Youth Development Program providing educational programs that build character, instill life-enhancing values through the game of golf.
08/25/2026
Behind every confident First Tee participant is a caring coach who believed in them.
Our volunteers don't just teach golf.
They teach perseverance, honesty, confidence, and respect.
Could that be you?
Learn more and sign up 👉firstteeindiana.org/coach-volunteerwithus/
08/23/2026
Whatever your career path has been, your life experience has value.
First Tee is looking for mentors, not perfect golfers.
Learn more and sign up 👉firstteeindiana.org/coach-volunteerwithus/
08/21/2026
🙋Leadership.
🗣️Communication.
🤝Teamwork.
🎤Public speaking.
👫Mentorship.
These are the experiences employers look for.
Volunteer with First Tee and develop skills that last long after graduation.
Learn more and sign up 👉firstteeindiana.org/coach-volunteerwithus/
08/20/2026
🛬Jacob is home!🛬
He spent last week at the First Tee Leadership Summit in Montana!
🌟Favorite Part🌟 "Being able to connect and learn from and with my peers new and different ways to face challenges."
📚Biggest takeaway📚"Influence is more powerful than authority."
🌉Bridge to Life🌉 "I will turn every missed or lost opportunity into a lesson and learn how to become better from those mistakes."
❓Was it worth it❓ "I would say that this national opportunity is extremely eye opening and will make people look at the world from different and new perspectives."
We are proud of you Jacob!
08/19/2026
More than 140,000 young people participate in First Tee programs across Indiana each year.
And more kids are waiting for the opportunity.
With more volunteer coaches, we can reach even more youth and help them discover what's inside themselves.
Learn more and sign up 👉firstteeindiana.org/coach-volunteerwithus/
Years from now, a child probably won't remember every golf swing.
But they'll remember the adult who believed in them.
Become a First Tee coach.
Learn more and sign up 👉firstteeindiana.org/coach-volunteerwithus/
08/15/2026
Dear Coach... we need you!
Some of our kiddos recently took some time to thank their coaches and you would be surprised and the things they were most grateful for⬇
-Coach Danny "being super cool and having fun"
-Coach K for "teaching us how to make friends"
-Coach Steve for "helping us be better at chipping and,of course, for being an IU fan"
You would be surprised at the impact you can have by just showing up and being you! (IU allegiance and accidental matching outfits not required)
Learn more and sign up 👉firstteeindiana.org/coach-volunteerwithus/
08/13/2026
Your service hours can become someone's confidence.
Your afternoon can become a child's favorite part of the week.
That's the difference a First Tee coach makes.
Learn more and sign up 👉firstteeindiana.org/coach-volunteerwithus/
08/11/2026
Back to school for the kids means Teacher Appreciation for First Tee Indiana! 🍎
We have over 350 teachers statewide that teach First Tee in their classrooms every year. We couldn't do this without them! Many of them also coach with us throughout the summer. They are incredible assets and examples for our kids!
Here is to hoping the schoolyear gets off to a fantastic start! Thank you for all you do teachers!
08/10/2026
🏔 Reaching new heights! 🏔
Indiana's own Jacob Tellez is heading to the First Tee Leadership Summit in Montana this week!
"From this opportunity I am wanting to gain new leadership skills so I can become a better leader both on and off the course. I am most excited to meet and get to know new people and be in the mountains." - Jacob
We will catch up with Jacob once he's back from his week in the mountains! Stay tuned...