Tag: New York

A Celebration of Unexpected Champions

In our last and final flashback to our 20th anniversary event, “A Celebration of Unexpected Champions,” at the iconic New York Public Library, we hear from the Tiger Woods Foundation’s President and CEO Rick Singer. Singer took to the stage to remind guests of TWF’s 20-year journey, but also to share plans for the future.

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Celebration of Unexpected Champions: A Scholar’s journey to Georgetown University

Earl Woods Scholar alum Darryl Robinson’s candid and moving speech at the Tiger Woods Foundation’s 20th anniversary celebration in New York City this past October had the room swelling with emotion. A true personification of dogged determination, Robinson never abandoned his dream of receiving a college education and a better life, even when obstacles seemed insurmountable at times. In today’s post, you’ll hear in Robinson’s own words exactly why we believe he is a true champion of the unexpected.

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Celebration of Unexpected Champions: A Scholar’s journey to NASA

The Tiger Woods Foundation’s 20th anniversary celebration in New York City last month brought together many of our longtime supporters and fellow advocates. While we were able to look back at what we’ve achieved, our “Celebration of Unexpected Champions” also gave us an opportunity to highlight the accomplishments of all our students and scholars. During […]

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Celebration of Unexpected Champions: An Earl Woods Scholar’s journey

Last month, at the Tiger Woods Foundation’s “Celebration of Unexpected Champions,” we not only celebrated the work we’ve done over the years, but more importantly, we welcomed to the stage three inspiring Earl Woods Scholars to share their stories of grit and perseverance. They are the reason we do what we do. In today’s post, […]

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A celebration 20 years in the making

Twenty years in the making, our “Celebration of Unexpected Champions” was a fitting tribute to the transformative power of education and the work of the Tiger Woods Foundation. On Oct. 20, 400 guests arrived on a dramatic scene at one of New York’s iconic institutions, The New York Public Library. After mingling with cocktails in […]

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Tiger to appear on ‘Charlie Rose’ and ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert’ to talk TWF’s 20th anniversary

In addition to celebrating 20 years of the Tiger Woods Foundation at The New York Public Library on Oct. 20, Tiger will be talking about his charity work with a few famous faces.

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What TWF’s 20th anniversary celebration means to me: Kathy’s journey

This summer marked my 12-year anniversary with the Tiger Woods Foundation, and as I reflect on how we’ve grown and where we’re going, I am not only flooded with so many good memories, but I’m brimming with excitement about our future. As I think about the impact of our 20-year history, I am drawn to […]

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What’s on the menu for our ‘Celebration of Unexpected Champions’

As 2016 draws to a close and TWF begins the next chapter of its journey, we are celebrating the accomplishments of the past and forging forward into new and enterprising territory. It takes a good party to tie this story together, and what better place to do it than The New York Public Library? Which […]

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What TWF’s 20th anniversary celebration means to me

I love big celebrations. No matter the reason, they are an opportunity to spend time with friends and family, reflecting on great things that have happened in our lives. And we have a special one coming up. On Oct. 20 at The New York Public Library, we will be celebrating the 20th anniversary of the […]

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The New York Public Library: A beacon of learning plays host to TWF’s 20-year celebration

Throughout its 100-year history, The New York Public Library (NYPL) has been a beacon of learning and education for all — a sentiment shared by the Tiger Woods Foundation. It’s fitting that this national historic landmark is home to our 20th anniversary event, “A Celebration of Unexpected Champions.” On Oct. 20, Tiger Woods, along with […]

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Nike co-founder Phil Knight joins anniversary celebration lineup

The Tiger Woods Foundation’s 20th anniversary party, “A Celebration of Unexpected Champions,” promises to be a night highlighting trailblazers and icons. To add to our growing list of luminaries, the Tiger Woods Foundation is pleased to announce that NIKE, Inc. co-founder and visionary Phil Knight will be a featured guest at the Oct. 20 celebration […]

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Meet the inspirational emcees of our 20th anniversary celebration

Glitz and glamour, red carpet illuminated by camera flashes, luminaries ascending the steps of an iconic institution. The Tiger Woods Foundation’s historic anniversary celebration promises to deliver all of these things, as one may expect given the magnitude of the milestone — 20 years — the influence of our founder and the splendor of New […]

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Charlie Rose to co-host TWF’s 20th anniversary celebration

The Tiger Woods Foundation is excited to announce that preeminent journalist and news anchor Charlie Rose will co-host the Tiger Woods Foundation’s 20th anniversary celebration at the iconic New York Public Library in New York City on Oct. 20, 2016. Rose will join host Tiger Woods on stage for a candid conversation about the past, […]

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Can’t join us in NYC on Oct. 20? You can still help us celebrate

On Oct. 20, 2016, the Tiger Woods Foundation will celebrate its 20th anniversary at the iconic New York Public Library in New York City. Hosted by Tiger Woods, this Celebration of Unexpected Champions promises to be an incredible red-carpet event filled with celebrities, athletes and luminaries. With sought-after tickets and limited seating, space is selling […]

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Just released: New video celebrating unexpected champions

What if we started saying YES instead of NO? At the Tiger Woods Foundation, we believe that every young person deserves the opportunity to become something more than we ever expected. Preview our newly released video, celebrating unexpected champions.

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Top 10 reasons our 20th anniversary party can’t be missed!

Tiger and his foundation will take New York City on Oct. 20, 2016. This monumental 20th anniversary event is sure to go down in history books. Here are the top 10 reasons why you won’t want to miss this celebration of unexpected champions!

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