Chapter Scholarships
Everything you need to know about applying for a local scholarship from First Tee – Connecticut.
The 2025 Scholarship Application is currently available.
The deadline to submit your scholarship application is Friday, May 16.
ShopRite LPGA Classic Scholarship Opportunity
As part of the ShopRite LPGA Classic’s charitable impact ShopRite (officially owned by Wakefern) is partnering with First Tee to offer an incredible opportunity to one (1) deserving member of the Class of 2025 from each of twelve (12) First Tee chapters in the region.
The scholarship application is attached and one (1) winner from our chapter will be chosen to receive a $5,000 scholarship along with a brand-new Acer laptop and an invitation to attend the scholarship presentation on Sunday, June 8 during the final round of the ShopRite LPGA Classic in Galloway, NJ. *Please note that in-person attendance will be required to receive the scholarship.
Scholarship Recipients
View recent scholarship recipients, including the Class of 2024!
The 2024 scholarship class included 31 young people from 2nd Grade through Graduate School. These recipients were awarded a total of $50,500 in financial support.
First Tee College Scholarship Program
First Tee College Scholarship Program is a national program that supports selected alumni throughout their college career. The need and merit-based program provides financials scholarships, professional development workshops, and access to internships or full-time employment placement post-graduation. One of the key factors of the program is pairing Scholars with a dedicated adult mentor who will help encourage and guide them throughout the four years.
The program is open to graduating high school seniors planning to attend college the following year. Applicants must be active members of a First Tee chapter and will be considered based on financial need, academic performance, chapter involvement, volunteerism and other criteria.
Announcing the Henry Hughes First Tee – Connecticut Scholarship Fund
In Honor of Henry’s long-standing and significant contributions to the game of golf, the PGA TOUR and Connecticut’s only PGA TOUR event, the Travelers Championship.
Financial Aid
- Group Lessons
- During the spring, summer and fall we offer group lessons where we expose First Tee’s curriculum. Where we help strengthen character, kids will learn life skills that stay with them into the rest of their lives all through the game of golf. Click here to learn more about our Group Lessons and apply for financial aid directly within your registration.
- Summer Camp
- During First Tee – Connecticut’s Summer Camp participants are exposed to a four day experience that includes golf instruction, exposure to First Tee’s Life Skills curriculum and on-course activities. Spaces are dedicated each week for scholarship participants to attend thanks to the kindness of The May Family Fund and the John Biancamano Memorial Fund. Click here to learn more about Summer Camp and apply for financial aid directly within your registration.