The First Tee is an initiative of the World Golf Foundation to create new facilities and affordable access to golf, with special emphasis on youngsters who otherwise may not have an opportunity to experience the game. The First Tee, based in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, USA, is focused on developing facilities in the United States and around the world. Pro Kids Golf Academy and Learning Center is a San Diego, California, USA-based organization which promotes youth development through an involvement with the game of golf. It provides free golf instruction, free use of equipment, clinics and opportunities to play in junior golf tournaments. It operates out of Colina Park Golf Course in San Diego.
Funding is provided solely through charitable contributions.
Ernie Wright is the Chairman of the Board of Pro Kids. The La Costa Resort Charitable Fund in partnership with the San Diego Foundation will earmark numerous organizations throughout San Diego County to receive contributions.