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These Grants were made to assist organizations in operating throughout the country.
Dollar awards represent total monies committed by the USGA. Some awards take the form of
multi-year grants while others are challenge grants. The organizations listed as the grantees represent the legal
applicant of the grant, which is not always the same as the program name for which the grant was awarded.
Institute for International Sport
Kingston, R.I.
Awarded: $20,000
Purpose: This grant supports the 2006 World Scholar Athlete Games by providing scholarships for 20 kids from USGA-supported
programs to attend the Games. The event includes world-renowned speakers, leadership development seminars, and
golf instruction and competition with kids from over 100 countries. USGA funds will cover all registration and travel
costs for the scholarship recipients.
Contact: Daniel Barry, Vice President of Development
(800) 447-9889
LPGA Foundation
Daytona Beach, Fla.
Awarded: $175,000
Purpose: This grant supports the LPGA-USGA Girls Golf initiative, a joint partnership between the USGA and the LPGA
Foundation. In 2006, Girls Golf is projected to expand to over 190 sites and to reach 5,500 girls nationwide. This
grant will be allocated to local sites as matching grant awards to help cover costs associated with golf course and
driving range access, equipment, and professional instruction.
Contact: Betsy Clark, Education Director
(904) 274-6230
National Alliance for Youth Sports
West Palm Beach, Fla.
Awarded: $100,000
Purpose: This grant supports local matching grants for the Hook A Kid On Golf Tee Level clinics. The week-long clinics,
developed by the National Alliance for Youth Sports, provide beginner-level instruction and a free set of starter
clubs for participants. Up to 2,000 youths nationwide will receive free programming through this matching grant
program. USGA funds will be provided, up to $1,000 per clinic, to pay the $100 program fee for economically
disadvantaged youth.
Contact:
Andy Parker (561) 684-1141
National Golf Course Owners Association
Charleston, S.C.
Awarded: $200,000
Purpose: This grant supports the Kids On Course program which provides participants in USGA-supported programs the
opportunity to receive $1 green fees at select NGCOA member courses during off-peak hours. The program
currently involves 105 USGA-supported programs and more than 5,000 participants. In 2006, the program projects
to create an additional 60 matches of USGA-supported programs and NGCOA member courses. USGA funding will
specifically cover costs associated with promotional materials and a portion of the salary for the NGCOA Player
Development Coordinator.
Contact: Sarah Gurley, Player Development Coordinator
(843) 881-9956
Special Olympics International
Awarded: $25,000
Purpose: This grant supports the National Invitational Tournament which will be held at the first-ever Special Olympics
National Games in July of 2006. Approximately 200 golfers will take part in the event. USGA funds will be used for
all costs associated with running the week-long golf tournament.
Contact: Matthew Levy, Golf Manager
United States Blind Golf Association
Nashville, Tenn.
Awarded: $12,400
Purpose: This grant supports a national program that introduces blind and visually impaired individuals to the game of golf.
Clinics and ongoing programs will be held throughout the country. Approximately 300 individuals will take part. USGA
funds will be used for instruction, golf course access, and transportation.
Contact: Jim Baker, President
(850) 893-4511
United States Deaf Golf Association
Chesapeake Beach, Md.
Awarded: $25,000
Purpose: This grant supports the Physical Education Golf program, the Leadership Summit, and the U.S. Deaf Golf Camps. The
goal of all programs offered is to increase the number of golfers from the deaf community as players and teachers
of the game. USGA funds will support golf instruction, course and range access, and adaptive equipment.
Contact: Rob Strano, Executive Director
(443) 404-8811
American Society of Golf Course Architects
Brookfield, Wis.
Awarded: $15,000
Purpose: This request was to fund the printing costs for the American Society of Golf Course Architect's publication
entitled, " An Environmental Approach to Golf Course Development".
Contact: Chad Ritterbusch, Executive Secretary
(312) 372-7090
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