I'm Steve Pope, a proud Firefighter with the Kansas City, Kansas Fire Department, where I’ve served for the past 28 years. I’m also an avid golfer with a passion for using the game as a tool for mental health and healing.

Through my journey, I've discovered how golf helps me decompress, recalibrate, and manage the unique stresses that come with being a first responder. What started as a personal outlet has grown into something bigger — Firefighter Golf, and now, the First Responder Golf Foundation, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Our Mission
To bring awareness to mental health challenges faced by firefighters and all first responders — and to show how golf can be a powerful tool for wellness, connection, and recovery.

Connect with us, share your story, or just come out and play a round. You’re not alone — and you're always welcome here.

kckfire8@gmail.com

frgfoundation@gmail.com

First Responder Golf Foundation Website:
www.firstrespondergolf.org