$19,006 raised by 33 donors
100% complete
$10,000 Goal
The greatest impact of this work is best seen through the stories of those who benefit from the game, such as US Army Veteran and PGA HOPE Ambassador, Jay Millar. “PGA HOPE Colorado does the heart and mind wonders as I found camaraderie that I hadn’t experienced amongst veterans. Being together while playing golf, at beautiful courses, with blue sky and fresh air is great for the soul. With golf as the centerpiece, what has impacted me the most was deepening relationships with veterans that span from the Vietnam era all the way to post-9/11. Being together, both on the course and off, has created connected and safe relationships that are truly life-changing. I’m eternally grateful to the Colorado PGA, Veterans Affairs, the Colorado PGA Professionals who give so much to those who served, and the veterans who support one another. PGA HOPE has changed my life for the better. We hope you will join us in changing more lives through the game we love,” said Jay.
"Golf saved my life. It took me from wanting to take all my trazodone and never waking up to finding meaning in the sport and something to live for." ~ Cory Myers, U.S. Military Veteran
"The PGA portion of FLAME was the most memorable experience I had during that week. I had never picked up a golf club before and never really thought it would be a sport I would enjoy since I am a woman of color and didn't grow up seeing much representation. I think being able to physically get out there and learn the basics of golf is what made it so great. I'd really like to thank you all for the experience!" ~ Ashanti Ellis -- FLAME 2016
To Positively Impact Lives In Our Community Through The Game of Golf
Since its inception in 1996, the PGA REACH Colorado Foundation has worked daily to support our over 900 Colorado PGA of America Golf Professionals to make a difference in our local communities through the lens of the game of golf. Programming tries to ensure that regardless of your age or background, cost will never inhibit one’s involvement and enjoyment of the game of golf. The mission of the PGA REACH Colorado Foundation is to positively impact the lives of youth, military, and diverse populations by enabling access to PGA of America Golf Professionals, the Colorado PGA Section, and the game of golf.
We accomplish this mission through programming across our three pillars of work:
Youth Development: We introduce kids to the sport early to provide opportunities that enhance education, health and wellness, and character building. PGA REACH Colorado Foundation youth programming ensures that cost doesn’t prohibit youth from entering the sport and will serve as a central role in the golf industry’s effort to introduce the sport to youth of all ages and backgrounds in a safe, fun environment.
Supporting our Military: We seek to improve the physical, mental, and social rehabilitation of our military heroes and their families through the sport of golf as they transition back into civilian life.
Inclusion: We work every day at the Colorado PGA to have our commitment to inclusion resonate throughout the organization, the activities, programs, and business we conduct. We strive to look through a lens of inclusion at all times. As PGA REACH Colorado Foundation serves its community and grows participation in golf, we help drive the awareness that golf is affordable, welcoming, and fun for all individuals regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, ability, background, or lifestyle.
At the heart of these three pillars are five guiding principles:
1. Golf is a game for all and should be seen that way.
2. Introduction to the game at a young age can improve and advance opportunities for youth.
3. Golf is an excellent rehabilitation tool for military veterans and active personnel.
4. Make golf inclusive of people from all cultural and ethnic backgrounds and for individuals with disabilities.
5. Golf promotes family values, health, wellness, and fitness and leads to productive citizenship.
Organization name
PGA REACH Colorado Foundation
other names
PGA REACH
1996
Tax id (EIN)
84-1354185
Category
Recreation & Sports
Organization Size
Medium Organization
Address
6630 Bear Dance Drive Suite 200Douglas County, CO, US