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The First Tee Sarasota-Manatee received $15,000 Donation Contact Name: Andy Mears Contact Email: andy@thefirstteesm.org Contact Phone Number: 2694914653 Sarasota, FL (July 29, 2019) – The First Tee of Sarasota/Manatee (TFTSM) -- an organization founded in 2000 with the primary goal of impacting the lives of young people by providing educational programs that build character, instill life-enhancing values and promote healthy choices through the game of golf – announces gift from new Sarasota PGA Tour Superstore during its Grand Opening on Saturday, July 27. PGA Tour Superstore (PGATSS) opened its first store in 2003. Arthur M. Blank, co-founder of Home Depot and owner of the Atlanta Falcons is chairman of PGA Tour Superstore. With nationwide locations surpassing 40 stores, PGATSS is clearly the leader in golf and tennis equipment and apparel sales. TFTSM Executive Director, Lexi McKenney said, “We are thrilled to have PGA Tour Superstore in Sarasota/Manatee. This is a great golf community and PGATSS support of local The First Tee chapters is unmatched. We are so honored and excited to have been a part of their Grand Opening and the generous donation will further advance The First Tee mission here.” “This is a very exciting time for PGA Tour Superstores with many new store openings and future growth on the horizon, our goal is to inspire people to play their best, and grow the game. As a part of the Blank Family of Businesses, we believe in supporting the work of The First Tee, an organization committed to impacting the lives of young people by providing educational programs that build character, instill life-enhancing values and promote healthy choices through the game of golf. At PGATSS we observe our Core Values as an important part of how we operate each day.” said Erik Bems, Tournament and Event Marketing Manager. Erik went on to emphasize, “We love this game and we want to share that passion to help inspire a new generation of golfers. That's why we work closely with the local chapter of The First Tee in each of our stores.” Grand Opening activities were Saturday, July 27 with $30,000 in giveaways. The Sarasota store is located just off I-75 at the University Blvd exit – 8563 Cooper Creek Blvd, University Park, FL. The store is very family-friendly and also offers full-service club repair. The First Tee of Sarasota/Manatee currently serves area youth at its golf course locations and in-school program, as well as, LPGA/USGA Girls Golf of Sarasota/Manatee, Greater Sarasota Junior Golf Association, and PGA Jr. League. TFTSM is supported by generous donations from corporate partners, foundation grants and individual donors. For more information about The First Tee Sarasota/Manatee, go to www.thefirstteesarasotamanatee.org