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PGA Tour Superstore donates to First Tee - Sarasota/Manatee Contact Name: Andy Mears Contact Email: andy@thefirstteesm.org Contact Phone Number: 269-491-4653 Sarasota, FL (October 5, 2020) – First Tee - Sarasota/Manatee (FTSM) -- 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 Sarasota PGA Tour Superstore during a presentation on Saturday, October 3. 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 the leader in golf and tennis equipment and apparel sales. FTSM Executive Director, Lexi McKenney said, “We are thrilled to have the support of PGA Tour Superstore in Sarasota/Manatee. This is a great golf community and PGATSS national support of local First Tee chapters is unmatched. We are so honored to be offered the opportunity to use the store’s space and technology for programs and the generous donation will further advance our mission in this area.” “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 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 Bridget Zuri, Store Manager. Bridget 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 First Tee chapters in each of our store locations.” The PGA Tour Superstore in Sarasota 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. For 20 years, First Tee — Sarasota/Manatee has been creating experiences that build character to empower kids through a lifetime of new challenges and continuous personal growth. By seamlessly integrating the game of golf with a life skills curriculum, First Tee — Sarasota/Manatee creates active learning experiences that build inner strength, self-confidence, and resilience that kids can carry to everything they do. These character education programs are offered at several area golf courses, schools, and youth centers in the community. For more information about First Tee - Sarasota/Manatee or to find a location near you, donate, volunteer or to register a child visit www.TheFirstTeeSarasotaManatee.org. Contact Andy Mears, Development Director, andy@TheFirstTeeSM.org to learn more about supporting The First Tee or about The First Tee Signature Events.