MAKING A DIFFERENCE
First Tee is reliant upon charitable contributions to carry out our mission and is grateful to receive widespread support from those in the golf industry and beyond. A fundamental strength of First Tee is the direct support it receives from some of the game’s most respected and influential organizations. Their leadership has inspired others to embrace the mission of First Tee.
We would like to thank Glassy Cliffs Residents Outreach for their continued support of our School Program. Since 2023 they have invested over $30,000 in participants through our partnership with Greenville Public School, Spartanburg District 1, Hope Academy and now in 2024 they have invested in the expansion of our School Program Team Challenge Events. Thanks you residents of The Cliffs – Glassy for your support and impacting the lives of kids and teens across the Upstate!
We’re excited to partner with Rana Golf, a family-founded brand based in Greenville, on a mission to make golf more accessible and enjoyable for young kids. Their thoughtfully designed junior golf bags are built specifically for ages 3–6, offering a lightweight, durable, and kid-friendly option that helps spark a lifelong love for the game.
As part of this partnership, Rana Golf is generously offering 10% off all purchases to First Tee – Upstate South Carolina participants, families, and supporters. Simply use the code FTUPSTATE at checkout. Also, a portion of the sales will go to First Tee as a donation!
Learn more and shop at www.ranagolf.com – and help equip the next generation of golfers in style!
Bobby Jones is a Greenville, South Carolina Personal Injury Attorney that prides himself on serving his community. With his attention to detail and giving his all on each case, he is able to achieve the optimal outcome for his clients. His practice, Bobby Jones Law, has committed to the financial support of our chapter in the 2024 calendar year. With Bobby Jones Law joining our Corporate Partnership Program, they will be highlighted at numerous events throughout the year. With their continued support of our mission, First Tee – Upstate South Carolina is proud to partner with Bobby and his team!
First Tee Upstate – South Carolina is proud to partner with BMW Charity Pro-AM. A Golf Tournament bringing 160 Korn Ferry Tour pros paired with 160 amateurs and celebrities to the Upstate. The 12 low scoring am teams, four low scoring celebrity teams advance to the final amateur round on Saturday at Thornblade Club. The 65 low Korn Ferry Tour pros (and ties) will play Saturday and Sunday’s final round at Thornblade Club.
Chippo started with an idea, grew with a wildly successful Kickstarter campaign in January 2017 and has blossomed into what one incredibly intelligent customer recently called “the greatest backyard game of all-time.” Chippo has now been named the winner of the prestigious Best New Product Award at the PGA Merchandise Show for 2018! Since Chippo was launched, it has been featured in content from Golf Digest, Barstool Sports, The Golf Channel, PGA.com, BroBible, The Huffington Post…and we’ve gone viral: a video posted by Viral Thread has been viewed over 15 million times and a video by Viral Motion has been viewed over 13 million times! Now Chippo has partnered with The First Tee of the Upstate to offer a special Promo Code (TFTU) to our participants and other stakeholders. Click here and you will automatically receive 10% off your order and another 10% will be donated back to First Tee – Upstate South Carolina!
Elliott Davis is dedicated to making a positive impact in big or small ways. They are proud to serve the communities they are present, like the Upstate through time, talent volunteerism, board membership, fundraising efforts and financial contributions. We at First Tee – Upstate South Carolina are grateful for their support!
We are proud to have partnered with Orange Whip! They have been gracious to offer a special Promo Code to our participants and other stakeholders. When you purchase anything on their website simply type in the discount code “TFTU“. You will receive $10 off your purchase and First Tee – Upstate South Carolina will also receive a $20 donation from Orange Whip! If you don’t have the #1 Golf Training Aid in your bag you are missing out! Visit www.OrangeWhipGolf.com now!
Youth on Course complements First Tee by providing members additional playing opportunities. Youth On Course allows participants in First Tee and other programs the opportunity to play at more than 1,000 courses for $5 or less, but also offer need and merit-based opportunities. Membership is FREE to First Tee — Upstate South Carolina Active Participants when they click here and use this code: FirstTee2023
First Tee — Upstate South Carolina are proud members of the Anderson Area Chamber of Commerce, Greenville Chamber and OneSpartanburg.