Legendary artist Lauryn Hill, along with LIV Golf and CPR Group, have announced a contribution to Original Tee Golf, a nonprofit organization dedicated to breaking barriers and expanding access to golf for young people of color.
Original Tee Golf’s mission is to nurture the next generation of golfers by providing structured instruction, mentorship, competitive opportunities and financial support for elite Black athletes pursuing golf at the highest levels. The contribution will help amplify OTG’s transformative work and extend its reach to more youth across the country.
“Golf is a game that inspires discipline and focus,” said Hill, the multiple Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, record producer and actress. “It’s a practice and a space of possibility. By supporting Original Tee Golf, we are helping to ensure that young people of color see themselves in this sport and know that they belong at every level of any game.”
OTG, based in New Jersey, is committed to expanding access to the sport of golf, particularly for inner-city and underrepresented youth. Its programs include:
Youth Instruction Programs offering coaching, swing analysis, and etiquette education.
Development Camps and Clinics to accelerate skill growth and competitive readiness.
Mentorship and Life Skills Training to guide youth on college recruitment, leadership, and personal development.
Competitive Exposure through tournaments and events that showcase talent.
Elite Athlete Funding to provide financial support for Black golfers striving for collegiate, amateur, and professional success.
At the center of OTG’s impact is the Original Tee Golf Classic, the organization’s annual flagship event. The Classic gives youth predominantly from underserved communities free access to top-tier instruction, mentorship, and exposure to opportunities within the sport, creating a lasting and transformative experience.
The contribution to OTG seeks to help expand access to golf for youth who might not otherwise have the opportunity; support pathways for young golfers of color to advance to college, amateur circuits and professional competition; provide financial resources to elite Black golfers; and strengthen communities through mentorship, education and character development fostered by the game of golf.
“This contribution allows us to reach more youth and provide them with the tools, training, and mentorship they need to succeed on and off the course,” said Wendell J. Haskins, President and Founder of OTG. “Together, we are building pathways for excellence and representation in golf.”
For more information on Original Tee Golf, please visit their website.
