Where are they now? Alma Gutierrez, educator
As a member of the Western High School Women’s Golf Team, Alma Gutierrez discovered the TGR Learning Lab Anaheim with the rest of her team as they took advantage of access to free equipment, clinics and a short course for practice. What she didn’t expect was to discover a world of opportunities beyond the sport. After golf requirements as a student athlete were […]
Where are they now? Daniel Biviano Rayo, Educator
A robotics class at the TGR Learning Lab Anaheim was the start of Daniel Biviano Rayo’s journey to a career in education. His experiences expanded his love for learning and developed his desire to pay it forward. From early elementary to post-secondary education, Rayo has continued to pursue opportunities to empower students as an educator […]
Los Angeles Chargers Impact Fund Invests in Future of L.A. Youth with $2.5 Million Gift to Lulu’s Place
Chargers’ transformative gift supports construction of Alex & Faye Spanos Legacy Field at Lulu’s Place as well as development of career readiness programming in partnership with TGR Foundation Today at The Genesis Invitational at The Riviera Country Club, Lulu’s Place, TGR Foundation, and the Los Angeles Chargers announced a $2.5 million leadership gift from the […]
TGR Foundation Celebrates 20 Years of Impact Through Education at TGR Learning Lab in AnaheimÂ
Tiger Woods opened the first TGR Learning Lab on this date in Anaheim, California in 2006 Today marks the 20th anniversary of TGR Foundation’s opening of its flagship TGR Learning Lab located in Anaheim, California. Born from the vision of Tiger Woods, founder of TGR Foundation, to create a safe space for students to learn, grow […]
TGR Learning Lab Anaheim launches student-led podcast, The Lab Report
The TGR Learning Lab Anaheim launched its first podcast, The Lab Report, on Thursday, June 12. Produced by student members in the Find Your Grind multimedia studio on site, the podcast was created to spark curiosity, build confidence and bridge the gap between student potential and real-world opportunity. The first episode introduces one of the […]
AI Externship pilot equips educators with tools, resources to empower students
TGR Foundation’s inaugural AI [Artificial Intelligence] Externship gathered a cohort of 25 Orange County, CA educators, over the course of three consecutive Fridays from February 28 to March 14, to collaborate with their peers, learn from professionals and engage in discussions to empower students for the future workforce. The sessions were hosted at the flagship […]
TGR Learning Lab Anaheim hosts hundreds for youth STEAM Carnival, career panel
On Saturday, March 8, the TGR Learning Lab Anaheim was filled with students and families participating in engaging science, technology, engineering, arts and math experiences. The STEAM Day began with a gaming and esports panel for high school students followed by its inaugural STEAM Carnival for all ages. Aimed at spreading awareness of the programs […]
2nd annual student showcase uncovers health care solutions in partnership with Providence Â
The TGR Learning Lab Anaheim welcomed students from four local high schools on Feb. 28, 2025, to compete in a Student Showcase, culminating a healthcare career explorer program held throughout the school year.   A panel of Providence professionals representing diverse healthcare careers joined students from Kennedy, Magnolia, Savanna and Western High School as they presented […]
Building Career-Connected Learning Through Studios: A New Model for Real-World Student Engagement
At TGR Learning Labs, we believe in more than just teaching students about careers—we want to give them the chance to experience them firsthand. That’s why we’re pioneering new Career-Connected Learning (CCL) models, bridging classroom learning with real-world applications. One of our most exciting innovations is our Studio Model, where students transition from learning foundational […]
Local partners enhance career-connected learning experiences among under-resourced youth Â
When you think of The Genesis Invitational, hosted by Tiger Woods, you might picture the world’s best golfers, but for thousands of students in Orange County, the true impact of his legacy is opportunities provided through his education nonprofit, TGR Foundation. Through partners like Genesis, the Foundation is bridging critical education and workforce readiness gaps […]
