Tim, a dedicated teen participant of First Tee – Greater San Antonio and the First Tee National Innovators Forum, is turning inspiration into action with a life-changing project. He is hosting a blood drive at the First Tee – Greater San Antonio in partnership with the South Texas Blood & Tissue Center.
The First Tee Innovators Forum equips teens to create meaningful service projects in areas such as education, health, human rights, and environmental sustainability. Selected participants, like Tim, gain access to interactive workshops, small group breakout sessions, and mentorship from industry leaders. Through this program, participants are empowered to develop projects that generate real change in their communities.
Tim’s journey to this blood drive began with a simple idea. He was originally planning a free little library for his community but was inspired by a former Innovators Forum participant who successfully organized a blood drive. Seeing the profound impact of saving lives motivated Tim to pursue the same path. Tim shared, “Knowing my efforts in putting this blood drive together can help save lives really helped inspire me in my choice of my project.”
The South Texas Blood & Tissue Center, a nonprofit organization with more than 45 years of experience, plays a critical role in ensuring the region has a safe and adequate blood supply. Their work supports hospitals and front-line healthcare workers by helping save lives through blood, marrow, stem cell, cord blood, and tissue donations. By partnering with the South Texas Blood & Tissue Center, Tim’s blood drive will directly contribute to this lifesaving mission.
Tim credits First Tee – Greater San Antonio for the guidance and support that made this project possible. He said, “I wouldn’t have a location if Ms. Carrie Kimbell hadn’t graciously let me host it at the First Tee. Coach Steve Lennon has been an amazing encourager, helping me with both minor and major details of the blood drive. The First Tee has helped me be more confident in myself and my skills. I wouldn’t be able to tackle this project without their support.”
The impact of this blood drive extends far beyond the event itself. By giving back to his community, Tim is helping save lives and demonstrating the power of leadership, empathy, and service, which are at the heart of the First Tee mission.
Reflecting on his experience with the Innovators Forum, Tim shared, “Meeting people from across the country from different First Tees was so fun. The Innovators Forum was my highlight of 2025, and I cannot wait to represent the First Tee of Greater San Antonio again.”
Community Invitation
The blood drive is open to everyone in the San Antonio community. Your donation can save lives and make a real difference. Join Tim at First Tee – Greater San Antonio:
- Date: Friday, April 17th
- Time: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Location: First Tee Learning Center, 915 E Mulberry Ave, San Antonio, TX 78212
Sign up here: https://donor.southtexasblood.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/154158
Tim hopes to see 30 donors sign up, and your participation will help him reach this goal. Every donation counts and helps save lives in the San Antonio community. Come be part of this lifesaving effort and support Tim’s project.
This blood drive is not just an event. It is a chance for the San Antonio community to come together, make a difference, and help save lives. Tim’s project is a shining example of how one motivated teen, supported by a strong community and powerful mentorship, can create meaningful change.
