TGR Foundation celebrates opening of second TGR Learning Lab in Philadelphia at Cobbs Creek
Philadelphia, PA. April 1, 2025. Tiger Woods and his nonprofit TGR Foundation today announced the official opening of the TGR Learning Lab Philadelphia.
In partnership with Cobbs Creek Foundation and many generous supporters, including capital campaign lead donors, the Smilow Foundation and the Woodland family, the Smilow Woodland TGR Learning Lab is the first completed project of the ongoing Cobbs Creek Golf & Education Campus development. Located in West Philadelphia, the Learning Lab will serve local students from 1st through 12th grades, providing access to science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) educational enrichment, career and college readiness and health and well-being programs.
“I’m excited to open the doors to our second TGR Learning Lab in Philadelphia as it combines my passion for supporting youth through education and golf,” said TGR Foundation founder Tiger Woods. “At the Learning Lab, we will provide opportunities for thousands of kids to learn, grow and chase after their dreams for many years to come. Having it located at Cobbs Creek, with its ties to Charlie Sifford, makes it truly special.”
The 30,000 square-foot facility holds nine classrooms in addition to a multi-purpose room, music recording room, podcast studio, makerspace, a Full Swing golf simulator and more.
Upon opening, the TGR Learning Lab welcomed students from local schools to experience dynamic STEAM based field trips in a safe and inspiring environment. Beginning April 7, the Learning Lab will begin a soft-launch of its expanded learning programming, serving middle and high school students after-school and on select evenings and weekends. The programs offered range from multi-week STEAM based courses, tutoring, college preparatory workshops and career connected learning experiences all available for free to local youth.
“We’re excited to be open to serve our community and grateful for our partnership with Cobbs Creek Foundation for the transformative impact we will have on local youth through our programs.” Meredith Foote, executive director, TGR Learning Lab Philadelphia said. “Nothing like this exists in this part of the city, and we’re thrilled to build on TGR Foundation’s legacy of empowering youth through education.”
As a career educator with a commitment to serving youth, Foote leads a
team with years of experience in serving youth in West Philadelphia and beyond. Addressing the needs of the community, they will provide a wide range of educational programming including tutoring, school day field trips, after-school classes, academic support, college and career readiness workshops and resources and more.
The TGR Learning Lab at Cobbs Creek is the second location to be opened by Woods’ nonprofit, TGR Foundation, expanding his vision of creating safe spaces for kids to “learn, grow and chase after their dreams.” The flagship location in Anaheim, CA opened in 2006 and has served more than 200,000 students. The TGR Learning Lab Philadelphia is projected to serve over 4,500 students annually through its programming.
The Cobbs Creek Golf and Education Campus is being developed to provide meaningful opportunities for the local community through education and golf. The campus will open in phases over the next two years, with the TGR Design short course scheduled to open this summer. A state-of-the-art-indoor/outdoor golf practice facility, entertainment venue, restaurant, pro shop and Heritage Center sponsored by Lincoln Financial will follow. The Heritage Center will celebrate the life and legacy of the late Charlie Sifford with historical information, artifacts and more.
Cobbs Creek Foundation President Jeff Shanahan said, “Cobbs Creek has always been more than just a golf course—it’s a place where history, community, and opportunity intersect. As we move toward opening day, we’re excited to welcome golfers and neighbors alike to experience all that the Cobbs Creek Golf and Education Campus has to offer.”
For more information on the TGR Learning Lab Philadelphia, visit its newly launched website Philadelphia.TGRLearningLab.org and follow its Instagram channel. Updates on Cobbs Creek Education and Golf Campus and be found at www.cobbscreek.org.
About TGR Foundation
For more than 25 years, TGR Foundation has worked to create a world where opportunity is universal and potential is limitless. With an unwavering commitment to impact youth from under-resourced communities, its mission is to empower students to pursue their passions through education. TGR Foundation helps students connect passion with purpose through signature programs focused on in-person project-based learning, skills development, college access, career preparation and educator professional development. For more information visit TGRFoundation.org or connect on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
About Cobbs Creek Foundation
The Cobbs Creek Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization established in 2018 restore the Cobbs Creek Golf Course and to return the site to its status as one of Philadelphia’s historical landmarks. In partnership with local schools and community members, the Foundation’s mission is to create a state-of-the-art, economically sustainable golf and educational campus that provides opportunity for the youth of Philadelphia by serving their academic, athletic, and social-emotional needs. To learn more about the Cobbs Creek Foundation, visit www.cobbscreek.org.
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