On August 19, 2024—Championship Sunday of the U.S. Amateur—Hazeltine National Golf Club presented a check for $25,000 to First Tee – Minnesota. Joining in the celebration was NFL Hall of Famer, Larry Fitzgerald, Jr., USGA President, Fred Perpall, Hazeltine National’s board chairperson, Dan Mulhern, and Hazeltine’s general manager, Phil Anderson.
The presentation took place after 36 First Tee golfers—from a wide range of First Tee–Minnesota locations—participated in a 9-hole scramble at The Loop, the Barrier Free Golf Course located in Chaska, Minnesota.
Jim Triggs, CEO of First Tee – Minnesota, said, “We are so grateful to Hazeltine. This generous gift is a game changer because it helps our program directors and coaches reach more kids in Minnesota through our golf and life skill programs.”
The morning’s festivities also included an 18-hole putting contest; the chance for some First Tee golfers to compete on the putting course with Larry Fitzgerald; a great lunch served by Fireman BBQ, and free admission to the U.S. Amateur for parents in attendance.
