named programs · 5 · from sources
what they call their work
First Tee Golf and Life Skills Program
Integrates golf skills instruction with a life skills curriculum, focusing on character-building, self-confidence, and resilience for ages 5-17.
Girl Power
A program specifically for girls.
PGA Junior League
A team-based golf program for junior golfers.
Scholarships
Provides financial aid and college scholarships to participants, including the Jim Trapp Memorial First Tee – Tucson Scholarship Fund.
Tucson Junior Golf Tournaments
Provides opportunities for junior golfers to participate in competitive tournaments.
activities · 4 clusters
what they do
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Charity Golf Tournament 4 activities
- Fundraising for Youth Athletic ProgramsRaises millions of dollars for youth athletic programs in Southern Arizona by hosting PGA TOUR golf events.
- Golf Course Development and Renovation for Youth AccessContributes direct funding and supports renovations of golf courses, such as the Trini Alvarez-El Rio Golf Course, to provide youth access to facilities, and built the First Tee of Tucson clubhouse.
- Infrastructure and facility development for youth golfBuilt the First Tee of Tucson clubhouse (opened October 2009) and contributed $841,000 in direct funding toward a $2.9 million renovation of the Trini Alvarez-El Rio Golf Course to improve youth access to golf facilities.
- Partnership development and program expansionDeveloped First Tee - Tucson in collaboration with the City of Tucson and Pima County, and raised millions of dollars for youth athletic programs in Southern Arizona through hosting PGA TOUR golf events.
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Youth Golf and Tennis Life Skills Programs 2 activities
- Youth Golf and Life Skills ProgramOffers a youth development program that integrates golf instruction with a life skills curriculum to build character, self-confidence, and resilience in children and young adults aged 5-17. This includes annual memberships for practice and playing privileges, as well as class sessions combining golf fundamentals with core character commitments.
- Youth golf and life skills programsOffers structured youth development programs that combine golf instruction with a life skills curriculum focused on character development, self-confidence, and resilience, organized around five core commitments: Pursuing Goals, Growing through Challenge, Collaborating with Others, Building Positive Self-Identity, and Using Good Judgment. Programs include affordable class sessions ($20–$35) and annual memberships ($30) for youth ages 5–17, providing access to instruction, practice, and play at multiple locations.
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Youth Safety Screening & Training 2 activities
- Youth Program Safety and SafeguardingEnsures the safety of youth participants by conducting background checks on all employees, coaches, volunteers, and board members, and requiring them to complete the Safe Sport training program.
- Youth safety and volunteer screeningConducts background checks and requires completion of the Safe Sport training program for all employees, coaches, volunteers, and board members before they interact with youth participants.
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Amateur Golf Tournament Organization 1 activity
- Partnership and Program DevelopmentDevelops youth golf programs, such as First Tee - Tucson, in partnership with local government entities like the City of Tucson and Pima County.
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financials · form 990 · fy2021
the money
revenue
Total revenue$499K
Contributions & grants$278K56%
Program service revenue$163K33%
Investment income$1K0%
Other revenue$57K
expenses
Total expenses$515K
Program expenses90%
Admin / overhead9%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$321K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.81M
Cash$1.38M
Investments$0
Liabilities$5K
Net assets$1.80M
Liquid reserves32.2 mo
3 years on record · 2019–2021 · YoY revenue +3.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021
who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Judy McDermott | Executive Director | 40 | $135K |
board members · 14
- Amber Jacoby — Director
- Dave Cogdall — Director
- David Perks — Vice President
- Eric Kazmierczak — Director
- Jerry Fischer — Director
- Jim Arnold — Director
- John Hudak — President
- Jon Magoch — Director
- Kim Greene — Secretary
- Laura Buckelew — Director
- Ray Ramirez — Director
- Raymond Wells — Director
- Ryan Brown — Treasurer
- Tom McCausland — Director
relationships · 10
who they work with
- City of Tucson Partner — Partnered with Tucson Conquistadores to develop First Tee - Tucson.
- City of Tucson Partner — Partnered with the Tucson Conquistadores and PGA TOUR to establish First Tee – Tucson and renovate Trini Alvarez-El Rio Golf Course.
- First Tee Network — First Tee – Tucson is a local chapter of the national First Tee organization, using its curriculum and branding.
- First Tee Network — Operates as a local chapter of the national First Tee organization, delivering its standardized Golf and Life Skills Program.
- First Tee - Tucson Partner — Collaborates on the Jim Trapp Memorial Scholarship Fund
- First Tee – Tucson Partner — Collaborates with Conquistadores Youth Golf Fund in coaching and volunteer efforts for youth development programs.
- Michael Peña Partner — Actor and avid golfer serving as Brand Ambassador for First Tee.
- PGA TOUR Partner — Partnered with the Tucson Conquistadores and the City of Tucson to bring the First Tee program to Trini-Alvarez El Rio Golf Course.
- Pima County Partner — Partnered with Tucson Conquistadores to develop First Tee - Tucson.
- US Center for Safe Sport Government — Follows guidelines and policies aligned with the US Center for Safe Sport to ensure compliance with national safety standards.