At First Tee — Greater St. Louis, we help kids and teens discover what’s inside them, guide them to strengthen it and mentor them to put it into action in everything they do.
By seamlessly integrating the game of golf with a life skills curriculum, we create active learning experiences that build inner strength, self-confidence, and resilience that kids can carry to everything they do.
Your donation to First Tee — Greater St. Louis allows us to continue creating experiences that empower kids and teens. Our work at First Tee is not about improving your golf score… it’s about strengthening what you bring to everything you do, including golf.
Matching Gifts
Double Your Impact
Turn Your Gift Into Something Even Greater
When you support First Tee — Greater St. Louis, you’re already making a difference in the lives of young people. But what if you could double that impact without spending an extra dollar? Through corporate matching gifts, your employer might match your donation dollar-for-dollar or even more.
What Are Matching Gifts?
Matching gifts are a form of corporate philanthropy where companies match charitable donations made by their employees. It’s simple: you make a gift to First Tee — Greater St. Louis, then submit a request to your employer’s matching gift program. Your company sends us a matching contribution, effectively doubling your support for our mission.
The impact is real: Companies donate an estimated $2-3 billion annually through matching gift programs, yet $4-7 billion goes unclaimed each year simply because donors aren’t aware of these opportunities.
Your Impact, Doubled
When you double your gift through matching funds, you’re helping us:
- Provide financial assistance for young people who might not otherwise access our programs
- Expand our reach to serve more kids throughout Greater St. Louis
- Strengthen character development programming that empowers youth through golf and life skills
- Build experiences that are as fun as they are meaningful
How It Works
It’s easier than you think:
- Make your donation to First Tee — Greater St. Louis (Legal name: Junior Golf Foundation of Greater St. Louis)
- Check if your employer offers matching gifts by visiting this website.
- Submit a matching gift request through your company’s program (usually takes just a few minutes online)
- Your company sends us a matching contribution, doubling your impact on young people in our community
Don’t see your company? Check with your HR department. Many companies offer matching gift programs that aren’t widely publicized.
Information You May Need
When submitting your matching gift request, your employer may ask for our organizational details:
Organization: Junior Golf Foundation of Greater St. Louis DBA First Tee — Greater St. Louis
EIN/Tax ID: 26-1557647
Mailing Address: First Tee — Greater St. Louis, PO Box 15175, St. Louis, Missouri 63110
Phone: (314) 533-6400
Email: [email protected]
Need Help?
Questions about matching gifts? Contact us at [email protected] or 314-533-6400 and we’ll help you navigate the process.
Ready to make your gift go further? Every dollar you give and every dollar your employer matches helps young people in St. Louis develop the strength of character that empowers them through a lifetime of new challenges.
Have you requested a matching gift from your employer? Let us know here.