2026 marks a powerful milestone for TGR Foundation: 30 years of driving dreams and transforming lives through education. Founded in 1996 by Tiger Woods and his parents, Earl and Tida Woods, TGR Foundation was built on a simple yet bold belief—that education has the power to unlock the unlimited potential in the lives of youth.
A Vision Rooted in Purpose
Built from the Woods family legacy of sharing and caring and the belief in the power of education, Tiger envisioned creating safe, inspiring spaces there young people could explore their passions, develop essential skills and pursue their dreams through education. That vision came to life in 2006 with the opening of TGR Learning Lab Anaheim, where Tiger addressed students and community members with words that still define the Foundation’s work today:
“This is your Learning Lab, a safe place where you have the opportunity to learn, grow and chase after your dreams.”
Nearly two decades later, that promise continues to resonate across classrooms and communities nationwide.
Transforming Lives Through Education
Through its nationwide network of TGR Learning Labs and educational programs, TGR Foundation provides students with meaningful opportunities, real-world experiences and long-term guidance that help them discover their passions and prepare for their futures.
Programs focus on three critical areas:
* STEAM educational enrichment
* Career and college readiness
* Health and well-being
Since 1996, TGR Foundation has touched the lives of more than 3 million young people, including over 217,000 students served directly through its Learning Labs and the Earl Woods Scholar Program. These programs are designed not just to support academic success, but to help students build confidence, resilience, and a sense of possibility.
“When we opened the TGR Learning Lab Anaheim 20 years ago, it represented more than just a building—it was a promise,” said Woods. “The idea was to create a place where every young person could discover their potential, dream bigger, and see what’s possible through education.”
Honoring the Past, Building the Future
While 2026 is a time to celebrate how far TGR Foundation has come, it also marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter.
TGR Foundation is committed to expanding access to its immersive learning experiences by bringing TGR Learning Labs to new communities in need. These expansions will allow thousands more students each year to engage in hands-on education that sparks curiosity, builds essential skills and opens doors to future opportunities.
In addition to the flagship TGR Learning Lab Anaheim and the Smilow Woodland TGR Learning Lab which opened in 2025 at the Cobbs Creek Golf & Educational Campus in Philadelphia, planned locations include Atlanta, Augusta and Los Angeles at Lulu’s Place. Each new Learning Lab represents a deeper commitment to meeting students where they are—and helping them envision what’s possible.
A Call to Drive Dreams Together
Presented by EY, Driving Dreams Together is more than a 30th anniversary celebration. It’s a call to action. As TGR Foundation looks ahead, it invites partners, supporters and communities to join Tiger in creating more equitable access to education and opportunity. By working together, more young people will have the opportunity to pursue their passions, shape their futures and achieve their dreams.
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