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Our Vision

First Tee – Monterey County is dedicated to providing youth of all backgrounds an opportunity for a brighter future. First Tee – Monterey County enables kids to build the strength of characters that empowers them through a lifetime of new challenges.

Our Mission

Deliver a targeted curriculum of golf and character development, life skills, academic support, higher education, mentorship, and career development.

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Our History

In November of 2004, First Tee — Monterey County took over the Twin Creeks Golf Course management in Salinas, CA, and began conducting golf and life skills programs for youth ages 4-17. First Tee — Monterey County Golf Campus is a 63-acre, 9-hole course featuring a grass driving range, practice putting and chipping greens, and the John Zoller Clubhouse partnering with the Intel Computer Clubhouse Network. First Tee — Monterey County members participate in weekly Golf and Life Skills classes taught by recognized First Tee Coaches and PGA Apprentices; receive $1 greens fees and large buckets of balls, free use of golf equipment and computers, friendly and competitive tournaments, scholarship opportunities, and national leadership and career exploration academies. Outreach efforts have been made to make our programs available to minorities, low-income youth, students with disabilities, at-risk youth, and girls who were previously denied access to the game and its positive values. Although First Tee — Monterey County is open to the public, the priority remains on serving the youth!

Today

Our dedicated and trained coaches cultivate a nurturing environment where kids not only learn the fundamentals of golf but also acquire skills that are crucial for navigating friendships, excelling academically, preparing for college, and pursuing future careers. This holistic approach ensures that each participant is equipped with the tools they need to thrive in all areas of life.

Beyond the greens, First Tee’s impact extends into schools throughout Monterey County. This year alone, we have positively influenced nearly 10,500 youth in communities spanning the four corners of the region. Our reach continues to grow, reinforcing our commitment to shaping a brighter, more confident future for every young person we serve.

South County               East                    West             North

Districts                    6                                  2                      1                       1

Schools                     9                                  14                    2                      1

Youth                         6,195                           3,262              231                  695

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