Curtis Burkhead, PGA, serves as the Director of Golf at Pro Kids, First Tee - San Diego, one of the most impactful youth golf organizations in Southern California. Located at Colina Park in San Diego, Pro Kids was founded in 1994 by former AFL/NFL player Ernest H. Wright, Sr. and a group of community leaders with a mission to challenge underserved youth to excel in life through character development, life skills, and the game of golf. Curtis brings a deeply personal connection to the organization, having been a Pro Kids scholar himself whose education was supported by the program's scholarship fund, which has awarded over $3 million since 1999. His journey from scholarship recipient to Director of Golf embodies the transformative power of the organization's mission. As a PGA Professional, Curtis oversees all golf programming and instruction at the academy, working with junior golfers and community members to develop their skills and love for the game. His club affiliations include Pro Kids - The First Tee, Country Club of Rancho Bernardo, and Pro Kids Golf Academy. Curtis is dedicated to growing the game of golf and making it accessible to young people from all backgrounds in the San Diego community.