Events

Participating in our events is a great way to get to know First Tee and show your support for our mission to help empower kids through golf! Join us!

Upcoming Events

2025 Cincinnati Gives Challenge: December 1-11, 2025

The Cincinnati Gives Challenge is a friendly fund-raising competition presented by P&G and Cincinnati Magazine. Local charities compete to raise the most money with the top teams winning cash prizes. The 10th Anniversary Cincinnati Gives Challenge returns at 5 pm December 1, 2025, and will run until December 11, 2025, at 5 pm.

Heart of First Tee Awards: February 12, 2026

We’re already looking ahead to an exciting 2026 with special events to celebrate our 20th anniversary. SAVE THE DATE for our Heart of the First Tee Awards: 20th Anniversary Edition on February 12, 2026, at Maketewah Country Club.

First Tee Week: May 23-30, 2026

During our inaugural First Tee Week (May 19-25), we celebrated coaches and their impact on our participants and their communities. The incredible coaches and the meaningful relationships they foster have always been the heartbeat of First Tee. In 2026, we’ll continue to celebrate our coaches during the PGA TOUR’s Charles Schwab Challenge (May 23-30, 2026).

Past Events

LPGA Kroger Queen City Championship presented by P&G

September 11-14 at TPC River’s Bend

First Tee – GCNKY staffed concession stands at the event. Shout-out to our amazing volunteers who served up burgers, hot dogs, and smiles — raising nearly $5,500 in tips for our programs.

Also at the event, our participant, Maggie M., won the Tide and Downy Perfect Shot Challenge in the amateur/high school group. Her $5,000 prize will be split between our Chapter and Madeira High School where she plays on the golf team.

Indoor Golf Fundraiser

August 13 at Garage Golf Cincy

Norah Zellen’s ACE Project fundraiser was a huge success! Thanks to all who attended, donated, and purchased raffle tickets.

2025 Golf Outing

April 28 at Maketewah Country Club

Many thanks to our generous sponsors!