Mission of The PGA Foundation

Since 1916, The PGA of America has served the golfing public working with golf course owners and golf manufacturers through its efforts to promote the game and make it accessible to everyone, everywhere. These efforts are carried out by the more than 28,000 men and women PGA Professionals who make The PGA of America the world's largest working sports organization.

The PGA, in 1978, created a 501 (c)(3) public philanthropic foundation which later became known as The PGA Foundation.  In keeping with the mission of The PGA of America, the PGA Foundation is dedicated to providing resources, professional expertise and programs to make golf accessible to all segments of the population.

The PGA Foundation's priority is to grow the game of golf while using the game to enhance the quality of life for all people, especially for those who are under-served by the game.  Directly associated with golf programs are core values such as honesty, integrity, respect, self-assurance, courtesy, and perseverance. Regardless of gender, age, social and economic background, ability or disability, every golfer can experience these values through their involvement in the game.