Mission Statement
The First Tee of West Michigan's mission is to impact the lives of young people by providing educational programs that build character, instill life-enhancing values and promote healthy choices through the game of golf.

The First Tee of West Michigan is committed to reaching students from all socioeconomic backgrounds. We will never turn someone away for their inability to pay. Our vision is to teach The First Tee Nine Core Values™; providing the vehicle through which kids can accomplish their dreams, thrive socially, excel academically and athletically, and become productive members of society with integrity, strong family values and commitment to community.

2012 Schedule and Application
The 2012 Schedule and Application has been published! Sign up today!
Homework and Hitting all winter long!
Come to the Highlands this through April on Mondays and Wednesdays after school for some fun!
GVSU Women's Golf Team hosts TFT of West Michigan
The First Tee of West Michigan participants from 2011 will be receiving first-class instruction from the GVSU Women's Golf team January 21. Find out more!
TFT West Michigan ED nominated for award
Our Executive Director, Tyler Smies was nominated and chosen as a finalist for Young Nonprofit Professionals Network of Greater Grand Rapids award of Exemplary Executive! Thanks to our volunteers for nominating him! Awards show is tonight at the UICA.
The First Tee interviewed at West Michigan Golf Show
Emily Richett talks with Executive Director Tyler Smies about The First Tee of West Michigan. Check out the link to the clip FOX 17 aired on Friday, February 10th, 2012.
FOX 17 Highlights The First Tee
Check out the link to the clip FOX 17 aired on Saturday, January 21st, 2012.
GVSU, Calvin golf chip in with First Tee
Golf has provided Grand Valley State's Marni Weinstein with opportunities that she never could have imagined.

It also has served as a learning tool for life beyond the confines of a course.



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May 9, 2012
Johnson & Johnson Supports Values-Based Educational Programs Through Sponsorship of The First Tee

May 9, 2012
The First Tee Campaign for 10 Million Young People Makes Progress

May 7, 2012
THE PLAYERS 2012 to highlight The First Tee

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