Frequently Asked Questions About
USGA-LGA Partnership Program


May xx, 2009

What is the USGA/LGA Alliance Membership Program?

The USGA/LGA Alliance Membership Program is a one-year, strategic partnership that will automatically enroll all 2009 first-time and renewing Louisiana Golf Association Members in the USGA/LGA Alliance Membership program at no additional cost beyond their regular LGA annual fee.

What do I need to do to participate in the USGA/LGA Alliance Membership program?

To ensure that you receive your Alliance benefits, you must provide a valid e-mail address when renewing your 2009 LGA Membership.

What benefits do I receive as a USGA/LGA Alliance Member?

In addition to your LGA benefits, you will receive the monthly USGA/LGA Insider e-newsletter, special USGA Member discounts and offers and the opportunity to volunteer at USGA championships.

What happens if I am already a USGA Member?

If you are currently an Individual, Dual or Junior Member of the USGA, your USGA Membership will be extended one year from your current USGA expiration date at no extra cost in the July timeframe.

What happens if I have an upper level USGA Membership?

LGA Members who are also USGA Members at the Champion, Eagle, Medal, Honor or Patron level will not have their USGA Membership extended and will not participate in the Alliance program. These Members will continue to receive their USGA upper level benefits in the Fall. To view a complete list of USGA Membership levels and benefits, visit https://members.usga.org/ .

I just received a notice from the USGA to renew my USGA Membership. What should I do?

If you would like to continue to receive the associated USGA Member benefits (e.g. U.S. Open hat) at the basic and dual Member level then please renew your USGA Membership. LGA Members who are active USGA Members at the basic level will have their USGA Membership extended for a period of one-year and will be automatically enrolled in the USGA/LGA Alliance Membership program.

I just received a notice from the USGA to renew my upper-level USGA Membership. What should I do?

If you would like to continue to receive the USGA upper-level membership benefits (e.g. USGA Championship calendar, U.S. Open hat, etc.) then please renew your USGA Membership. LGA Members who are also active USGA Members at the Champion, Eagle, Medal, Honor and Patron Level will not have their USGA Membership extended (as provided to the basic and dual members) and these Members will continue to receive their USGA upper level benefits in the Fall.

What is the United States Golf Association (USGA)?

The USGA is a non-profit organization that has served as the national governing body of golf for the U.S., its territories and Mexico since its formation in 1894. The Association sponsors a variety of programs that benefit everyone who plays the game including: conducting national championships each year, writing and interpreting The Rules of Golf, regulating equipment standards, celebrating the history of the game, funding turf grass research, promoting better course maintenance practices and supporting grassroots programs through its For the Good of the Game ® initiative.

I have a question on my USGA Membership, who can I contact?

If you have additional questions, simply contact the USGA Members Program Customer Service, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EDT at 1-800-223-0041.

What if I want to receive additional USGA Membership benefits?

If you would like to upgrade your USGA Membership to obtain additional benefits (e.g. U.S. Open Golf hat, The Rules of Golf) please contact the USGA Members Program Customer Service Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EDT at 1-800-223-0041.

What if I don't want this Alliance Membership?

You have the option to decline the Alliance Membership offer by contacting the LGA Membership Department at 1-337-265-3938. However, we hope you reconsider your support of the USGA and try the Membership.

Is my privacy protected?

The USGA will not make the personal information of Alliance Members available to third parties (except as may be necessary to fulfill such Alliance Membership) unless such Alliance Member is already or becomes a USGA Member in the future. E-mail addresses will be used solely for the purpose of sending monthly USGA/LGA Alliance E-Newsletters and other Alliance communications. LGA Members lists are subject to the LGA privacy policy.

What if I don't want to receive the Alliance E-Newsletters?

USGA/LGA Alliance Members can opt-out of these communications at any time by clicking on the "unsubscribe" button located at the bottom of every e-newsletter. You will be unsubscribed from the USGA/LGA Alliance program e-communications within 10 business days.

What will happen to my USGA/LGA Alliance Membership after one year?

The USGA/LGA Alliance Membership pilot program will be evaluated in the fall of 2009. We will send an e-mail announcement on the future of the program in Dec. 2009.

Why am I still receiving solicitations from the USGA to join the Members Program?

In an effort to attract new supporters, the USGA solicits prospective Members through the mail.

The USGA obtains names from a variety of golf-related mailing lists. The names on the list are checked against the USGA current membership records to avoid sending out invitations to USGA Members. If the name and address on the list is slightly different from the name or address on the USGA Membership file a solicitation may be sent out. Please contact the Members Program Customer Service Staff and the USGA will eliminate the second address in the future.

What happens to my USGA/LGA Alliance Membership if I move out of state during the year?

Unless you request otherwise, you will continue as a USGA/LGA Alliance Member until your USGA/LGA Membership expires.

My contact information recently changed, how can I update this information?

Please contact the USGA Members Program by phone at 1-800-223-0041 or via e-mail at membership@usga.org .

I have a question on my LGA Membership, who can I contact?      

If you have questions about the benefits and services of your LGA membership, please contact the LGA offices at (337) 265.3938, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CDT.