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The American Society of Golf Course Architects Foundation partners with local chapters of The First Tee during their Annual Meeting to provide college scholarships to deserving students.  The annual scholarship is sponsored by CMF Global, an industry leader in providing everything needed for golf course irrigation systems.  Coincidentally, CMF Global generously assisted our Chapter by donating irrigation supplies during our facility renovation in 2012. Scholarship recipients from The First Tee are invited to attend the Donald Ross Dinner at the ASGCA Annual Meeting.  This is the third year of the scholarship which began in 2015 with scholarships awarded to students from the San Diego chapter, and subsequently students from the Washington D.C. chapter in 2016. The ASGCA held their Annual Meeting in South Florida in May and our Chapter alumni and Coach, Emily Valentine, was the recipient of the 2017 ASGCA Foundation college scholarship.  The scholarship will fund Emily’s summer classes. Pictured above left to right: Chapter Program Director Connie Capanegra, ASGCA Fellow and Chapter Honorary Chairman Jack Nicklaus and Emily.

Congratulations Class of 2017! Two of our students graduated from high school this spring and both will be attending college this fall. Quinn Reid graduated from Cardinal Newman High School as a Member of the National Honor Society, editor of the yearbook, Alumni Award recipient for the golf team and Captain, and the Humanity Service award recipient.  Quinn will start her collegiate career locally at Palm Beach State College. Bella Gingrich graduated from Cardinal Newman High School as a Member of the National Honors Society, Senior Class President, Secretary of the debate Honor Society, and Newman Safe Group Ambassador.   Bella is attending Duquesne University in Pittsburg, PA this fall. We wish Quinn and Bella continued success in their academic careers. Pictured above left to right: Quinn, Chapter Program Director Connie Capanegra and Bella at Cardinal Newman’s graduation.

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The members of Mariner Sands Country Club recently held a Club Drive to benefit our chapter.  The members collected roughly 30 bags and 600 clubs to support our golf programs. Special thanks to Leigh Schmalz for coordinating this generous contribution.  Without the tremendous support of our local golf clubs our Chapter could not continue to grow and serve the Treasure Coast community.

Chapter Director, Chef Mark Zollo, owner of the Cornerstone Bistro, hosted a very special evening at his restaurant to benefit our Chapter. Chef Zollo hosted over 125 guests, sold over 180 raffle tickets and raffled off 22 outstanding items.  The evening featured “Stag’s Leap” wine and a mouthwatering three course meal by Chef Zollo. Veterans Mary Anderson and Buck Ancell shared their experience in our Veterans programming, and participants Brook Pimpo and Kameron Povio (pictured below) also shared their experiences as a result of enrolling in our chapter programs.

We extend our sincerest gratitude to Jim Crane, a Trustee of The First Tee, and the members and staff of Floridian National Golf Club for recently hosting our annual spring golf tournament. “Our sponsors and supporters had a fantastic time at the premier golf club in South Florida,” said Andrew Hunt, Chapter President. “Floridian is very special. We are very thankful to Jim Crane and Mark Zollo for the delicious lunch and dinner provided by the Cornerstone Bistro.” The winners of our 2017 event with a net score of 51 were – Brent Waugh, Buzz Holland, Tooraj Nowzamani, and George Lepine (pictured left).  Winners of the gross division with a score of 66 Lenny Loyd – Chapter Director, Mark Ensio, Joe McCart, and John DiSalvatore.

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Looking for something the children can do this summer that is both fun AND educational? Our chapter offers summer camps and programs at multiple locations for youth ages six to 18. CLICK HERE for Summer Camp locations near you! In addition to learning fundamentals of the golf swing and the game, your child will be introduced to our character education and life skills programs that help young people prepare for success at school, home and in the community. Lessons are offered, in a fun, activity-based, group setting with trained coaches.  Children are grouped together by age and ability.

Through years of support from volunteers, committee members and board members the Palm Beach County Junior Golf Association has been helping grow junior golf in Palm Beach County for over 45 years.  The PBCJGA continues to offer college scholarships to its members graduating high school. The PBCJGA has published its summer 2017 schedule and registration is now open.  Nine 1-day events are scheduled beginning Monday, June 5^th. For more information and to register, please visit www.pbcjga.org

Registration is now open for the Toski Junior Golf Tournament to be held at Saint Andrews Country Club on Friday, July 21. 9:00 a.m. Shotgun start for 18-hole tournament and approximately 11:00 a.m. Shotgun start for 9-hole tournament. To sign up visit www.toskijuniorgolf.com Please click on “Tournament Information” for full details. Limited to the first 75 players.  For questions, please contact: Donna Serino [email protected]

The mission of the Florida Junior Golf Council is to improve the lives of Florida’s youth by introducing them to the great game of golf and the tremendous values embodied in the game. Proceeds from the purchase of the Florida Golf License Plate provide funding for thousands of junior golf programs across the state, including our local chapter. Your contribution will help fund programs that seek to enrich the lives of our youth that include:

• In school and afterschool golf instruction and summer camp programs
• Inclusive programs for low income and children with disabilities
• Municipal and community-based recreation programs
• Golf course access and equipment
• Academic coaching and after school tutoring
• Core life skills instruction and health and wellness curriculum

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The Admirals Cove Foundation was established in 2004.  The non-profit organization is committed to the philosophy of giving back to the community. The Foundation is dedicated to providing aid to worthy civic, cultural, education, social, and health-related non-profit institutions within Palm Beach County. “My fellow members at Admirals Cove demonstrate tremendous generosity to many local charities each year,” said Steve Rockoff, Chairman of the Children’s Golf Foundation.  “Their support helped us launch our chapter of The First Tee in 2009 and the members support us with individual giving.  There is always an abundance of foursomes from Admirals Cove playing in our golf tournaments.” Pictured: Dick Sheehan – CGF Chairman Emeritus, Steve Rockoff – CGF Chairman and Jack Barrett – Chapter Development Director accepting this year’s donation with Nate Fanberg at a recent reception at the club.

Recently the members at High Ridge Country Club held their season ending tournament and choose our organization as the benefitting charity.  A few participants from our Chapter, participated by hitting shots and greeting the members on the course during play.  High Ridge also conducted a Club Drive to benefit our organization. “The generosity showed by the members of High Ridge is truly inspirational,” said Dr. Edward Slotnick, Chapter Director and Club Drive Chairman.  “We asked them to conduct a first time Club Drive and they raised over $14,000 to support our programs serving local children and Veterans.” Special thanks to Harvey Karofsky for coordinating this generous contribution.  Without the tremendous support of our local golf clubs, we simply would not be able to fulfill our mission and deliver our programs. Pictured:  High Ridge CC, Head Professional – Marshall Carpenter, Chapter Director – Dr. Edward Slotnick, and High Ridge CC Assistant Professional – Jason DePietro.