Meet Our 2023 Jordan Spieth Family Foundation Grant Partners!

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Children's Flight of Hope - "It is through the kindness and generosity of others that Children’s Flight of Hope eases the medical, financial, and emotional burden on families as their children face serious diagnoses. Through our new partnership with The Jordan Spieth Family Foundation, we will connect more pediatric cancer patients with the best and brightest oncologists in the United States, giving them the best chance at bright and healthy futures. Thank you to The Jordan Spieth Family Foundation for joining us to bring hope and healing as we 'fly for their lives.'"

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Children's Flight of Hope

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Children's Flight of Hope

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Children's Flight of Hope

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Kids Building Character, Inc —First Tee, Central Florida - "Our vulnerable youth deserve to have sincere adults show up and be present for them. Through First Tee programs, we can reach these kids, through our new mentorship program, we can engage, connect and positively impact their lives." Wanda Brewer Ickes, Executive Director, First Tee - Central Floirda

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The Muny Conservancy (Save Muny) - "Lions Municipal has one of the most active youth golf programs in Austin, as host to the Austin Junior Golf Academy and home for several high school golf teams. . It is critital that the practice facilities be expanded and enhanced for our youth."

Carson Leslie Foundation - Any cancer diagnosis is devastating, but when it’s a child, it’s a nightmare. We received a note that reads in part, “receiving my backpack was a lifeline when I needed one.” What joy it is to be a lifeline! – Annette Leslie, Carson Leslie Foundation

Easterseals - "Easterseals is proud to partner with The Jordan Spieth Foundation to provide services that impact kids with autism in South Dallas. This program will positively impact kids and families for generations to come." Tod Marvin, President, Easterseals North Texas

Operation Second Chance - "Operation Second Chance is extremely excited to have been chosen as a 2023 JSFF grant recipient. These valuable funds will go towards emergency financial assistance to our nation's wounded, injured and ill Veterans."

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Freedom Alliance - This generous grant from the Jordan Spieth Family Foundation will show the children of our fallen and wounded service members that their sacrifice has not been forgotten by a grateful nation. We are proud to partner with JSFF to honor our nation's heroes." Tom Kilgannon, President of Freedom Alliance

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Freedom Alliance

My Possibilities - My Possibilities is focused on including people with disabilities in every possible way. One common ground that all people have is a love and appreciation for sports, but people with disabilities don't always have equitable access to enjoy them. The Jordan Speith putting green at the My Possibilities campus will provide our HIPsters the opportunity to practice and enjoy the great game of golf in a way they simply cannot do in the community today. We're so thankful for Jordan and Annie and the Speith Family Foundation for their continued support of My Possibilities and people with disabilities. - Michael Thomas, Executive Director

My Possibilities

American Junior Golf Association - "With ths JSFF Grant, the AJGA was able to provide financial support for 25 juniors in the state of Texas in 2022." - Kevin Rinker, Senior Vice President, Development

American Junior Golf Association

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Augusta University Foundation — Children's Hospital of Georgia (CHOG) - "Assistance in “jump starting” this program will go a long way towards easing the financial burden for these families that are already overwhelmed with a pediatric cancer diagnosis and treatment. A social worker will play an integral role in the identification of patients, needs assessments and distribution of funds and will provide much needed TLC for patients and their families. CHOG is thrilled to partner with the JSFF as a Community Partner this year and is incredibly grateful for this wonderful support." - Jane Barrett, Director of Philanthropy

Augusta University Foundation — Children's Hospital of Georgia (CHOG)

Lake Highlands Junior Women's League - "We are thankful for the generosity of the JSFF. Flag Pole Hill Playground is a flagship destination for more than seventy thousand children each year and we are excited to install the first no-transfer wheelchair swing in the city of Dallas, which will increase the inclusivity of this playground considerably. This innovative swing is truly an inclusive piece of equipment that offers fun for all." Shannon McCracken, President of LHJWL

Believe It Bikes — Believe It Foundation - “We are very grateful for the generosity of The Jordan Spieth Family Foundation. This grant will help us continue the expansion of our Believe It Bikes School Program. Providing 10 adaptive bikes to schools will allow hundreds of kids the opportunity to ride a bike for the first time, experiencing the freedom and joy of being able to ride alongside their peers and with their families. Bikes are fun and provide a bridge to social inclusion for kids of all abilities. Thank you for BELIEVING with us and our mission of inclusion.” -Andrew McAllister, Executive Director

Believe It Bikes — Believe It Foundation

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Cook Children’s Health Foundation - “At Cook Children’s, we are so grateful for the opportunity to partner with the Jordan Spieth Family Foundation to eradicate pediatric cancer by providing care and counseling to children and their families with a predisposition to cancer. We are trying to educate families and patients to increase awareness, catch the cancer early, and know the warning signs in an effort to give kids the normal lives they deserve. Together we can help patients and families take the necessary steps to lower their cancer risk and improve their quality of life. Ultimately, our goal is to #erasekidcancer for future generations.” - Dr. Donald Beam, Medical Director, Hematology and Oncology

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Warriors & Quiet Waters Foundation - “Warriors & Quiet Waters Foundation thanks JSFF for recognizing that the effects of war can extend far beyond the deployed Servicemember. This grant will play a vital role in helping WQW to meet some of the most critical needs facing military and veteran families.” – Emily Sather, Chief Development Officer

Warriors & Quiet Waters Foundation

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Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center - “Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center in Redmond, WA, embodies the mission of the Jordan Spieth Family Foundation by providing equine-assisted services to those with cognitive or neurological special needs. The funding helps support our adaptive riding participants ensuring that they have the opportunity to learn horseback riding skills while building strength, flexibility, and self-confidence. Our riders display the same ‘can do’ attitude that epitomizes Jordan Spieth’s golf career,” - Paula J. Del Giudice, Executive Director.

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Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center

Special Olympics

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Special Olympics - Young Athletes in Detroit, MI at the 2022 Unified Cup

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Operation Homefront - “In this economic climate, military families are struggling to make ends meet. Thanks to the support of the Jordan Spieth Family Foundation, we can help make going back to school less stressful for these very deserving families, who have given so much on behalf of our nation, giving them a financial lift at a critical time of the year.” - Robin Carter, Senior Director at Operation Homefront

Image - J.R. Holland.jpeg - "For many, golf appears to be a sport that is out of reach. First Tee, however, is able to remove many of those barriers. By partnering with the Jordan Spieth Family Foundation, we are able to grow the game of golf and impact the lives of young people through the First Tee Curriculum." - JR Holland, Executive Director

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Soldiers' Angels - “We’re so grateful for the incredible support of the Jordan Spieth Foundation. These funds will go a very long way in supporting Service Members, Veterans, and their families with a wide variety of much-needed support services. From morale-boosting care packages and letters to deployed, to critical assistance programs like food and transportation for Veterans, the support from the Jordan Spieth Foundation is sure to impact thousands of Service Members and Veterans supported by Soldiers’ Angels.” - Amy Palmer, President and CEO of Soldiers’ Angels

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Leukemia and Lymphoma Society - "The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is thrilled to have been chosen as a 2023 JSFF Community Partner. We know that cost is a significant barrier to care for many cancer patients. With JSFF's support, LLS's patient financial assistance program will help young patients and their families across Texas afford basic necessities, such as food, housing and transportation, so they can focus on healing." Dr. Gwen Nichols, Chief Medical Officer