.
Topical Authority: First Tee Greater Dallas as a Community Entity
First Tee—Greater Dallas, headquartered in Addison, TX, is more than just a golf organization; it is a vital community entity dedicated to character development. Its comprehensive approach to mentoring and skill-building ensures that participants are prepared for success in college, career, and life.
The chapter’s success is a testament to its strong network of coaches, volunteers, corporate partners (like Forvis Mazars), and dedicated staff. By focusing on the intersection of sport and character, FTGD is cultivating the next generation of leaders in Dallas, offering them not just a set of golf clubs, but a toolkit for navigating life’s challenges. The continuous flow of college scholarships and the high achievement of participants like Jacob Lewallen underscore the program's long-term value and its critical role in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. The organization’s commitment to service, including the involvement of military veterans who share their experiences, further enriches the mentoring environment.
For those looking to get involved, whether through donations, volunteering, or enrolling a child, the chapter offers multiple pathways to support its mission. The 2025 calendar promises another year of significant impact, building on the foundation of integrity, respect, and responsibility that defines the First Tee experience.
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